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Researchers from The University of Queensland have launched the world’s biggest drug survey, to gain insight into drug use around the globe.

Where a lack of trust in sharing data is impacting research translation, a University of Queensland team has been recognised for its part in delivering a secure digital vault that gives researchers freedom to access sensitive data without ever compromising security.

The CHSR Director’s Awards celebrates the incredible contributions and achievements of CHSR staff and students each year. Congratulations to the 2023 staff and students who have been recognised for their outstanding service, research performance, workplace culture and leadership!

Patient recruitment is underway for a University of Queensland-led clinical trial to test the effectiveness of a diabetes drug to slow the progression of polycystic kidney disease (PKD).

A major clinical trial has found a simple change to world practice for kidney transplants could deliver real benefits for recipients and reduce their need for dialysis by 25 per cent.

A trial site which will provide information and support, to people caring for a loved one with a brain tumour.

CHSR Researcher Dr Frederick Graham has secured funding for his first fellowship through Metro South Health Research.

Associate Professor Clair Sullivan and Professor Jason Pole were recently featured in Research Australia's INSPIRE Magazine which was dedicated to medical innovation in the healthcare system.

Telehealth has been a game changer for many First Nations people globally, including in Australia.

Queenslanders are being challenged to slash the state’s skin cancer numbers by a quarter over the next three decades with a new report showing we’ve dropped the ball on prevention of the deadly disease.

“I imagine a baby girl born today receiving digital healthcare that continuously evolves and improves during her life.”
Read about Associate Professor Clair Sullivan’s research in the latest UQmedicine magazine.

Researchers from The University of Queensland have secured more than $31 million from the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) to progress life-changing health and medical research.

Queenslanders are incapable of assessing their own intoxication levels, especially when their blood alcohol level is high, according to research co-led by The University of Queensland.

Telehealth has played an important role during the pandemic. Telephone and online consultations have enabled social distancing and kept patients and clinicians safe from transmissible infections.