Research news archive
Research result amazes
A national investigator-initiated clinical trial has found a new treatment for uncontrolled asthma.
New research centre at TPCH targets early detection of lung cancer
The Prince Charles Hospital will be the centre of a major new research effort focussing on earlier detection of lung cancer, Australia’s deadliest cancer.
Record injection of funds for chronic disease research
Fifty research projects tackling Australia’s most prevalent chronic illnesses will benefit from a $2.9 million injection of funds from The Prince Charles Hospital Foundation.
New report reveals truth of trauma impact on Queensland hospitals
A recently released report by Metro North Hospital and Health Service (MNHHS) researcher Associate Professor Kirsten Vallmuur shows falls from playground equipment is one of the leading causes of injury hospitalisation for children while physical violence was the top cause of injury hospitalisation for young adults.
World-leading Brisbane researchers recognised
An international expert in intensive care and antibiotics has taken out the top honour at the Metro North Hospital and Health Service 2017 Research Excellence Awards.
Research Strategy launched
Metro North has launched our first comprehensive Research Strategy 2017-2022 to help us better support research.
RANZCP honours Michael Breakspear
The accolades keep coming for Professor Michael Breakspear who has received the Royal Australian & New Zealand College of Psychiatrists Senior Research Award for his significant contribution to psychiatric research.
Improving hospital care for older patients
Leading researcher and physician Alison Mudge will share research and experience in improving outcomes for hospitalised elders at an international gerontology conference in July in San Francisco.
$20m grant funds research to eradicate diseases
RBWH infectious diseases expert Professor James McCarthy and his collaborators – including three research groups from QIMR Berghofer – will receive more than $20 million over the next five years for research into malaria, Group A Streptococcus and parasitic worm infections.
Grants boost emergency medicine research
Five Metro North emergency medicine research teams have been awarded EMF grants to further their the ground-breaking studies.
Research fellowship for one of our brightest young minds
One of Metro North’s brightest junior doctors has been awarded a fellowships to undertake ground-breaking medical research.
Metro North Australia Day Awards
Metro North has awarded 10 Australia Day awards for excellence today.
Alliance brings dental benefits to Queenslanders
More Queenslanders will now receive free public dental care through an Alliance between Metro North Hospital and Health Service (MNHHS) and The University of Queensland.
Exciting year for mental health researchers
Metro North Mental Health’s third annual Research Review summarises the impressive research-related achievements of researchers and clinicians during 2015.
Herston Biofabrication Institute to revolutionise modern medicine
Australia’s first biofabrication research institute will open on the world-class Herston Health Precinct next year.
Improving survival for patients with acute leukaemia
Ground-breaking research with the potential to change the lives of leukaemia patients has been boosted with a $1.25million fellowship to leading haematologist Steven Lane of the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital.
Good oral health important for mental wellbeing
Dental students from the University of Queensland are helping promote good oral health among patients accessing Metro North Mental Health (MNMH) services.
Annual Report
The Metro North Hospital and Health Service Annual Report 2015-2016 provides an overview of the health service's financial and non-financial performance and key achievements.
TPCH speech pathologist awarded 3MT champion
A speech pathologist from The Prince Charles Hospital, whose research has revolutionised the practice, has won the prestigious University of Queensland’s Three Minute Thesis (UQ3MT) competition.
Researchers climb Mt Kilimanjaro to unlock altitude sickness
Professor Norman Morris, who works at both TPCH and Griffith University, and fellow TPCH physiotherapist Helen Seale, embarked on a research study in August, which involved trekking the highest mountain in Africa.
RBWH researcher shines on global stage
At only 33 years old, Dr Kate Markey is blazing a trail for junior researchers. Completing the combined MBBS/PhD at the University of Queensland and QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute while also achieving international recognition and funding, Kate credits her research for creating her career opportunities.
RBWH on the frontline in the war against superbugs
The Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital has joined an international effort to slow the emergence of superbugs.
Breakthrough research to save lives
Our incredible cardiac team at The Prince Charles Hospital have done it again! Another breakthrough for patients with heart failure.
Saliva swab could revolutionise medical testing for millions
A QUT study into saliva as an early detection tool for various cancers and heart failure was featured on Channel 7 News, with comments from RBWH Radiation Oncologist Dr Liz Kenny and Director of Cardiology Dr John Atherton.
Junior Research Fellowships open
Health and Medical Research Unit, Department of Health Queensland, is pleased to announce that Junior Doctor Research Fellowships are now open to Queensland junior doctors to build their research skills.