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Battle to save endangered rainforest frog

Southern Cross University researchers are working to save an endangered species of frog by breeding it and reintroducing it to its natural habitat. The Mountain frog

Female AI voices empower women in teams

Artificial intelligence-powered virtual assistants with female voices boost the participation of women in male-dominated teams, according to new research. The findings,

Rugby quartet tackle sevens in France

A quartet of QUT rugby players are soaking up pre-Olympic excitement in France as they represent Australia at the World University Championships Rugby Sevens this

Tool maps cancer hotspots to prompt change

An online tool which maps key cancer statistics shows Australians living in rural and remote areas face lower survival rates than their city cousins. A new version of

AI reveals new antibiotic options to explore

Pharmaceutical manufacturers now have access to almost a million potential sources of antibiotics, as researchers work to combat growing resistance to current

Southern Cross leaps up world uni rankings

Southern Cross University is celebrating an 80-place jump in the 2025 QS World University Rankings to achieve its best-ever result. QS has also honoured the University

Trail engages the senses of science

A new, interactive eco-trail has opened in the Samford Valley, north-west of Brisbane in time for the winter school holidays. The self-guided Engaging Science Trail is a

Woman jogging beside Brisbane river at Southbank. | Newsreel

Panel probes health legacy of Games

A free public event in Brisbane this week will discuss how the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games can provide long-term health benefits for Queenslanders. On Thursday,

New app links uni students to casual work

Three Queensland businessmen have created an app which links university workers with casual work and guarantees a $25 hourly rate to avoid exploitation. Brisbane-based

Social media use may not cause depression

Young people with signs of depression tend to spend a lot of time on social media. But new research suggestions the online activity may not be the causing the

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