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• Do you have Migraine and/or Neck Pain?

  By understanding migraine & neck pain, this study will help management of migraine. Participation involves an online questionnaire, and a session of clinical tests. Email: zhiqi.liang@uqconnect.edu.au
• No Migraine and no neck pain? Seeking healthy volunteers

  By understanding migraine & neck pain, this study will help management of migraine. Only 1 session of clinical tests involved, timings flexible. Email: zhiqi.liang@uqconnect.edu.au
• Do you already have a structural brain scan?

  Looking for volunteers aged 18–35 with a structural MRI scan to investigate visual attention through brain stimulation & EEG recording. Duration: 2.5h, reimbursed: $50. Email: claire.bradley@uq.edu.au
• Seeking volunteers aged 18+ for low carbon energy study

  Participate in 1hr group workshop, includes an online survey and discussion about low carbon energy technologies. $50 gift card offered. No expert knowledge needed. Email mc.ferguson@uq.edu.au
• Seeking volunteers aged 55–80 for memory boosting study

  Involves language learning and brain stimulation (tDCS). Must be right handed and native English speaker. Two 90 minute sessions at UQCCR for $50 gift card. Contact Shena Cooke: s.cooke@uq.edu.au
• How is Parenting for You?

  Seeking parents with a child between 2 –12 years old to complete a short survey about parenting and the services available for parents. Click to find out more and participate.
• Your posture and smartphone/tablet use

  This study (conducted over a 7-day period) measures Smartphone/Tablet use and body postures adopted while using these devices. Email a.alzhrani@uq.edu.au or call 0403573376 for participating/more info
• Brain Pathways in Sensory Learning

  Seeking healthy volunteers aged 18–65 for a 2hr session to do a visual task while undergoing a MRI scan; reimbursed $40. If interested click to complete the Screening form. Email r.randeniya@uq.edu
• Exploring differences in brain activity during tDCS

  Get a fMRI brain scan in a non-invasive brain stimulation; reimbursed $100 for two 2hr sessions. Caucasians between 18–35, no current psychiatric or neurological conditions, no braces, & tDCS naive.
• Participants for EEG study needed

  This study involves electroencephalography (EEG) and behavioural tasks investigating brain regions involved in auditory perception. If interested in participating please click and complete the form.
• Health & Wellbeing Pilot – for participants aged 55+

  UQ Wellness, partnered with UQ Healthy Living, are seeking participants for a pilot program: aged 55+ and interested in receiving a 90min inter-professional health and wellness assessment at no cost.
• People with Parkinson's disease

  Helping with Parkinson's; seeking volunteers who are healthy or have Parkinson's disease to assist with a clinical study. Appointment approx 45mins. Email h.woodhouse@uq.edu.au or call 3364 5043.
• Are you a clinician or recent parent?

  Help build a tool to predict childhood obesity. We want YOUR views on predicting childhood obesity in healthcare. Only a 30 minute telephone interview with a UQ researcher. Click & email for more info
• A Gut Feeling

  Researchers at QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute are seeking healthy adults aged 18–50 to participate in a study to understand the relationship between the gut microbiome and the brain.
• Roger & FM hearing aid devices interview study

  $25 gift card offered. Eligibility: 1. Adult with hearing impairment owning Roger/FM device 2. Interact with someone who uses Roger/FM device 3. Hearing care professional working with Roger/FM devices
• Social Cognition Study for 18–35 year olds

  Complete socio-cognitive games during non-invasive brain stimulation (tDCS). $50 reimbursement; 2 sessions (~2h each)@UQCCR Herston. Native English speakers, tDCS naive, click & email to participate.
• Compassion, social rank and body

  The aim of the current study is to identify the links between compassion, social mentality and how individuals feel about their body. Click to learn more and volunteer.
• Parenting and Youth Mental Health Survey

  Seeking parents with teenagers (aged 11–17) to take part in an anonymous survey to explore how family relationships influence teen mental health. Chance to enter prize draw for a $100 gift voucher!
• Shin pain? Get free treatment

  Seeking females with shin pain to participate in clinical trial that involves free physio treatment consisting of foot taping & exercises for hip/foot muscles. Melinda.smith@uq.edu.au OR 3365 1379
• Do you have heel pain?

  Seeking volunteers with heel pain to undergo ultrasound imaging to help understand how foot muscles may contribute to this condition. Also participate in trial involving free physiotherapy treatment.
• Your child's development assessed

  Free assessments of muscle tone, balance, strength, and agility are available for Girls (aged 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12y) and Boys (aged 10, 12y). Click to learn more details or email m.goo@uq.edu.au.

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• Christmas Eats at the Redroom

  There's no better way to wind down the year than a festive lunch at the Redroom. Head to the Redroom for new Christmas items on the Bistro menu.
• IML 2019 Summer Courses – Enrol Now

  Want to study a language over the summer? You can at IML-UQ. We also offer a variety of short courses commencing January 7. Early bird discounts until 10 December! Click to learn more.
• Christmas Lunch Special –$24.50

  Get your co-workers together for an end-of-year or Xmas lunch. Enjoy a roasted turkey breast, 'christmess' dessert & beverage for $24.50*. Reserve your table today! – uqu.com.au/outlet/15/darwins
• Become a My UQU Rewards Member and SAVE!

  UQ staff can become a My UQU Rewards Member to get 10% OFF all purchases at UQU outlets PLUS lots of external discounts, like up to 50% OFF at Mantra & Wyndham Hotels!
• Staff pizza happy hour

  There's nothing better than winding down the week with great pizza and great company. Enjoy $10 on selected pizzas every Friday from 4–7pm. Terms & conditions apply. Contact Pizza Caffe at 3377 2239.

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• Campus Bird Life series takes flight

  In the first of our Campus Bird Life series, we’re introducing you to everyone’s favourite scavenger: the ibis. Read more here.
• UQ Unwrapped

  A number of food outlets have signed up for UQ Unwrapped, a sustainability initiative to reduce the UQ's plastic footprint – and all UQ staff and students are encouraged to get involved.
• Keep our campus beautiful

  It's campus clean-up week! P&F has provided skip bins for large items to help staff de-clutter office space and high-traffic areas. Find the skip bin locations here.
• UQ signs University Campus Sustainability Declaration

  UQ recently signed a new agreement designed to enhance campus sustainability measures for all 21 of its signatory universities. Read more here.
• Banish your plastic bin liners

  Here's a nifty idea to help you live with less plastic: line your bins with newspaper instead of plastic bags. Check out our simple guide to bin origami here.
• St Lucia/Herston Campus Clean-up

  To help maintain the UQ environment, P&F are asking that all staff participate in a general campus de-clutter from 19–23 November. P&F will be providing skip bins for the clean-up. Click for more info
• Refill at Water3

  You can now refill your water bottle (or buy a refillable stainless steel one) at the new Water3 refill station at Mansfield Place Food Precinct – say goodbye to plastic water bottles for good!
• UQ loves2ride!

  Congratulations to everyone who took place in October's Love2Ride cycling initiative – UQ placed third in their category! Well done to all participants, and keep on riding ...
• Pitt Hall race to the Energy Sprint finish

  Congratulations to Gatton's Pitt Hall, winners of the 2018 Green the Team Energy Sprint, and to Thynne Hall, who achieved the biggest energy reduction in 2018 compared with 2017! Read more here.

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• IML 2019 Summer Courses – Enrol Now

  Want to study a language over the summer? You can at IML-UQ. We also offer a variety of short courses commencing January 7. Early bird discounts until 10 December! Click to learn more.
• Practice English classes

  Practice English classes are taught by trainee teachers and supervised by experienced teacher trainers. Receive 38 hours of English language classes for $45*. Click to find out more details.
• Early Career Academic (ECA) Alumni workshop

  The Early Career Academic program is designed for Level A and B academics who wish to learn necessary skills to become a leading academic. This session is held on 22 November. Click to learn more.
• Learn.UQ Basics

  This course is an introduction to Learn.UQ, UQ's eLearning management system, and will familiarise participants with the commonly-used functions. Held on 22 November. Click to learn more.
• Microsoft Excel: Charts

  In this workshop learn how to create, modify and work with a variety of charts in Excel. This workshop will be held on 22 November. Click to learn more.
• Corrupt Conduct & Public Interest Disclosures

  This will be an interactive workshop that will not only provide information on legislative requirements and university process, but will also include scenario based exercises. Click to learn more.
• Ethics Awareness Workshop

  This session is designed to engage managers in conversation on ethical dilemmas and ethical decision making. This session will be held on 22 November. Click to learn more.
• MFSAS: Methods for Social Analysis and Statistics training

  The Institute for Social Science Research (ISSR) offers professional development courses in social analytics and statistics from beginner to advanced levels.
• Manage your project's research data with UQ RDM

  Learn about the UQ Research Data Manager’s features by attending one of the drop-in sessions organised by the UQ Library. No RSVP is required. Click to learn more.

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• UQ Health Care St Lucia open to staff

  The UQ Health Care clinic at St Lucia campus opens to staff on 28 November. The clinic has undergone a period of expansion by increasing consult rooms, offering more doctors and extending its hours.
• Staff travel vaccines now at St Lucia

  The UQ Health Care clinic now offers staff travel vaccines. We stock all vaccines onsite and are Yellow Fever accredited. Check in before you take off. Contact healthservice@uqhealthcare.org.au
• UQ Wellness Fitness Passport Program

  Take advantage of this fantastic opportunity – this program offers UQ staff members (and their families), the flexibility to attend a broad range of fitness facilities for one low price!
• Adult autism spectrum group

  A group exists for adults on the Autism Spectrum to meet in a non-threatening environment. This non-clinical group meets twice a month to discuss issues and find friendships.

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• Summer Mixer: New Shows, New Curators

  Exhibitions curated by Taylor Hall, Brittany-lea Traverso, and Bree Di Mattina Summer Mixer is a suite of exhibitions curated by students that feature works from the collection.
• Pets for Life: adopt your new best friend

  UQ Clinical Studies (UQ Vets) has some very cute dogs and cats who would love to find their fur-ever home with you or someone you know. Visit the Pets for Life website for more information.
• St Lucia parkrun – every Saturday

  Come and join in the St Lucia parkrun, a timed 5km walk or run held every Saturday. Don't want to run? Become a volunteer! Lots of friendly fun to be had. Click to learn more.
• UQ Wellness Fitness Passport Program

  Take advantage of this fantastic opportunity - this program offers UQ staff members (and their families), the flexibility to attend a broad range of fitness facilities for one low price!

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• Mapping Massacres: History, Art, Place

  In association with InASA 2018, a panel featuring Waanyi artist Judy Watson and historian Lyndall Ryan, discussing new and accessible ways to visualize and understand massacres and massacre sites.
• A novel approach to neurodegenerative disorders

  Dementia is the second leading cause of death of Australians. Join us on 6 December as distinguished neuroscientist Baroness Susan Greenfield discusses her approach to neurodegenerative diseases.
• Holiday Introductory to Robotics Workshop

  Join the exciting world of robotics by building and programming robots. Improve your analytical and problem-solving skills through a fun project-based learning activity. Click to learn more.
• In Conversation with Kev Carmody

  Be part of this historic conversation as PVC (Indigenous Engagement), Professor Bronwyn Fredericks, yarns with Kev Carmody about his experiences as a UQ student in the late ’70s and early ’80s.
• Reconciliation Camp

  With UQ's Reconciliation Action Plan, the UQ Community is invited to host a reconciliation campsite – an interactive space to showcase reconciliation or an Indigenous initiative or program.
• Getting Research into Policy and Practice

  UQ's Centre for Policy Futures' Professor Karen Hussey will be joined by a team of experts who will help researchers navigate Australia's policy landscape. For more info email policyfutures@uq.edu.au.
• Brisbane Pain Symposium 2018

  Hosted by the IMB Centre for Pain Research, the first Brisbane-wide whole-day multidisciplinary pain research symposium is being held on Friday 7 December. Registrations close 26 November!
• Practice English classes

  Practice English classes are taught by trainee teachers and supervised by experienced teacher trainers. Receive 38 hours of English language classes for $45*. Click to find out more details.
• Agri-food XXV: Celebrating 25 years of the AFRN (conference)

  Annual conference of the Australasian Agri-food Research Network – Celebrating 25 years of the AFRN: Past, present and future contributions to agri-food studies. Registrations close 31 October.
• CRE in Telehealth forum

  Join us to hear Sean Halloran, Telehealth Services Manager, present The Princess Alexandra Hospital Telehealth Centre – our history, our work and future directions. Click to learn more.
• 2018 Bodies, Devices and Platforms Symposium

  This one-day symposium looks across a range of disciplines to consider the coming together of the body with digital devices and media platforms. Click to learn more.
• The Australasian Agri-food Research Network Conference 2018

  The conference will be a celebration of the rich contributions the network has made to agri-food studies and continue to inform agri-food research, policy, and activism now and into the future.
• N–of–1 workshop

  RECOVER Injury Research Centre and the Centre of Research Excellence in Recovery Following Road Traffic Injuries (CRE) invites you to an exciting skills development workshop. Click to learn more.
• 3rd Australian Biology of Ageing Conference

  Bringing together leading scientists in the field of ageing research with focus on stem cells & their regenerative capacity, this conference covers the latest findings in research. Click to learn more