Being overweight hampers immune response to SARS-CoV-2
Being overweight hampers immune response to SARS-CoV-2: University of Queensland-led research shows being overweight can impair the body’s antibody response…
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Successful clinical trial for re-engineered UQ vaccine
Successful clinical trial for re-engineered UQ vaccine: The University of Queensland’s re-engineered clamp platform has produced a vaccine that is…
International pioneering neonatal study
A pioneering neonatal study has reported its two-year findings, confirming that a novel approach developed in Australia can improve the…
Drug may reduce SIDS in children with achondroplasia
A drug that boosts bone growth in children with achondroplasia may also reduce their chances of sudden infant death syndrome…
Winners of prestigious prize for Autism and Mental Health course
Curtin University’s outstanding Autism and Mental Health course has won the prestigious 2023 edX Prize for Exceptional Contributions in Online…
Potential genetic screening for aggressive melanoma
Potential genetic screening for aggressive melanoma: Researchers from The University of Queensland and The Alfred hospital in Melbourne have identified…
Weighing up risk: home insurance in a changing climate
Weighing up risk: home insurance in a changing climate: A UNSW Sydney scientist explains some of the psychological processes that…
Biobank for children with genetic muscle diseases
An Australian first biobank will be established to improve and discover new treatments for children with genetic muscle diseases such…
Timely access to gender-affirming testosterone reduces risks
Transgender adults seeking testosterone therapy have better mental health outcomes with early treatment, trial shows Transgender adults who have access…
Innovative research to prevent medication related harm
Innovative research to prevent medication related harm: A University of Queensland research collaboration will look at reducing the risk of…