Q&A with researchers from the Queensland Alliance for Environmental Health Sciences (QAEHS)
Researchers from QAEHS are working on developing methods to quantify human exposure to nano plastics via air, food and water.
Students help solve the rural health crisis
UQ aims to address the workforce maldistribution of health professionals in Queensland’s Southwest with the establishment of Southern Queensland Rural Health (SQRH).
A collaborative approach to healthcare
The healthcare system is under increasing pressure due to rising health issues, increased healthcare costs and shortages of healthcare professionals.
Targeted treatment gives new hope on breast cancer
Queensland researchers have discovered a new way to target a rare form of breast cancer, giving hope for improved treatment options.
UQ to provide major boost to regional health
Health education, training and research in rural south Queensland will receive a major boost thanks to the establishment of a new University Department of Rural Health.
Flood study highlights impact of pre-birth stress
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.
How the built environment impacts healthy ageing
A study out of UQ’s School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work found that the built environment has a powerful impact on the health of older people and on their ability to age well.
Multi-million dollar funding for RECOVER
Research into recovery from motor vehicle accidents will benefit from an additional $3.8 million in funding.
Great Barrier Reef turtles exposed to thousands of chemicals
Research indicates that green turtles living near urban and farming areas are absorbing chemicals associated with industry and agriculture.