University of Queensland
Researchers from The University of Queensland have received more than $10.2 million through 6 (MRFF) schemes to address gaps in health and medical research.
The 9 UQ projects include research to improve physical activity in people living with a stoma, support patients and carers transitioning home after a brain injury, and reduce vaping among adolescents.
MRFF 2023 Clinician Researchers: Applied Research in Health
- will lead research to advance understanding of the effectiveness of a healthy lifestyle and resilience program to improve outcomes for patients with new-onset rheumatoid arthritis.
MRFF 2023 Early to Mid-Career Researchers
- will lead a study to improve metabolic spatial analysis of lung cancer.
MRFF 2023 International Clinical Trial Collaborations (Round 1)
- Dr Elissa Milford will lead a randomised trial to define the platelet count at which critically ill patients should receive a platelet transfusion prior to an invasive procedure.
MRFF 2023 Chronic Respiratory Conditions
- will lead research to develop nanoparticle gene therapy for cystic fibrosis patients.
MRFF 2023 Consumer-Led Research
- will lead the co-creation of virtual environments with patients to enhance self-awareness and preparedness for home after brain injury treatment.
- will lead a consumer-led physical activity study to improve understanding of physical exercise when living with a stoma.
- will collaborate with families on the development of a Cerebral Palsy Knowledge, Advocacy Skills, and Support program to improve patient outcomes through the NDIS.
2023 Maternal Health and Healthy Lifestyle
- will lead the development of an AI-powered social media campaign to help reduce youth vaping.
- will lead the development of a social media targeted approach to reducing alcohol and drug use in adolescent university students.
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