James Cook University
Unlocking Spirulina secrets to supercharge vaccines
JCU researchers have found particles in popular ‘superfood’ Spirulina that could lead to lead to huge advancements in vaccine production and effectiveness.
Queensland
James Cook University
Vaccine effort targets hookworm larvae
James Cook University researchers will target proteins secreted by hookworm larvae as part of an international effort to develop a game-changing vaccine against the notorious parasite.
James Cook University
Major New Indigenous Histories and Futures Centre launched at JCU
A major new national research centre which aims to set new standards for research and management of Land and Sea Country across Australia is set to be launched in Cairns.
University of the Sunshine Coast
Study finds low doses of oral ketamine can treat PTSD
A new UniSC study has found small amounts of liquid ketamine administered in a clinical setting can significantly reduce symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder, with fewer side effects.
University of the Sunshine Coast
Spider venom to be developed into an insecticide against locusts
A University of the Sunshine Coast researcher is using arachnid venom to help farmers fight locusts, after being awarded a $240,000 Advance Queensland Industry Research Fellowship.
University of the Sunshine Coast
Global study identifies hidden genetic cause of intellectual disability
The study details a new form of childhood genetic intellectual disability resulting from recessive variants in the gene GTF3C3.
University of the Sunshine Coast
New UniSC degree to deliver more midwives
A new University of the Sunshine Coast degree aims to fast-track registered nurses into midwifery careers to target a state and global workforce shortage of maternity care professionals.
University of the Sunshine Coast
Design students fast-tracked into $80 billion industry via on-campus studio
A global virtual reality design studio based on-campus at the University of the Sunshine Coast is now fast-tracking students into an $80 billion industry.
The University of Queensland
Treating heart attack and stroke with drugs from spider venom | 2024 Shaping Australia Awards finalists
Heart attack and stroke are the biggest killers in Australia. Each year, over 55,000 Australians suffer a heart attack and 68,000 a stroke.
University of the Sunshine Coast
New physiotherapy degree targets national workforce shortage
The University of the Sunshine Coast will introduce a physiotherapy degree next year to help meet surging demand for the health professionals across Australia, particularly in regional and rural areas.
University of the Sunshine Coast
Research uncovers hidden Australian skin cancer epidemic
Deaths from non-melanoma skin cancers have almost doubled in Australia this millennium – and the culprit is hiding in plain sight, according to new medical research led by the University of the Sunshine Coast.
University of the Sunshine Coast
Research reveals cyberbullying is pushing teenage girls towards cosmetic procedures
Adolescent females subjected to appearance-related cyberbullying are more likely to feel ashamed of their bodies, a desire to change their appearance and suffer eating disorder symptoms, according to new UniSC research.