Cocaine use in Brisbane and regional Queensland has spiked to the highest levels recorded in 7 years, according to research led by The University of Queensland and The University of South Australia.
University of Queensland researchers have found 107 types of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, also known as PFAS, in more than 1,000 household products.
The University of Queensland is cementing its presence in the rapidly growing biotechnology precinct in Brisbane’s south, announcing that an existing site will become UQ’s fourth campus: UQ Dutton Park.
Dr Richard Bade spoke with 4ZZZ about his study which found more than a dozen new psychoactive substances through an international wastewater surveillance program.
Associate Professor Sarit Kaserzon spoke with AAP about a new research project aiming to understand what chemicals may be present in compostable food containers.
Associate Professor Phong Thai and Dr Ben Tscharke featured in an In Queensland article about Australians’ nicotine consumption increasing during the early stages of the Covid-19 pandemic.