News

Unknown microbial world thriving in undiscovered ancient caves

Published on: 7 December 2018

A University of Queensland microbiologist was part of an expedition that discovered the world’s largest quartz cave deep in the South American rainforest.
Indigenous Elders still key to community wellbeing

Published on: 7 December 2018

In an effort to strengthen community health and wellbeing, University of Queensland researchers have investigated the role of Elders in a contemporary rural Indigenous community.
Neonatal vitamin D deficiency and schizophrenia linked

Published on: 7 December 2018

Newborns with vitamin D deficiency have an increased risk of schizophrenia later in life, a team of Australian and Danish researcher
Nano-signature discovery could revolutionise cancer diagnosis

Published on: 5 December 2018

A quick and easy test to detect cancer from blood or biopsy tissue could eventually result in a new approach to patient diagnosis.
Multi-million dollar research project to target adolescent mental health

Published on: 4 December 2018

University of Queensland researchers have partnered with institutes in Kenya, Indonesia and Vietnam to investigate the prevalence of mental disorders in adolescents.
Startup raises $63M to develop drugs for inflammatory diseases

Published on: 30 November 2018

Inflazome, a biotech company developing new drugs to block harmful inflammation, has secured further investment of $63 million.
Bold bid to beat melanoma gets $10 million boost

Published on: 29 November 2018

A $10 million grant will revolutionise the early detection of melanoma with the installation of 15 3D whole body imaging machines across Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria.
High praise for Faculty researchers

Published on: 28 November 2018

Nine researchers from UQ’s Faculty of Medicine have been named on the 2018 Clarivate Highly Cited Researchers List, the highest number of recipients for the Faculty in one year.
Nutrients being trialled to manage OCD

Published on: 26 November 2018

University of Queensland researchers are conducting the Queensland trial of a new treatment for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) using an amino acid supplement.
Tobacco increases risk of psychotic disorders

Published on: 21 November 2018

Tobacco smokers are at increased risk of psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia, according to University of Queensland researchers.
Clean water for remote Indigenous communities

Published on: 21 November 2018

Many people in Australia do not have access to safe drinking water.
New immunotherapy improves MS symptoms

Published on: 20 November 2018

A world-first clinical trial of a new cellular immunotherapy for multiple sclerosis (MS) has improved symptoms and quality of life for the majority of patients.
$2.5m to develop better skin treatments

Published on: 19 November 2018

Two projects to develop effective topical medicines have won almost $2.5 million ($US1.75) in US Food and Drug Administration grants.
Award honours Indigenous Health collaboration

Published on: 19 November 2018

A partnership between The University of Queensland and the Institute for Urban Indigenous Health (IUIH) has led to an award-wining program designed to address Indigenous health disadvantage.
Coffee or tea? It's in your genes

Published on: 16 November 2018

Do you drink freshly brewed coffee to start off your day? Or is a cup of English breakfast tea a better option for you?
What is adenomyosis?

Published on: 13 November 2018

Adenomyosis is a condition of the uterus (womb), where the tissue that grows on the lining of the uterus (also known as the endometrium) is also present on the inside muscular wall of the uterus.
Australian-first lab to improve treatment for brain-injured children

Published on: 12 November 2018

Australia’s first laboratory dedicated to improving outcomes for children with brain injuries has opened in Brisbane.
UQ efforts see bullying recognised globally as contributor to mental illness

Published on: 9 November 2018

Bullying has been recognised globally as a risk factor for mental illness, thanks to a University of Queensland research team.
Closing the gap in maternity health services

Published on: 9 November 2018

A devotion to closing the gap in maternity care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women has seen Mater Research Institute-UQ Professor Professor Sue Kildea awarded the Health Services Research Award.
Win takes UQ student to Dublin

Published on: 8 November 2018

An outstanding undergraduate thesis on immunology will see PhD student Pascale Wehr jet off to Dublin this week after winning a prestigious international award.