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Researchers discover link between gut and type 1 diabetes

Published on: 19 February 2018

Scientists have found that targeting micro-organisms in the gut, known as microbiota, could have the potential to help prevent type 1 diabetes
Melanoma is in the eye of the beholder

Published on: 17 January 2018

University of Queensland researchers have found that freckles and moles appearing on the iris indicate a high risk of melanoma, particularly in people under 40 years of age.
How much potassium is too much?

Published on: 11 January 2018

An international collaboration to investigate why and how potassium can help lower blood pressure will be trialled at the Princess Alexandra Hospital in Brisbane.
Three reasons to get your stress levels in check in 2018

Published on: 5 January 2018

It’s difficult not to get stressed in our fast-paced lives. Whether you’re working overtime, battling exams, or caring for a sick relative, chronic stress has become commonplace.
Research underway for new type 1 diabetes treatment

Published on: 6 December 2017

Researchers at The University of Queensland are hoping a new form of immunotherapy could lead to better treatment of type 1 diabetes.
Researchers show aspirin added to cancer drug improves effectiveness

Published on: 4 December 2017

Adding aspirin to some existing cancer drugs could increase their effectiveness against a group of tumours resistant to treatment, new research has shown.
Researchers show stress suppresses response to cancer treatments

Published on: 22 November 2017

New research shows that chronic stress suppresses the immune system’s response to cancer, reducing the effectiveness of immunotherapy treatments.
Trials bring hope for world-first rheumatoid arthritis treatment

Published on: 15 November 2017

Human trials of an innovative treatment for rheumatoid arthritis developed by The University of Queensland have begun in Brisbane.
ARC grants boost Faculty research

Published on: 14 November 2017

Researchers from The University of Queensland’s Faculty of Medicine have been awarded $2.47 million from the Australian Research Council (ARC) to tackle important health challenges including obesity and infertility.
Researchers show growth hormone signalling increases cancer risk

Published on: 26 October 2017

University of Queensland researchers have unravelled the cellular process which may help to explain why tall people are at increased risk of several types of cancer.
UQ collaborates with MSD to develop immuno-oncology therapies

Published on: 25 October 2017

Global health care leader MSD has signed an agreement with The University of Queensland to develop a platform for new immuno-oncology therapies.
Brain Foundation supports UQ projects

Published on: 24 October 2017

University of Queensland researchers have been recognised with 2017 Brain Foundation Awards for their work in cancer and epilepsy research.
Medical research grants aim to provide better patient outcomes

Published on: 23 October 2017

University of Queensland research targeting Parkinson’s, brain disease and melanoma has received combined funding of $2.58 million from the Queensland Government.
A new way to treat kids’ cancers

Published on: 18 October 2017

University of Queensland researchers have joined forces with 12 Australian and international research institutes to create personalised medicine targeting childhood cancer.
Early detection the key to improving skin cancer outcomes

Published on: 17 October 2017

Skin cancer experts are warning Australians not to lose focus on the importance of prevention and early detection, despite exciting advancements in treatments.
NHMRC grants benefit medical researchers

Published on: 16 October 2017

Researchers from The University of Queensland’s Faculty of Medicine have been awarded National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Fellowships totalling more than $4 million.
Eyes wide open to science

Published on: 3 October 2017

Students from Woodridge State High School in the south west of Brisbane have had the opportunity to take part in medical research in a unique University of Queensland program.
Largest ever genetic study marks likely osteoporosis treatment target

Published on: 5 September 2017

Scientists are homing in on a potential treatment for osteoporosis, after performing the largest ever genetic study of the common age-related bone-thinning disease.
Turning back the tide of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Published on: 15 August 2017

Evolutionary changes in genes linked to rheumatoid arthritis (RA) may be responsible for higher incidence and earlier onset in Indigenous North American populations.
Collaboration investigates possible immunotherapy for rare melanomas

Published on: 11 August 2017

New research will investigate the potential for personalised immunotherapies for a group of melanoma patients who do not respond well to current treatments.