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Queensland Science is addressing some of the biggest challenges the world faces—the health of our communities, and environments; the quality and quantity of food available; abundant clean energy; and sustainable economies.
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News from Queensland universities and research organisations.
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High–voltage technology to supercharge the mining industry
Zapping rocks with a high–voltage pulse – similar to a lightning strike – could be the answer to decarbonising the mining industry. Researchers from UQ’s Sustainable Minerals Institute have developed High Voltage Pulse (HVP) technology, which uses a short-pulsed discharge similar to a lightning strike, to selectively break mineralised ores…
14 May 2024
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Global analysis of 30M hydrogen energy tweets shows increase from 2015 Paris Agreement
Australia’s hydrogen energy-related discussion on Twitter (now X), ranked seventh globally, according to an analysis of 30.7 million tweets conducted by QUT researchers. The multi-lingual study’s first author PhD researcher Deepak Uniyal said analysing public discourse on hydrogen energy was essential for understanding the public’s behaviour and acceptance of hydrogen…
10 May 2024
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Ancient, endangered fish found 1400km north of previous known range
Scientists confirm endangered lamprey living in coastal rivers of Queensland. Surprisingly, it doesn’t use these teeth to suck blood like most lamprey species – it’s non-parasitic. As larvae, the Australian brook lamprey lives buried in the bottom of streams for around three years, filter-feeding. Its adult phase is about one…
9 May 2024
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UQ develops new drug for sepsis
A new drug could prevent sepsis–related organ failure and death by restoring the health of a patient's blood vessels. Researchers from The University of Queensland and the Queensland Children’s Hospital (QCH) have successfully tested the first-in-class drug in mice. Dr Mark Coulthard from UQ and the QCH’s Paediatric Intensive Care…
9 May 2024
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Spider venom to be developed into insecticide against locusts
A University of the Sunshine Coast researcher is using arachnid venom to help farmers fight locusts, after being awarded a $240,000 Advance Queensland Industry Research Fellowship. We have the world's largest arachnid venom collection – comprising more than 750 species from around the globe – at our disposal at UniSC
9 May 2024
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Our research shows higher carbon emissions increase costs for Australian businesses
Imagine every ton of carbon dioxide a company emits is slowly inflating its costs — not just in terms of potential fines or fees but in the capital it needs to grow and operate. This isn’t just an environmental issue, it’s a stark reality many companies experience today. Our new…
9 May 2024
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📢A/Prof Paul Harnett argues risk assessment is overemphasized in child protection decision making.
RT by @Griffith_Uni: 📢A/Prof Paul Harnett argues risk assessment is overemphasized in child protection decision making. He proposes adopting a Monitor and Adapt paradigm, drawing from other disciplines.
9 May 2024
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China’s ‘new three’ exports dominate the 2023 global green transition
A Griffith University report shows China has been dominating global trade in electric vehicles (EV), lithium-ion batteries and solar photovoltaic (PV) as the developed world transitions away from fossil-based systems of energy production.
9 May 2024
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Funding explores enviro impact of firefighting chemicals
Determining the ecological impacts of firefighting chemicals used to control bushfires is the aim of a Griffith University researcher who was among the 50 Early Career Industry Fellowships announced this week by the Australian Research Council.
9 May 2024
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Queensland Decarbonisation Hub launched
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The Queensland Decarbonisation Hub is a network of industrial, research and policy experts focused on the social, economic and environmental dimensions of decarbonising the state.
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Queensland–Cooper Hewitt Fellowship Program applications now open
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Queensland–Cooper Hewitt Fellowship Program applications now open for a registered Queensland school teacher to visit the Cooper Hewitt Design Museum - closes 6 June 2024.
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Queensland – Bavaria Collaborative Research Program - Applications open
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The new Queensland-Bavaria Collaborative Research Program has opened for applications with two categories: Seed Grants and Development Grants.
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Queensland quantum and advanced technologies
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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.
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Queensland excels in infectious disease research
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The Queensland Infectious Disease Research Capabilities statement presents comprehensive information on how Queensland’s research community excel in infectious disease research.
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Queensland Government Science Strategic Investment Framework
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Find out more about how the Queensland Government is investing in scientific excellence and capability through a range of programs and initiatives.
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New Queensland Cancer Centre to be built
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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…
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$80m vaccine manufacturing facility to be built in Brisbane
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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…
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Strategic Visualisation Tool
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Explore our strategic visualisation tool to understand Queensland’s research strengths and capabilities in seven emerging industries…
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Traditional knowledge and biodiscovery resources
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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.
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QUT’s Lidia Morawska - one of 100 most influential people in the world
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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…