Research

Negative stereotypes about injecting drug-users may be hampering their recovery.

Cobalt, a naturally occurring mineral that can also be an environmental pollutant, has been recorded in the blood of Queensland turtles at potentially harmful levels

Research by The University of Queensland may provide a better understanding of the social functioning difficulties of people with autism.

Understanding how exercise affects language learning could help patients with brain conditions such as stroke, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease.

Short bursts of high-intensity exercise could help people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease reduce their risk of type 2 diabetes.

Many Australians living with multiple sclerosis (MS) do not receive adequate oral health care or access to dental services.

A social connection program developed by University of Queensland researchers could help shape the future of the aged care sector.

Women who maintain connections with their social groups after having a baby are at lower risk of developing postnatal depression, according to University of Queensland research.

Dried skin secretions from toads could soon be used in a treatment for the benefit of cancer patients.

More support services for pregnant women who have previously suffered miscarriage, stillbirth or the loss of a newborn are needed, according to University of Queensland researchers.