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Blood analysis predicts sepsis and organ failure in children
University of Queensland researchers have developed a method to predict if a child is likely to develop sepsis and go into organ failure.
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Sports engineering student proves a key player in Paralympic innovation
A Griffith masters student has been working with an esteemed team of engineers at the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) to design and deliver cutting-edge technology for Paralympic athletes. Rajtilak Kapoor’s work is supporting multi-medalist wheelchair racing athlete Angie Ballard and her push for podium success at Paris 2024.
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How lizards avoid being killed by venomous snakes
A University of Queensland–led study has shed light on how some lizards have evolved to resist deadly neurotoxins from Australia's most venomous snakes.
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Thousands of tonnes of microplastics found in Moreton Bay
UQ researchers estimate there could be up to 7000 tonnes of microplastics polluting vital ecosystems in Brisbane's Moreton Bay.
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Deep learning enables faster, more accurate decisions on shoulder abnormalities treatment
QUT scientists have developed a deep learning framework to detect shoulder abnormalities such as fractures in X-ray images with 99 per cent accuracy to enable clinicians to make correct and speedy decisions in emergency situations.
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Study reveals flood mud burden on Moreton Bay
UQ sampling during and after the February 2022 Brisbane River flood has sounded a warning about the future of Moreton Bay with climate change predicted to bring more extreme weather.
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Global Science and Technology Diplomacy Fund (GSTDF) is now open for applications.
The AU$6M Global Science and Technology Diplomacy Fund (GSTDF) is now open with grants ranging from AU$100K to $1M. Applications close on 31 May 2024. The Fund seeks to encourage partnerships between Australian institutions and their overseas counterparts and help raise Australia’s profile in science and technology research. The grants…
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Persian plateau unveiled as crucial hub for early human migration out of Africa
Study sheds new light on the complex journey of human populations from Africa into Eurasia. A new study combining genetic, palaeoecological, and archaeological evidence has unveiled the Persian plateau as a pivotal geographic location serving as a hub for Homo sapiens during the early stages of their migration out of…
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Digital Child launches winning children’s picture books on balancing digital media use
The Stories by Digital Children competition, an initiative run by the QUT-led ARC Centre of Excellence for the Digital Child, has launched four picture books for children. The competition invited children aged 5 to 12 to submit concepts for children's stories centred around the theme "Fun with digital media: Getting…
Now open - 2024 Young Tall Poppy Awards Featured
Now accepting applications - The annual Young Tall Poppy science awards recognise and celebrate recognise researchers who demonstrate scientific excellence and community engagement.
Queensland quantum and advanced technologies Featured
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.
Queensland excels in infectious disease research Featured
The Queensland Infectious Disease Research Capabilities statement presents comprehensive information on how Queensland’s research community excel in infectious disease research.
Queensland Government Science Strategic Investment Framework Featured
Find out more about how the Queensland Government is investing in scientific excellence and capability through a range of programs and initiatives.
New Queensland Cancer Centre to be built Featured
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…
$80m vaccine manufacturing facility to be built in Brisbane Featured
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…
Strategic Visualisation Tool Featured
Explore our strategic visualisation tool to understand Queensland’s research strengths and capabilities in seven emerging industries…
Traditional knowledge and biodiscovery resources Featured
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.
QUT’s Lidia Morawska - one of 100 most influential people in the world Featured
QUT’s Distinguished Professor Lidia Morawska, an international air quality expert, has been named in the Time Magazine as one of the 100 most influential people in the world. Professor Morawska is the director of the…