Link between neonatal vitamin D deficiency and schizophrenia confirmed
Link between neonatal vitamin D deficiency and schizophrenia confirmed Newborns with vitamin D deficiency have an increased risk of schizophrenia later in life, a team […]
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Multi-million dollar research project to target adolescent mental health
Multi-million dollar research project to target adolescent mental health University of Queensland researchers have partnered with institutes in Kenya, Indonesia and Vietnam to investigate the […]
UQ efforts see bullying recognised globally as contributor to mental illness
Bullying has been recognised globally as a risk factor for mental illness, thanks to a University of Queensland research team.
Recognising the Value of Australia’s Unpaid Mental Health Carers
UNPAID carers in Australia face a significant economic disadvantage, research reveals, prompting the launch of a campaign to bridge the gap between unpaid care and workforce participation.
UQ Research Week 2018: Dr Fiona Charlson
UQ Research Week 2018: Dr Fiona Charlson Today marks the first day of The University of Queensland’s Research Week. Through numerous events and awards, the […]
Exercising as a teen reduces the risk of depression later in life, study finds
Physical activity in teenagers significantly reduces the likelihood of depression, a study has found. The study, carried out at the Queensland Centre for Mental Health Research, involved examining the physical activity of almost 3500 14-year-olds and then assessing their mental health when they were 21.
Low vitamin D linked to autism behaviours
Low levels of vitamin D during pregnancy and breastfeeding have again been linked to the development of autistic-like behaviours.
International psychiatry award puts QBI researcher among world’s best
Research into brain development and schizophrenia has led to international acclaim for Professor John McGrath AM, recipient of Denmark’s Strömgren Medal.
Research into link between vitamin D and schizophrenia wins medal
Research into brain development and schizophrenia has led to international acclaim for The University of Queensland’s Professor John McGrath, recipient of Denmark’s Strömgren Medal.
Ground-breaking schizophrenia research recognised
The University of Queensland’s Professor John McGrath has won a prestigious international fellowship in the Niels Bohr Professorship Programin Denmark to continue his ground-breaking research into schizophrenia.