Research

Central mechanism behind neuromuscular control of the shoulder

The study aims to offer new insight into the role of the brain in muscular control of the shoulder.

Validation of the Child Self-Regulation Scale

The current research aims to test out the validity and reliability of the Child Self-Regulation Scale and subsequently to seek the relational model between parent and child self-regulation in Australia.

How our brains can rapidly identify people in power

Published on: 2 June 2023

Our brains can identify people in power at lightening speed, based on how we perceive dominant people, University of Queensland research has found.

UQ study investigates the benefits of siblings for children with autism

Published on: 31 May 2023

A University of Queensland study is investigating the influence of sibling relationships in the development of children with and without autism.

Nanoparticles deliver brain cancer treatment

Published on: 31 May 2023

University of Queensland researchers have developed a nanoparticle to take a chemotherapy drug into fast growing, aggressive brain tumours.

Parenting strategies crucial to healthy screen use in under-5s

Published on: 23 May 2023

A University of Queensland study has outlined a series of recommendations which can be used to develop strategies for parents to better manage screen use in under-fives.

UQ collaborates with Wesley Mission to create change in aged care

Published on: 17 May 2023

A partnership between The University of Queensland and Wesley Mission Queensland (WMQ) will enable the development of innovative training and research programs to address key issues within the aged care sector.

The Nature of Neck Pain and Function in Tension Type Headache

This study may help to improve the management of people with tension type headaches in the future.

Positive growth or life lessons identified by older adults using COVID-19 as a context

UQ researchers are seeking individuals aged 65 years and over to discuss the life lessons they have recognised or personal growth gained their COVID-19 pandemic experiences.

The relationship between estimates of puborectalis muscle stiffness made with shear wave elastography and electromyography in men with chronic pelvic pain

This study aims to investigate the relationship between outcomes of novel pelvic floor muscle methods used to estimate pelvic floor muscle stiffness and EMG of the puborectalis muscle in men with chronic pelvic pain.