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Snail shells are surprise weather time capsules
Snails carry weather records on their backs that could be used to map prehistoric cyclones, a University of Queensland study has shown.
14 September 2026
Visions of Research: reflecting the creativity and impact of the UQ community
Twelve striking images capturing the breadth of research at The University of Queensland are on display at the Global Change Institute to mark this year’s Research and Innovation Week (14–18 September).
14 September 2026
New Rainbow Ready tick for tourism businesses to wear values on sleeves
UQ research has helped launch a national LGBTQIA+ tourism accreditation to acknowledge businesses welcoming diversity.
10 September 2026
Big supernova dataset challenges dark energy theory
The most comprehensive catalogue of exploding white dwarf stars ever assembled has revealed new clues about dark energy, the mysterious force driving the universe’s accelerating expansion.
8 September 2026
Australian cruise ship passengers may have more legal rights than they think
Australians booking cruises overseas may be protected by Australian consumer law if something goes wrong at sea – even if their contract says otherwise, a UQ study has found.
8 September 2026
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UQ researcher named State’s Young Tall Poppy of the Year
14 September 2026
Analysis
Cutting the tobacco excise won’t stop the illegal trade. This is how other countries solved the problem
8 September 2026
UQ researchers share in 2026 Eureka Prize
4 September 2026
Opinion and analysis
Analysis
As global heating heads to 1.8C, is it time to consider the ‘Voldemort’ of climate policy?
4 September 2026
Health and medicine
Analysis
Can removing your fallopian tubes really reduce your risk of ovarian cancer?
9 September 2026
Women bear the brunt of alcohol-related fear
3 September 2026
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Analysis
How brainless sea sponges use sunset as a cue to prepare for metamorphosis
4 September 2026
Guidelines needed as AI embraced by mental health practices
4 September 2026
Analysis
Research shows ethics education teaches kids right from wrong. Why can so few students access it?
1 September 2026
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