A new mini ECG monitoring system allows heart attack rehab patients to undergo six-week walking exercise programs from anywhere, with real-time monitoring of their heart signal, location, and speed. This approach has the potential to significantly improve patient outcomes and reduce hospital re-admissions.
A PhD study found that foreign wives in Taiwan often suffer low mental and physical health, as well as domestic violence and enter prostitution to make ends meet. The women, mostly from Vietnam and Indonesia, were difficult to reach due to their husbands' efforts to hide them from public view.
A Queensland University of Technology researcher has discovered two new pigments at the famous Maya archaeological site in Honduras that would have had a lustrous effect. The pigments, including green and mica, were found on stucco masks and revealed that the Rosalila temple was built using over 15 layers of paint and stucco.
A new study by Queensland University of Technology scientists found that exposure to air pollution significantly reduces foetus size during pregnancy. Mothers with higher exposure to air pollution had foetuses that were smaller in terms of abdominal circumference, head circumference and femur length.
A study found that supervised exercise programs resulted in varying weight loss outcomes due to compensatory responses such as increased hunger and food intake. The research suggests that individual variability plays a crucial role in weight management, highlighting the need for tailored approaches to address differences in physiologic...
A research team led by Dr. Michael Starnbach is using genetically engineered mice to study the immune system's response to Chlamydia infections. They aim to understand which components of the immune system need to be stimulated to fight the infection, with the ultimate goal of developing a vaccine for adolescent girls.
QUT and Syngenta will collaborate on developing cellulosic ethanol from sugarcane, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 80% compared to conventional petrol. The partnership is expected to lead to a significant global stake in biofuels research and potentially replace 30% of vehicle petroleum globally.
A Queensland University of Technology research team has received $280,000 in funding to investigate how to make technology easier for older people to use. The study aims to improve the design of complex interactive devices, such as healthcare products, to reduce errors and save lives.
A three-year QUT study will guide schools on policies and practices to protect victims, educate students and families, and prevent liability. The research team will work with focus groups of students, teachers, principals, and parents to explore the incidence and consequences of cyber bullying.
A new technique using a corneal confocal microscope may enable the diagnosis of diabetic neuropathy, a nerve disorder affecting up to 50% of diabetic patients. This instant, non-invasive test could lead to earlier treatment and improved health outcomes for millions of Australians.
A Queensland University of Technology study found that Australian parents administer medication incorrectly and overly frequently when it comes to managing childhood fever. The study revealed that 4% of parents gave paracetamol too often and 32% administered ibuprofen at incorrect intervals.
Three QUT researchers, including Dr Joanne Voisey, have received Smart State Fellowships to develop a genetic test for schizophrenia diagnosis and a polymer bandage for treating burn-related scars. Dr Martens will work on purifying water using nano-technology.
The QUT microgravity tower will enable scientists to study diverse phenomena in reduced-gravity environments, including nanomaterials and combustion. This facility will be one of only a few in the world and provide an attractive alternative to costly space testing methods.
A Queensland University of Technology research project has received a funding boost for developing technology to purify unclean water supplies. The project aims to revolutionize water purification using novel nanomaterials, demonstrating enhanced efficacy against toxic materials.
A study by Queensland University of Technology found that droplets carrying viruses can travel large distances in the air, posing a risk to people breathing nearby. The research dispels the myth that viruses only travel a short distance from a person, suggesting that one infected individual can spread the virus simply by exhaling.
A new counter-flow heart pump being developed by Queensland University of Technology has the potential to support both chambers of the heart simultaneously, reducing mortality rates. Clinical studies have shown that permanent left heart pumps can reduce mortality risk by up to 47%.
QUT scientists have developed advanced ceramic membranes for nanofiltration that can remove viruses from water, air, and blood. The technology has the potential to filter out HIV from blood, saving millions of lives.
Researchers have identified certain proteins that can protect against Chlamydia infection and are working towards developing a vaccine for adolescent women. The funding boost will allow QUT to evaluate the effectiveness of prevention methods, including a potential patch-based delivery system.
A QUT research project will expand its focus on improving the production and nutritional value of bananas, aiming to control diseased banana planting material in East Africa. The project's success could make a major difference to the health of the region's population.
A new study from Queensland University of Technology finds that climate change caused a series of massive droughts to kill giant kangaroos and other megafauna in south-east Queensland 40,000 years ago. The research provides evidence that the prehistoric big dry was responsible for extinctions, contradicting some theories that humans we...
A Queensland University of Technology nationwide study found that women on lower incomes experience increased feelings of vulnerability as they grow older. They need information and want opportunities to learn about protecting themselves against violence, which affects their quality of life and social connectedness.
A Queensland University of Technology study found that eye pressure and shape change with eyelid movement, especially in people with downward gaze. The research suggests a link between eyelid pressure and corneal astigmatism, potentially explaining vision changes in older age.