Research

A gene mutation making young children extremely vulnerable to common viruses may represent a new type of immunodeficiency, according to a University of Queensland researcher.

A University of Queensland professor says treating people with hepatitis C before they developed progressive liver disease is key to curbing a pending epidemic of liver failure and cancer.

The implementation of an Indigenous-led suicide intervention program will begin in Queensland’s rural and remote communities in July.

Older Game of Thrones fans planning a marathon recap before the new TV season premieres might want to reconsider binge-watching their favourite show.

More than two-thirds of toddlers burned in hot drink accidents are not treated with correct first aid, according to new research.

Research into the impact of the 2011 Queensland floods on pregnant women and their babies has found stress from natural disasters affects infant development and temperament.

University of Queensland researchers are working to improve the care of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children with burns injuries.

Three University of Queensland researchers have each received $1 million from the FightMND foundation for clinical trials to help fast-track potential treatments for motor neurone disease.

Knowing your risk of developing melanoma could be as simple as taking a saliva based genetic test, with a Queensland Government funded project set to revolutionise early detection of the deadly skin cancer.