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Queensland Science making a difference
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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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Queensland science in the news
News from Queensland universities and research organisations.
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Life–saving guide to cardiac devices developed by UQ design undergraduates
Design students at The University of Queensland have helped develop a world–first guide to help doctors and nurses in emergency departments better understand mechanical heart devices.
11 Apr 2025
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Building soil carbon with beneficial microbes
Field trials conducted at UQ show microbial biotechnology could be a game–changer for farming with simultaneous benefits for soil regeneration, crop yield and carbon sequestration.
9 Apr 2025
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Daintree Rainforest, Panoramic Photopoint Image Collection These images are used where possible for analysis that produces 3D reconstructions to monitor change over time & provide an estimate of basal area & biomass. 📊: portal.tern.org.au/metad
These images are used where possible for analysis that produces 3D reconstructions to monitor change over time & provide an estimate of basal area & biomass. portal.tern.org.au/metadata/TERN/…
4 Apr 2025
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Exciting news... We're leading an out-of-this-world project to test machine vision technology for plant monitoring in space. Fun fact: It could provide vital clues to address food security challenges on Earth! @caeusq 🌱
Leading an out-of-this-world project to test machine vision technology for plant monitoring in space. Fun fact: It could provide vital clues to address food security challenges on Earth!
2 Apr 2025
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Stonefish toxin tested against parasitic worms
James Cook University scientists have found stonefish toxins could be used to fight parasitic worm infections suffered by nearly a quarter of the world’s population.
2 Apr 2025
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UniSC in global collaboration to find world-first solutions for disease and health disorders
The University of the Sunshine Coast has formalised a global clinical trials collaboration to lead potential world-first trials and contribute to breakthrough medical treatments and therapies.
1 Apr 2025
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Next-gen innovation to 'take flight' with new high-tech labs
Five new specialist labs – including a final assembly hub for electric vertical take-off and landing vehicles – will anchor a flagship Innovation Precinct at the University of the Sunshine Coast.
1 Apr 2025
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A recent study on cell-cultivated fish has produced promising results that could put seafood back on the menu.
A recent study on cell-cultivated fish has produced promising results that could put seafood back on the menu for the three to five percent of the global population with severe food allergies. https://t.co/ue3RlbZENH pic.twitter.com/5UyZWM5l70
28 Mar 2025
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🔍 #DataDiscovery | Digital Hemispherical Photography (DHP)
TERN Robson Creek Rainforest SuperSite DHP images are collected twice a year to capture vegetation & crown cover at Robson Creek to estimate the max & min Leaf Area Index for the biome. portal.tern.org.au/metadata/TERN/…
28 Mar 2025
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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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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.