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Our research is making an impact on the world’s most challenging and complex problems.

New building for plant research

The University of Queensland’s new Plant Futures Facility is fitted with technology to control temperature, light, humidity and CO2, allowing researchers to better predict plant responses to future climates.

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UQ 3MT Final

Eight PhD candidates will present their thesis in 3 minutes in this epic finale. Learn about some of UQ's amazing research and the PhD candidates behind it.
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With world-class facilities and infrastructure, we support our researchers to succeed.
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