News and events
Countdown on for student satellite space launch in Sweden
It’s a nail-biting week for a team of QUT students who are counting down to their palm-sized satellite being blasted into space aboard Swedish sounding rocket SubOrbital Express-5 after its launch window opens this Thursday at 8.01am AEST.
Seven ARC Linkage projects receive more than $3.6 million funding
QUT is celebrating the success of seven ARC Linkage Projects 2025 Round 2 applications totalling $3,668,784.
Kedron Brook tops the microplastics count - three Brisbane creeks study
A QUT study of microplastics in the sediment of three Brisbane creeks has found that Kedron Brook had the highest load of plastic microparticles, followed by Bulimba and Enoggera creeks.
Antarctica is facing disasters alone, experts warn
Researchers are calling for the creation of a new Antarctic disaster management body, arguing the continent is facing environmental risks that its current governance system is ill prepared for.
Real scientists: QUT partners with Street Science to inspire regional kids
QUT scientist and 2025 Young Australian of the Year Dr Katrina Wruck has a message for regional kids – curiosity about your world can take you anywhere.
Future of Sport Conference brings global insights to Brisbane
Building smart stadiums, the rise of next generation sports, and how data science is helping athletes reach new heights were among the topics to take the field when QUT hosted the inaugural Future of Sport Conference in Brisbane on Friday (March 27).