News

Re-activating the immune system to fight ovarian cancer

Published on: 1 August 2018

An early detection blood test and hijacked immune systems are two projects the Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation (OCRF) has provided significant support for at The University of Queensland.
UQ recognised in 'Oscars' of Australian science

Published on: 25 July 2018

Three University of Queensland research projects have been named finalists in the 2018 Australian Museum Eureka Prizes.
Mental health problems a family affair

Published on: 24 July 2018

Children experiencing mental health problems who have parents with psychiatric symptoms are at higher risk of poorer mental health outcomes, according to a University of Queensland researcher.
Test to save patients from invasive open biopsies

Published on: 24 July 2018

University of Queensland researchers are developing diagnostic tests for a genetic condition which can cause the body to fatally overheat while under a general anaesthetic.
Faculty of Medicine welcomes newest alumni

Published on: 20 July 2018

A fresh batch of University of Queensland Faculty of Medicine students donned gowns and caps to celebrate their graduation at a ceremony this week.
Global recognition for School of Public Health

Published on: 19 July 2018

The University of Queensland is the only Australian university with public health ranked in the top 20 of the world.
Surgical skills rather than tools are the key

Published on: 13 July 2018

Men undergoing either robot-assisted or open surgery for prostate cancer experienced equally good outcomes, a study involving University of Queensland researchers has found.
UQ launches Regional Training Hub in Wide Bay

Published on: 12 July 2018

The second of three University of Queensland medical Regional Training Hubs will be launched in Bundaberg on Thursday 19 July.
Study finds new brain pathway for escaping predators

Published on: 6 July 2018

How the zebrafish brain perceives and reacts to predators has been determined by researchers at The University of Queensland.
Men's drug helps women in labour

Published on: 4 July 2018

A drug usually used for erectile dysfunction is helping to improve outcomes during labour in an Australian-first trial in Brisbane.
Faculty of Medicine celebrates staff excellence

Published on: 3 July 2018

Members of the Faculty of Medicine community picked up a win and two commendations in the UQ Awards in Excellence.
Higher mental health burden for Indigenous Australians

Published on: 3 July 2018

Mental health disorders are four to seven times more common among Indigenous adults than other Australians, University of Queensland researchers have found.
New treatment to reverse drug resistance in some cancers

Published on: 28 June 2018

University of Queensland researchers have discovered how to reverse drug resistance in skin and mouth squamous cell carcinomas.
‘Bad’ antibodies let blood infections rage

Published on: 28 June 2018

Certain antibodies in a patient’s blood stream may enable life-threatening bacterial infections to spread instead of fighting them off, a University of Queensland study has found.
Nanotechnology the next frontier for Frazer

Published on: 27 June 2018

The Queensland Government has thrown their support behind a project to develop a nanotechnology cancer vaccine, lead by University of Queensland’s Professor Ian Frazer.
Funding to find a cure hits the mark

Published on: 26 June 2018

A donation of almost $400,000 will fund University of Queensland research looking at the potential of stem cells to repair spinal cord injuries.
Women sitting ducks for frailty

Published on: 25 June 2018

Women who spend more time sitting down as they age are at higher risk of becoming frail, a University of Queensland study has found.
Genetic disorder identified in children

Published on: 15 June 2018

A genetic defect affecting normal development in children has been identified by a study involving University of Queensland researcher and alumnus Professor David Coman.
Executive Dean to focus on the community

Published on: 13 June 2018

Forging collaborations to achieve an outstanding, evidence-informed and sustainable healthcare system will be the focus of the incoming Executive Dean of The University of Queensland’s Faculty of Medicine.
‘Dead heart’ revival receives award

Published on: 13 June 2018

UQ Professor John Fraser’s quest to create ‘Gatorade for hearts’ has been recognised with a major research award.