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Home gardens reduce risk of type 2 diabetes

People with home gardens are less likely to develop type 2 diabetes, a University of Queensland study has found, planting fresh evidence that gardens and greenspaces should be a priority in urban planning.

6 August 2026

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Microbreaks key to boosting energy and motivation at work, study finds

Employees who incorporate microbreaks alongside work-related strategies into their workday are more motivated and energised, UQ research has found.

7 August 2026

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How a unique environment sets Australian chocolate apart

University of Queensland research has shown microbes could give Australian-grown chocolate an edge in the global market.

5 August 2026

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Healing, not handcuffs: research finds pathway to reduce child incarceration

Reprioritising prevention over punishment will help government reduce child incarceration and avoid costs of up to $3,000 a day per child for youth detention, UQ research has found.

7 August 2026

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UQ named as key research node in fight against devastating genetic diseases

UQ scientists will accelerate research into cures for life-threatening genetic diseases from a Brisbane-based node of the new world-leading Medical Research Council Centre of Research Excellence for Mitochondrial Genome Therapeutics.

6 August 2026

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Study shows AI could support low-cost foot health technology

5 August 2026

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Australia-first genetics study to investigate mixed ancestries

4 August 2026

Mangrove trees with exposed aerial roots grow in shallow coastal water under a clear blue sky. Sunlight illuminates the green leaves, and the trees and roots are reflected in the calm water, with more mangroves stretching into the distance.

Analysis

The world’s mangrove forests are bouncing back. That’s good news for our coasts and climate

7 August 2026

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Opinion

Data centres: the new heavy industries

3 August 2026

Railway viaduct bridge under construction in Ethiopia, with tall concrete pillars supporting partially completed bridge spans and large cranes overhead.

Analysis

Review of China’s Belt and Road shows sustained investment surge

27 July 2026

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