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Changes needed to keep First Nations children out of incarceration
More culturally responsive diversion programs are needed to prevent the incarceration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, according to University of Queensland research.
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Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games: UQ experts
UQ has a range of experts available to comment on the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games – from sports coaching and sports psychology to tourism and marketing.
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QUT awarded US$4M to lift food security in Africa and India
QUT has been awarded a US$3,979,498 grant to develop technology that converts crop residues into higher quality livestock feed from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Project is to produce higher quality livestock feed from crop residues to lift productivity and income of small-scale farmers in Africa and India and…
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Dr Daniel Blackmore is fascinated by the world of neurogenesis and how exercise might help combat cognitive decline.
Dr Daniel Blackmore is fascinated by the world of neurogenesis and how exercise might help combat cognitive decline. In this podcast, we discuss his recent study which found HIIT can boost brain function in older adults for up to 5 years.
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A #UQ-led project, funded by the Queensland Government’s, will develop the world’s first test kit to measure stress levels of koalas
A #UQ-led project, funded by the Queensland Government’s Community Sustainability Actions Grant program, will develop the world’s first test kit to measure stress levels of koalas via their droppings.
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Crypto scams claim victims across the socioeconomic spectrum
A UQ–led study has found consumer vulnerability to cryptocurrency investment scams has little to do with socioeconomic status. Associate Professor Levon Blue in UQ’s Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Indigenous Engagement and affiliated with the School of Education said the biggest vulnerabilities for consumers were concerns over security, unsolicited advice…
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Water security research to assist coastal communities to relocate in the Pacific
Securing the future of sustainable water supply of Pacific coastal communities relocating due to rising sea levels is the focus of new ACIAR-funded research. Led by the University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC), the A$2.25 million three-year project will work with communities, local and state governments in Fiji and Vanuatu to help…
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‘A catalyst for revolution’: Launch of Thrive looks to safeguard public health
Brisbane is positioned to become the global hub for healthy buildings with today’s launch of the ARC Training Centre for Advanced Building Systems against Airborne Infection Transmission (Thrive). Officially hosted by QUT, the $5 million training centre is working to design and develop a building system that reduces indoor airborne…
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Using a new laser technique, we've dated figurative rock art painted 51,200 years ago.
RT by @Griffith_Uni: Figurative art presents lifelike representations of subjects. Using a new laser technique, we've dated figurative rock art painted 51,200 years ago. @Griffith_Uni @scuniversity.
Future Queensland Science Strategy launched Featured
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.
Quantum and Advanced Technologies Programs now open Featured
Queensland is supporting new and innovative technologies, infrastructure, nd talent to strengthen its quantum and advanced technologies ecosystem. Explore the variety of new programs now on offer!
Queensland Decarbonisation Hub launched Featured
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.
Queensland – Bavaria Collaborative Research Program - Applications open Featured
The new Queensland-Bavaria Collaborative Research Program has opened for applications with two categories: Seed Grants and Development Grants.
Queensland quantum and advanced technologies Featured
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.
Queensland excels in infectious disease research Featured
The Queensland Infectious Disease Research Capabilities statement presents comprehensive information on how Queensland’s research community excel in infectious disease research.
New Queensland Cancer Centre to be built Featured
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…
$80m vaccine manufacturing facility to be built in Brisbane Featured
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…
Strategic Visualisation Tool Featured
Explore our strategic visualisation tool to understand Queensland’s research strengths and capabilities in seven emerging industries…
Traditional knowledge and biodiscovery resources Featured
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.