Research

Good lunchboxes are based on 4 things: here’s how parents can prepare healthy food and keep costs down

Published on: 23 January 2024

Dr Clare Dix and Stella Boyd-Ford from UQ's School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences write for The Conversation.

Lack of fluoridated water a health risk for disadvantaged Queenslanders

Published on: 22 January 2024

Researchers have found Queenslanders from lower socio-economic areas are at higher risk of dental disease due to a lack of fluoridated water.

Woman with dark hair brushing teeth while watching phone

Five dental TikTok trends you probably shouldn’t try at home

Published on: 10 January 2024

Dr Arosha Weerakoon from UQ's School of Dentistry writes for The Conversation.

woman breasfeeding baby while holding it's hand

Exploring Breastfeeding Practices and Oral Health: Insights from Australian Mothers

This study investigates why Australian mothers breastfeed for varying durations and how it affects their children's health including oral health, especially if continued beyond 20 months.

50 years after Evonne Goolagong’s Australian Open win, we should remember her achievements – and the racism she overcame

Published on: 2 January 2024

Associate Professor Gary Osmond from UQ's School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences writes for The Conversation.

Got period pain or cramps? What to eat and avoid, according to science

Published on: 22 December 2023

Professor Lauren Ball and PhD candidate Pui Ting Wong from UQ's School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences write for The Conversation.

Study of new medications to assist in the management of alcohol use

This study is a double-blind randomised controlled trial to compare the efficacy of 12 weeks of N-acetylcysteine (NAC, 2400mg/day) versus placebo on alcohol consumption.

8 tips to navigate Christmas if you have a fussy eater or child with allergies

Published on: 20 December 2023

Dr Clare Dix and Stella Boyd-Ford from UQ's School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences write for The Conversation.

NHMRC awards $43 million in four new grants

Published on: 19 December 2023

Multiple HaBS projects are among 37 UQ grant recipients across four NHMRC funding schemes.

Tempting teens to vape – social media under the spotlight

Published on: 15 December 2023

A University of Queensland research project will investigate the online influences behind young people taking up vaping, and develop social media content to support them in quitting the habit.