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Flagship UQ research program to deliver health outcomes

Published on: 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

Published on: 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

Published on: 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

Published on: 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

Published on: 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

Published on: 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

Published on: 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’

Published on: 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

Published on: 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

Published on: 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

Published on: 6 June 2016

Omar Elfeky wins YW Loke New Investigator award

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

Published on: 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.