Research

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Problematic ‘zombie leadership’ lives on

Published on: 8 February 2024

Outdated perceptions of leadership persist across society despite being repeatedly debunked, University of Queensland research has found.

Pickle, anyone? 3 possible reasons women get cravings during pregnancy

Published on: 30 January 2024

Professor Lauren Ball and Dr Katelyn Barnes wrote for The Conversation about why people get cravings during pregnancy.

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Who we care about is limited – but our research shows how humans can expand their ‘moral circle’

Published on: 29 January 2024

Associate Professor James Kirby and Dr Charlie Crimston from UQ's School of Psychology write for The Conversation.

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Caregiver and Professional experiences of emotional-behavioural difficulties in children with permanent hearing loss

Volunteers are needed for research on the behaviour of children with hearing loss.

What drives us to be anonymous online

Published on: 24 January 2024

University of Queensland researchers have found there are two key reasons people choose to be anonymous online – self-expression or toxic behaviour.

For the new vape laws to succeed, these 3 things need to happen – or users may look to the illicit market

Published on: 24 January 2024

Emeritus Professor Wayne Hall from UQ's National Centre for Youth Substance Use Research writes for The Conversation.

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.

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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.

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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.