Cryptocurrency gambling with young people’s mental health
Cryptocurrency trading could be linked to problem gambling, anxiety and depression in young men, University of Queensland research has found.…
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Viruses can ‘hitchhike’ on microplastics
Microplastics are not just tiny particles that can be ingested, they can also carry viruses, a University of Queensland study…
‘A silent killer’ – COVID-19 shown to trigger inflammation in the brain
‘A silent killer’ - COVID-19 shown to trigger inflammation in the brain: The UQ team was led by Professor Trent…
Link between sleep apnoea and dementia
UQ study explains link between sleep apnoea and dementia: Researchers at The University of Queensland have discovered a link between…
Genetic testing to identify cardiomyopathy in kids
Genetic testing can diagnose cardiomyopathy – a disease of the heart muscle – in children and help detect who will…
Sensory overload insights
Processing everyday sensory information can be difficult for autistic people. Any of their senses may be over- or under-sensitive, or both, at…
A.R.T. training as internal martial arts
For people who train in the martial arts one of the most important principles is the relationship between stillness and…
Medicinal cannabis study for children in palliative care
Medicinal cannabis study into easing symptoms of children in palliative care: A pilot study will explore the use of medicinal…
Children’s growth genome study
Children’s growth will be easier to assess following a University of Queensland-led study analysing the genetic variants that influence height.…
Research shows water fluoridation is safe for children
Research shows water fluoridation is safe for children: Research from The University of Queensland has found no link between community…