Queensland University of Technology

Cosmological Constraints from Full-scale Clustering and Galaxy–Galaxy Lensing with DESI DR1

Abstract We present constraints on cosmic structure growth from the analysis of galaxy clustering and galaxy–galaxy lensing with galaxies from the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI) Data Release 1. Our analysis includes four samples drawn from the Bright Galaxy Survey (B...

Robustifying Approximate Bayesian Computation

Approximate Bayesian computation (ABC) is one of the most popular "likelihood-free" methods. These methods have been applied in a wide range of fields by providing solutions to intractable likelihood problems in which exact Bayesian approaches are either infeasible or computation...

Frequency of plastic occurrence varies across phylogeny but not ecology in seabirds

Seabirds are especially vulnerable to ingesting plastic pollution. However, we have a limited understanding of which traits might increase their risk of plastic ingestion. Here, we use a dataset of seabird plastic occurrence records (93 281 birds from 240 species) to investigate...

Announce, brand, repeat: the illusion of Australian health reform

Health reform announcements can signal progress before improvements in care are demonstrated. Drawing on Baudrillard’s account of sign value, we examine how visible policy achievements can acquire authority independently of clinical benefit. My Health Record illustrates the disti...

Substantial improvement in short-term survivorship in patients receiving robotic arm-assisted medial unicompartmental knee arthroplasty

Aims Robotic arm-assisted unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (R-UKA) has been shown to improve alignment and accuracy of component placement compared with conventional unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (C-UKA). Despite this, there is conflicting evidence for whether this has an...

An in-feed oral glucose test increases post-prandial high molecular weight adiponectin concentration in horses

Abstract Adiponectin is a fat-derived adipocytokine that has been associated with laminitis risk in ponies. Factors that affect sampling timing for measurement of adiponectin concentration have been inadequately investigated. This study aimed to determine the effect of an oral gl...

Ethno‐National and Religious Identifications, Identity Compatibility, and Trust in Leaders: A Two‐Study Investigation in a Politically Fragmented Society

ABSTRACT Social identities, such as ethno‐national and religious identities, can shape group cohesion, trust in leadership, and societal stability in politically fragmented contexts. A key factor influencing these dynamics is identity compatibility—the extent to which individuals...

Artificial intelligence, algorithmic management and the chronopolitics of working time

Digitalisation, artificial intelligence (AI) and algorithmic management are often analysed in relation to productivity, efficiency or job quality. In contrast, this article draws on the lens of chronopolitics, which refers to the power relations through which working time is valu...

Factors associated with oral health behaviours during pregnancy in high-income countries: a systematic literature review

Oral health is a critical component of overall health and well-being, with particular importance during pregnancy due to the bidirectional relationship between oral health and pregnancy outcomes. Despite this increased vulnerability, studies consistently report low uptake of prev...

Cost-Effectiveness of Annual Atrial Fibrillation Screening Compared with Current Opportunistic Screening in Australian Primary Care: A Model-Based Economic Evaluation

Although the guidelines recommend opportunistic screening for adults ≥ 65 years, screening for atrial fibrillation (AF) remains underutilised in Australia. The absence of guidance on how often to screen has resulted in variable practice and missed opportunities for AF detection....

Urban Ecosystem Services for Climate-Resilient Landscapes: Evidence, Trade-Offs, and Multifunctionality in Green Spaces, Urban Forests, and Blue–Green Infrastructure

Cities worldwide face mounting resilience challenges as climatic threats intersect with rapid urbanisation, declining ecosystem services and biodiversity, growing socioeconomic inequality, reduced human–nature integration, and environmental issues such as soil sealing, pollution,...

Balancing training load, rest and musculoskeletal injury risk: a mathematical modelling study in Thoroughbred racehorses

Abstract Musculoskeletal injuries (MSI) in Thoroughbred racehorses are a leading cause of death and premature retirement, and are heavily influenced by training practices. Greater distances of high-speed galloping accumulated during racing campaigns are associated with MSI. Bone...

A longitudinal comparison of shared and private e-scooter crashes, near-miss rates, attributions and characteristics

As e-scooters have become increasingly common in urban areas, safety concerns have grown. However, most safety research does not distinguish between shared and private e-scooter use. Moreover, no studies have examined within-person changes in safety outcomes over time. This study...

Choroidal Melanoma Treated With Ruthenium‐106 Eye Plaque Brachytherapy: Results of an Australian Statewide Service From November 2020 to January 2025

ABSTRACT Introduction Uveal melanoma is a rare but aggressive malignancy, predominantly affecting the choroid. This study is the first retrospective review performed on adult choroidal melanoma patients treated with Ruthenium‐106 plaque brachytherapy in Queensland. Method The stu...

A conical-reflector scintillation device for 3-dimensional measurement of radiotherapy beams: a feasibility study

Abstract This study presents a novel optical dosimetry system designed to support three-dimensional characterisation of radiotherapy beams using a single-camera imaging geometry. The system combines a large-volume cylindrical plastic scintillator with a conical reflector, enablin...

Kinetic Programming of Dynamic Covalent Networks via Isomer-Pure Diels–Alder Kinetics

Abstract The precise control of material properties through molecular-level architecture remains an enormous challenge in materials science. Here, we present a platform for the kinetic programming of covalently cross-linked networks by translating selective cycloreversion kinetic...

Clinical characteristics and semiological pitfalls in patients with focal epilepsy and functional/dissociative seizures: A comparative analysis of correct and incorrect initial diagnoses

OBJECTIVE: Both epilepsy and functional/dissociative seizures (FDS) can present with a wide variety of event manifestations which can appear similar in nature and contribute to misdiagnosis. Whereas many studies have addressed the misdiagnosis of FDS as epilepsy, research into th...

The limits of Antarctic conservation governance

Abstract The Antarctic region exerts a profound influence on the Earth system, making its conservation fundamental to sustaining planetary health and human wellbeing. The Antarctic Treaty System (ATS) holds near-exclusive authority for environmental protection across the region,...

Circular economy-driven bio-digital building adaptation: integrating biodegradable materials with AI-enabled lifecycle tracking

Purpose This study examines how circular economy principles in the built environment can be advanced by integrating biodegradable construction materials with digital lifecycle intelligence. It addresses the persistent challenges of embodied carbon reduction, waste minimisation an...

Intercellular Transfer of CD155 Mediated by Melanoma Extracellular Vesicles Downregulates DNAM-1 Expression on NK Cells

Melanoma is a highly immunogenic cancer, and immunotherapy is the first-line treatment for patients with advanced disease. However, CD155 overexpression in melanoma has been associated with resistance to immunotherapy. Whether CD155 can be transferred from tumour cells via extrac...