News - Centre for Clinical Research - The University of Queensland, Australia

Research aims for better treatments for children with rare disease

28 February 2017

New research could pave the way for more precise treatments for potentially deadly respiratory infections in children with the rare disease ataxia-telangiectasia (A-T).

Study seeking to identify early indicators of preterm birth

22 February 2017

A new study could pave the way for a simple blood or saliva test to predict whether an expectant mother is likely to have a preterm birth.

Flagship UQ research program to deliver health outcomes

8 February 2017

Projects tackling key health challenges of antimicrobial use and skin cancer are the first to be funded under a flagship initiative by The University of Queensland Faculty of Medicine.

Hotspot mutations in breast cancer genomes identified

25 January 2017

An international research collaboration has revealed clusters or ‘hotspots’ of genetic mutations known as ‘tandem duplications’ may contribute to the growth of breast cancer.

Breast cancer research recognised

22 December 2016

A University of Queensland researcher has won a prestigious award for his work to improve outcomes for breast cancer patients.

New research helps harness healing

20 December 2016

The discovery of a regenerative stem cell active in human blood vessels could help patients with diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

Brain technique improves cognitive control

15 December 2016

A cutting edge, non-invasive brain stimulation technique could improve cognitive control for people with conditions such as schizophrenia and autism.

Professor David Evans, one of the ‘Highly Cited Researchers’ for 2016

UQ Med researchers make ‘highly cited’ list for 2016

25 November 2016

Four University of Queensland Faculty of Medicine researchers have been recognised as part of the prestigious Thomson Reuters Highly Cited Researchers List for 2016.

Dairy industry set to benefit from UQ research

16 November 2016

A University of Queensland project aimed at early detection of infectious disease in dairy cows could save Australian and New Zealand dairy industries millions of dollars.

UQ researchers are calling for a greater ADHD focus earlier

ADHD linked to ‘lifelong trajectory of disadvantage’

11 October 2016

University of Queensland researchers are calling for a greater focus on addressing common mental disorders in children to avoid a potential ‘tsunami’ of long-term issues in adulthood.

World first prostate cancer surgery trial

27 July 2016

Australian researchers in world first trial to find robotic surgery for prostate cancer is no more effective than open prostatectomy.

UQCCR researchers studies antibiotic duration in children - Lancet

27 June 2016

Antibiotic duration for children: Dr Minyon Avent in Lancet publication

UQ Oshner's Omar Elfeky wins prestigious YW Loke New Investigator Travel Award

6 June 2016

Omar Elfeky wins YW Loke New Investigator award

Associate Professor James Scott wins award at 2016 MNHHS Research Excellence Awards

30 May 2016

UQCCR's Associate Professor James Scott was recognised for his work in improving the mental health of Australian youth in the Promoting Healthy Minds and Bodies category.