What Really Separates Dingoes From Dogs? Ancient DNA Holds the Answer
Research on ancient dingo DNA reveals the deep genetic roots and historical migration patterns of dingoes in Australia, dating back over 3000 years. DNA from…
Queensland University of Technology News
Queensland University of Technology (QUT) is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a ‘real world’ focus. Located in Brisbane, Queensland, QUT was officially granted university status in 1989, although its roots trace back to the establishment of the Brisbane School of Arts in 1849. QUT is known for its strong emphasis on practical, career-oriented education and extensive research activities. The university operates across multiple campuses, with the two primary ones being Gardens Point and Kelvin Grove. QUT offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including in business, health, science, engineering, and the creative industries. It is also renowned for its strong connections with industry and its high-quality research outputs, particularly in areas like robotics, data science, and sustainable development.
From Waste Pile to Diamond Discovery: How a Humble Piece of Rock Solved a Long-Standing Diamond Mystery
Two researchers from Queensland University of Technology (QUT) have utilized a simple laptop computer and a piece of rock, obtained from a diamond mine’s “waste…
A “Window Into Evolution” – Mathematicians Uncover Universal Explanatory Framework
Mathematicians have uncovered a universal explanatory framework that provides a “window into evolution.” This framework explains how molecules interact with each other in adapting to…
Migraine Causes and New Potential Treatment Options Identified
Queensland University of Technology (QUT) genetic researchers discovered blood proteins that induce migraines and have a connection to Alzheimer’s disease, which might be prevented by…
“Fundamental Discovery” Used To Turn Nanotube Into Tiny Transistor – 25,000x Smaller Than Width of a Human Hair
An international team of researchers has used a unique tool inserted into an electron microscope to create a transistor that’s 25,000 times smaller than the…
A Coronavirus Epidemic Broke Out in East Asia More Than 20,000 Years Ago
An international study has discovered a coronavirus epidemic broke out in the East Asia region more than 20,000 years ago, with traces of the outbreak…
What Factors Matter in Sexual Attraction for Men and Women of Different Ages?
When it comes to sexual attraction, women rate age, education, intelligence, income, trust, and emotion connection higher than men who put a greater priority on…
Seeing Is No Longer Believing: The Manipulation of Online Images
Online images are not always what they seem, especially on social media. A peace sign from Martin Luther King, Jr., becomes a rude gesture; President…
New COVID-19 Virus-Filtering Mask Material Being Fast-Tracked to Market
A new company, CelluAir, will bring the world-first, virus-filtering mask material made from agriculture waste to market. The material was developed by Queensland University of…
COVID-19 / 5G Infodemic: A Perfect Storm for Conspiracy Theories
As the global count of COVID-19 infections heads towards the 20M mark, the pandemic has created what the World Health Organization calls an ‘infodemic’, giving…
Study Finds Elite Gamers Share Mental Toughness With Olympic Athletes
High performing esports professionals may require the same mental stamina it takes to be a top Olympian, according to QUT research. A new study, published…
New Easier-to-Breathe Mask Material Effectively Removes Virus-Size Nanoparticles
Scientists around the world are scrambling to adapt their research to find solutions to the many problems raised by the Covid-19 pandemic sweeping the world,…
Indoor Precautions Essential to Stem Airborne COVID-19 – The World Should Face the Reality
Researchers are urging health authorities to immediately recognize the role of airborne transmission of COVID-19 virus droplets from an infected person beyond 1.5m (5 feet)…
Research Breakthrough: Fast, Safe Way to Clean Up Oil Spills [Video]
Queensland University of Technology (QUT) researchers have come up with a new, safe way to clean up oil spills using compounds equally useful as common…