Research areas

Solar-powered nano-sensors

QUT is working with research partners in Australia and Italy to create a new class of solar-powered nano-sensors capable of detecting pollution and monitoring the environment in remote areas. The technology has the potential to revolutionise current farming and environmental management techniques.

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Bananas for East Africa

After successfully adding Vitamin A to the East African Highland banana, Professor James Dale, director of QUT's Centre for Tropical Crops and Biocommodities, is working to add iron to the species of cooking banana that is the staple food of Ugandans.

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