What's on
February events
ULTRA Clinical Trial Concept Development Workshop
Friday 13 February
Join experienced UQ ULTRA Research Fellows in biostatistics, implementation science, consumer and community involvement, and qualitative research to develop and refine your concept into a beautifully structured synopsis. At this hands-on workshop, learn how to shape your research idea into a compelling clinical trial proposal. The workshop will be held in the UQCCR Auditorium, Herston campus, from 8:30am to 3:30pm and costs $50 (including lunch). For queries and guidance on the 2-step registration process, please email ultra@uq.edu.au.
2026 Biochemistry Alumni Lecture
Monday 16 February
The 2026 Biochemistry Alumni lecture will be presented by Associate Professor Martin Steinegger, Seoul National University. Associate Professor Steinegger's talk will focus on his group's fast computational methods to explore proteins on a global scale. RSVP by Monday 9 February.
Designing for Everyone: Inclusive Innovation in Sport and Beyond
Thursday 19 February
Join UQ Ventures for Designing for Everyone: Inclusive Innovation in Sport and Beyond. Led by visiting speaker Marie Louise Pollmann Larsen (DTU Skylab), this session explores how Universal Design can improve innovation outcomes in sports-related – and other – contexts. UQ staff are encouraged to attend.
Seminar: ethical research with Indigenous communities
Thursday 19 February
At this seminar, hosted by UQ’s Centre for Communication and Social Change, learn about ethical research methodologies and practices in scholarly and artistic work with Indigenous people. Respectful, thoughtful collaboration with academic and community researchers is essential when working together to address Indigenous community concerns. Both First Nations and non-Indigenous scholar-practitioners will present their experiences of effective, meaningful collaborative research.
UQ-IITD Research Academy Industry Connect Workshop Series
Friday 20 February
Join UQ and the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IITD) for a series of UQ-IITD Research Academy Industry Connect Workshops. Find out more about the Academy, upcoming engagement opportunities, and how this partnership harnesses world-class expertise from both institutions to advance research and innovation to address global challenges. The first workshop – for researchers, PhD students, and industry experts – will be focused on healthcare and biotechnology.
Seminar: An Update on Emerging OPAT Practices
Monday 23 February
Join CRE RESPOND for an in-depth update on emerging practices in outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy (OPAT) and hospital in the home services. This session will explore international insights, innovative nurse-led models, and practical approaches to overcoming drug-stability challenges in OPAT. The session will be chaired by Dr Diane Maresco-Pennisi and feature presentations from Professor Mark Gilchrist, Ms Alison Doherty, and Dr Fekade Sime, highlighting evolving strategies that enhance patient care and service delivery in the OPAT setting.
March events
What's Working? AI Assessment Transformation in Practice
Tuesday 3 March
Join UQ’s Institute for Teaching and Learning Innovation (ITaLI) for a collaborative conversation that will explore how UQ academics are changing their assessment practices in response to AI. Academics will share current examples of assessment transformation in practice and the challenges and opportunities they have encountered along the way.
Reasonable adjustments workshops
Wednesday 4 March and Thursday 5 March
Reasonable adjustments are tailored changes to environments, processes, or supports that enable people with disability to access opportunities and participate on an equal basis with others. They’re essential for equity, access, and dignity. This workshop hosted by the UQ Disability Inclusion Advocacy Network empowers UQ staff to understand their rights and responsibilities, navigate relevant laws and policies, and confidently request or implement adjustments. Whether you have a disability or chronic illness, manage staff, or teach students, you’ll gain practical tools to create more inclusive workplaces and learning environments.
Brisbane Transplant Infectious Diseases Meeting
Saturday 14 March
The Brisbane Transplant Infectious Diseases Meeting brings together local clinicians, scientists, and other healthcare professionals working in the field of infectious diseases, immunology, and transplant medicine. Present on your active research or clinical interests, and form successful research and clinical relationships between healthcare speciality groups and basic science researchers. By shining a light on the clinical challenges related to infectious diseases in transplant patients, the Brisbane Infectious Diseases Meeting provides a platform for cutting-edge translational research and improved patient care.