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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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News from Queensland universities and research organisations.
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Project seeks genetic markers of heart disease in Indigenous Australians: Heart Foundation grant
Associate Professor Shivashankar Nagaraj from QUT’s School of Biomedical Sciences will lead the project, “Uncovering the genetic basis of cardiovascular disease in Indigenous Australians” funded by a $301,000 Heart Foundation First Nations CVD Grant. The project would define the genetic basis of CVD in remote Indigenous Australian populations using whole…
29 Oct 2024
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Using weather radar to track Australia's migrating birds
For the first time, scientists have used data from weather radar not to track storms, but to count birds as they travel across Australian skies. The study, led by University of Queensland PhD candidate Xu Shi, used 16 years of radar weather data from the Bureau of Meteorology to monitor…
28 Oct 2024
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Researchers target sorghum breeding to boost grain crops
A research team led by UQ is on track to solve a major problem for Australian farmers using targeted breeding to improve yields for sorghum crops. The work is part of a five-year $12 million research investment collaboration with industry and government to reduce sorghum lodging.
28 Oct 2024
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Two UQ researchers honoured as AAHMS Fellows for 2024
An Aboriginal epidemiologist and a leading gynaecologic oncologist have been elected as Fellows of the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences. Professor James Ward, Director of The University of Queensland’s Poche Centre for Indigenous Health and Professor Andreas Obermair from UQ’s Centre for Clinical Research (UQCCR) are recognised for…
25 Oct 2024
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QIMR Berghofer geneticist elected a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences QIMR Berghofer geneticist elected a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences
QIMR Berghofer researcher Professor Stuart MacGregor has been elected a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences in honour of his outstanding contribution to science, including his work mapping hundreds of genes for diseases ranging from skin cancer to eye disease. His recent work has led to…
24 Oct 2024
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Statistician awarded for developing new algorithms used across the world
Dr Leah South from the QUT School of Mathematical Sciences has received the Paul Bourke Award for Early Career Research from the Academy of Social Sciences in Australia for her leading contribution to computational statistics research. Her more than 15 publications, many published in some of the most prestigious journals, have focused on…
24 Oct 2024
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Selenium, a mineral found in foods like grains, meat, and nuts (especially Brazil nuts), can boost learning and memory in ageing brains! 🧠✨
Selenium – a mineral found in many foods like grains, meat, and nuts (especially Brazil nuts) – could reverse the cognitive impact of stroke and boost learning and memory in ageing brains, according to Queensland Brain Institute (QBI) researchers. 🧠✨ Research shows that selenium improves neuron generation and cognition in…
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World’s largest study of brain volume reveals genetic links to ADHD, Parkinson’s Disease World’s largest study of brain volume reveals genetic links to ADHD, Parkinson’s Disease
Ground-breaking research led by QIMR Berghofer scientists has discovered hundreds of genetic variants involved in brain size which are also found in people with brain conditions including Parkinson’s disease and ADHD. A/Prof Miguel Rentería says “There is strong evidence that ADHD and Parkinson’s has a biological basis, and this research…
21 Oct 2024
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World-first clinical trial for treating spinal cord injury
A Phase I human clinical trial is set to commence to test the efficacy and safety of the transplantation of olfactory cell nerve bridges to treat chronic spinal cord injury. Professor James St John, said olfactory ensheathing cells are the specialised cells within the olfactory (sense of smell) nerve within…
21 Oct 2024
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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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Threatened Species recovery
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Find out more about the actions we’re taking to protect and recover threatened species and their habitats.
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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.