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Queensland Science is addressing some of the biggest challenges the world faces—the health of our communities, and environments; the quality and quantity of food available; abundant clean energy; and sustainable economies.
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#QBI attracts some of the best and the brightest researchers from all around the world! 💜 🌎
#QBI attracts some of the best and the brightest researchers from all around the world! 💜 🌎 The institute is home to more than 250 research staff and 30 faculty from over 40 different countries.
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Long–acting contraceptives seem to be as safe as the pill when it comes to cancer risk: new study
Many women worry hormonal contraceptives have dangerous side–effects including increased cancer risk. But this perception is often out of proportion with the actual risks. Our new study, conducted by the University of Queensland and QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute and published by the Journal of the National Cancer Institute, looked…
15 Jan 2025
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Tobacco marketing bans take the puff out of smoking
Tobacco advertising, promotion and sponsorship (TAPS) bans are effective in reducing smoking prevalence which has seen a drop of 20 per cent, according to new research out today. The purpose of the Griffith University study, published today in Tobacco Control, was to discover if TAPS bans influenced smoking rates and…
14 Jan 2025
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Hundreds of new genes linked to depression in unprecedented global study
Australian researchers involved in the world’s largest and most diverse genetic study into depression have revealed nearly 300 previously unknown genetic links to the condition, which will allow scientists to predict depression risk. The discoveries could also pave the way for new, more effective drug treatments, including repurposing existing medications.
14 Jan 2025
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UQ and Vaxxas win prize to advance patch–based mRNA COVID–19 vaccine
The University of Queensland’s BASE facility – within the Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN) – and Brisbane-based biotechnology company Vaxxas have been announced as stage winners of a prestigious global prize to accelerate a patch-based mRNA vaccine for COVID-19.
14 Jan 2025
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Odds on for a shift in the gender appeal of sports betting
Sports betting has historically been considered an overwhelmingly male pursuit – but those odds could be about to change, a UQ study has found. PhD candidate Rohann Irving from UQ’s School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences analysed the history behind why nearly 9 out of 10 regular sports bettors…
14 Jan 2025
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Much of Australia enjoys the same Mediterranean climate as LA. When it comes to bushfires, that doesn’t bode well
The world has watched in horror as fires continue to raze parts of Los Angeles, California. For those of us living in Australia, one of the world’s most fire-prone continents, the LA experience feels all too familiar. A “perfect storm” of several factors resulted in the catastrophic fires now burning…
13 Jan 2025
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Cost of falls in aged care uncovered
Fall-related injuries in Australia’s residential aged care could be costing the health system $325 million annually, a University of Queensland study has revealed. Dr Charles Okafor from UQ’s Centre for Health Services Research said the study found fall injuries accounted for 20 per cent of annual expenditure on an aged…
13 Jan 2025
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Have you heard about the Australian Reference Genome Atlas?
Have you heard about the Australian Reference Genome Atlas? It's a digital atlas researchers can use to easily discover and work with genomic data. 🌱🐨🧬 Researchers can use this resource to better-understand the environment 🌳
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Quantum and Advanced Technologies Strategy grant recipients
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$53 million in grants for innovative projects and scholarships are awarded under the Quantum and Advanced Technology Strategy.
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2024 National Science Week
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It's nearly time! Join in the science events as part of National Science Week this year.
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Future Queensland Science Strategy launched
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The Future Queensland Science Strategy 2024–2029 outlines Queensland’s vision to be world leading in translating science for economic impact and social and environmental outcomes.
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Queensland Decarbonisation Hub launched
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The Queensland Decarbonisation Hub is a network of industrial, research and policy experts focused on the social, economic and environmental dimensions of decarbonising the state.
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Queensland–Bavaria Collaborative Research Program applications open
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The new Queensland-Bavaria Collaborative Research Program has opened for applications with two categories: Seed Grants and Development Grants.
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Queensland quantum and advanced technologies
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Queensland is at the forefront of quantum and advanced technology research in Australia. The Queensland Quantum and Advanced Technologies Strategy harnesses Queensland’s expertise in quantum technologies.
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Queensland excels in infectious disease research
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The Queensland Infectious Disease Research Capabilities statement presents comprehensive information on how Queensland’s research community excel in infectious disease research.
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New Queensland Cancer Centre to be built
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A new world class stand-alone Queensland Cancer Centre is to be built within the Herston Health Precinct. It will be the only cancer care service in Australia offering the full spectrum of cancer services in…
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$80m vaccine manufacturing facility to be built in Brisbane
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The Translational Manufacturing@TRI facility equipped to scale up to full production to support late-stage clinical trials of promising drugs and vaccines is to be built next to the Translational Research Institute with $60m funding from…
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Strategic Visualisation Tool
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Explore our strategic visualisation tool to understand Queensland’s research strengths and capabilities in seven emerging industries…
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Traditional knowledge and biodiscovery resources
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Resources have been created to support biodiscovery entities and First Nations peoples understand and comply with the traditional knowledge obligation under the Biodiscovery Act 2004.