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The University of Queensland (UQ) is a public research university located primarily in Brisbane, the capital city of the Australian state of Queensland. Founded in 1909 by the state parliament, UQ is Australia's fifth oldest university, and colloquially known as a sandstone university. UQ is one of Australasia's leading universities and is ranked as one of the most reputable in the world. The University of Queensland is a founding member of online higher education consortium edX, Australia's research-intensive Group of Eight, the international research network McDonnell International Scholars Academy, and the global Universitas 21 network.

UQ discovery paves the way for faster computers, longer-lasting batteries

“University of Queensland scientists have cracked a problem that’s frustrated chemists and physicists for years, potentially leading to a new age of powerful, efficient, and environmentally friendly technologies. Using quantum mechanics, Professor Ben Powell from UQ’s School of …

A 3D approach to protecting biodiversity on the high seas

“A three-dimensional approach to marine conservation could help expand protected ocean areas by up to 30 per cent this decade, according to international researchers. Dr Issac Brito-Morales helped develop the strategy while at The University of Queensland and said it …

UQ research unlocks the technology to produce unbreakable screens

“Cracked phone screens could become a thing of the past thanks to breakthrough research conducted at The University of Queensland. The global team of researchers, led by UQ’s Dr Jingwei Hou, Professor Lianzhou Wang and Professor Vicki Chen, have …

Physicists create time reversed optical waves

“Optics researchers from The University of Queensland and Nokia Bell Labs in the US have developed a new technique to demonstrate the time reversal of optical waves, which could transform the fields of advanced biomedical imaging and telecommunications. Time reversal …

Quantum paradox experiment may lead to more accurate clocks and sensors

“More accurate clocks and sensors may result from a recently proposed experiment, linking an Einstein-devised paradox to quantum mechanics. University of Queensland physicist Dr Magdalena Zych said the international collaboration aimed to test Einstein’s twin paradox using quantum particles …

Physicists mash quantum and gravity and find time, but not as we know it

“A University of Queensland-led international team of researchers say they have discovered “a new kind of quantum time order”. UQ physicist Dr Magdalena Zych said the discovery arose from an experiment the team designed to bring together elements of the …

Top secret: writing with a quantum alphabet

“Secret quantum alphabets could revolutionise how secure communication networks are built and utilised, according to a University of Queensland researcher. UQ PhD candidate and experimental physicist Michael Kewming created his own unique quantum alphabet using the shape of light’s …

Physicists discover family members of Schrödinger’s cat

“It has been said that the internet exists chiefly to show videos of cats interacting with boxes. An international team of researchers led by The University of Queensland has extended cats and boxes into the quantum realm, discovering that Schrödinger …

Snapshot technique helps scientists hear the quantum world

“When scientists examine very small and swift objects they see the laws of physics working wildly differently than in the everyday “normal-sized” world. Observing these counterintuitive happenings in larger objects has always been difficult, but University of Queensland physicists – part …

Unmanned Vehicles to Take Quantum Leap

“Quantum sensors being developed at The University of Queensland could revolutionise navigation and communications in unmanned and autonomous vehicles. UQ researchers are working with the Australian Defence Force (ADF), NASA, Orica Ltd and Brisbane’s Skyborne Technologies to develop the …

Walking robots made more affordable

“Walking robots could soon assist in search and rescue missions or deliver your groceries now that a new system has been developed to bring a more affordable option to the market. University of Queensland’s Associate Professor Pauline Pounds has …

Making light work of quantum computing

“Light may be the missing ingredient in making usable quantum silicon computer chips, according to an international study featuring a University of Queensland researcher. The team has engineered a silicon chip that can guide single particles of light – photons – along …