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Lead-free solar powers a battery-free future for health tech

Wearable health devices that never need charging are a step closer thanks to next-generation photovoltaic technology that harvests energy from indoor light, as well as the sun.

15 September 2026

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Analysis

‘We really do earnestly believe AI could kill all humans’: if AI labs are so worried about AI doom, why don’t they stop?

14 September 2026

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Analysis

Cutting the tobacco excise won’t stop the illegal trade. This is how other countries solved the problem

8 September 2026

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Analysis

Can removing your fallopian tubes really reduce your risk of ovarian cancer?

9 September 2026

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Women bear the brunt of alcohol-related fear

3 September 2026

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