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Why medium-sized animals are better built for speed

Researchers have taken a giant step towards solving the mystery of why intermediately sized animals are the fastest.

19 December 2024
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Study finds fluoride in water does not affect brain development

A University of Queensland study has found no link between exposure to water fluoridation as a young child and negative cognitive development.

19 December 2024
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MRFF backs Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ epilepsy research

MRFF backs Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ epilepsy research

Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ researchers have received $4.1 million from the Medical Research Future Fund to advance their research into epilepsy treatments made from spider venom proteins.

17 September 2024

New screening tool to help stroke survivors

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New screening tool to help stroke survivors

Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ researchers have developed a fast cognitive screening tool that can detect often-missed rehabilitation needs for people who have experienced a stroke.

17 September 2024

Book reveals secrets of ‘fascinating’ termites

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Book reveals secrets of ‘fascinating’ termites

A children’s book which takes readers inside the life of termites, published with the help of a Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ linguist, has received a top literary award.

13 September 2024

Prescription changes lead to drop in oxycodone use

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Prescription changes lead to drop in oxycodone use

Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ research has found use of the opioid oxycodone in Australia almost halved after changes to packaging and prescribing practices in 2019.

12 September 2024

Suicide rate higher for people with autism

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Suicide rate higher for people with autism

Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­-led research has found people on the autism spectrum are almost 3 times more likely to die by suicide compared to non-autistic people.

11 September 2024

Researchers drill down on mine waste monitoring using drones and sensors

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Researchers drill down on mine waste monitoring using drones and sensors

University of Queensland researchers are developing new ways to monitor mine waste using drones and ground sensors to improve safety and land rehabilitation across mine sites.

11 September 2024

Grim statistics on koala survival odds

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Grim statistics on koala survival odds

Records of koala admissions to veterinary hospitals in South East Queensland show euthanasia was the most common outcome, according to University of Queensland research.

10 September 2024

If we truly want our Paralympic athletes to shine, their coaches need more support

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If we truly want our Paralympic athletes to shine, their coaches need more support

Research has highlighted the need for visible and accessible pathways for people with disabilities to transition into coaching.

9 September 2024

Influencers sway smoking and vaping attitudes in young people

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Influencers sway smoking and vaping attitudes in young people

Young people exposed to social media posts by celebrities and influencers who endorse nicotine products are more susceptible to smoking or vaping, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ research has found.

9 September 2024

Immune cell ‘atlas’ will help kids fight life-threatening diseases

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Immune cell ‘atlas’ will help kids fight life-threatening diseases

Researchers at Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ are developing a comprehensive paediatric immune cell ‘atlas’ to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of children with life-threatening diseases such as cancer, diabetes and lupus.

6 September 2024

Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ research recognised in world rankings

Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ research recognised in world rankings

Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ of Queensland has ranked first in Australia in four subject areas in the 2024 National Taiwan University (NTU) Rankings.

5 September 2024