In this ACS ES&T Water study, a research team at UQ News shows the potency of microporous polyethylene tube (MPT) samplers as efficient tools for monitoring #PFAS in #WWTPs. Read the full text here 👉 go.acs.org/99y

there have been some amendments to the list of possible topics that we would like to see. The hope is that we will prevent ‘scope creep’ and in doing so, keep a little more control on the numbers of submissions that we receive. Anything that looks out of scope should be rejected

‘I see cocaine in wild shrimp in Suffolk’: meet the scientist who analyses our wastewater theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/a…

Nanoplastics have the ability to cross biological barriers and cause havoc, but they're very hard to detect. #UQ's Dr Cassie Rauert discusses the health risks associated with these tiny plastics via ABC News radio 🎧brnw.ch/21wJI0M UQ Health

#UQ's Dr Ben Tscharke and a team of researchers have used wastewater analysis to assess long-term trends in alcohol consumption based on community socioeconomic status and remoteness. Read the results ➡️ brnw.ch/21wJRpE UQ Health Ben Tscharke

Wastewater drug monitoring finds the wealthy drink more than lower socio-economic counterparts abc.net.au/news/2024-05-2… via ABC Australia

"#AMR is no longer an abstract consideration that threatens to arise in the future—it already has a huge impact on health." New The Lancet series looks at the growing global threat of #AMR. thelancet.com/journals/lance…

A #UQ study assessing the impact of major roads on concentrations of microplastics and plastic related chemicals in household dust, is seeking participants. Find out more: brnw.ch/21wKpgV #Health #Research #Volunteer #QAEHS

I'm going to a grant panel meeting later this week, and this evidence will flow through my brain as I stew over the minutia of many large grants. I tend to agree—short and sweet. Is it a good idea that needs to be done, and is it tractable? link.springer.com/article/10.100…

Great news! We're still accepting late-breaking poster submissions for #IMSC2024 until June 21st. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this prestigious event in Melbourne, Australia. Stay tuned for reminders as the date approaches! Register now at imsc2024melbourne.com

People living in high traffic areas are needed for a #UQ study assessing the impact of major roads on the concentrations of microplastics and plastic related chemicals in household dust. Find out more: brnw.ch/21wKBaw #Health #Research #Volunteer #QAEHS

Research Academic vacancy at QAEHS, UQ – Environmental Analytical Chemistry (Nanoplastics) shorturl.at/ZayPn PM or email me if you want more information.

Exploring the Chemical Space of the Exposome: How Far Have We Gone? | JACS Au pubs.acs.org/doi/full/10.10… Saer Samanipour Leon Barron Denise van Herwerden Antonia Praetorius Jake O'Brien

Only 1 month left until #IMSC2024! Get ready for an incredible event filled with cutting-edge sessions, networking opportunities, and the vibrant energy of Melbourne. The countdown begins now! Learn more at imsc2024melbourne.com #TeamMassSpec

Wastewater tests reveal Australia's use of the opioid oxycodone has almost halved. UQ Health researcher Dr Rory Verhagen says the big drop coincides with packaging and prescription changes. Read more : brnw.ch/21wMzG2

#UQ research shows high-income Australian communities are big users of antimicrobials, like antibiotics and hand sanitisers. While they can help fight bacteria and viruses, overuse may actually reduce their effectiveness. @uqhealth brnw.ch/21wPdZe

#UQ research has found antimicrobial usage is significantly higher in affluent communities in Australia. Samples were collected from 50 wastewater treatment plants in the country, servicing about 11.3 million people. Read more: brnw.ch/21wPdZH #Health #Research

Testing the Waters 8 is coming! whova.com/web/AQfkz6SlRj…

Plastic pollution is one of the most fixable environmental challenges. This #WorldEnvironmentDay2025, we’re proud to support research that helps #BeatPlasticPollution, including the ARC Training Centre for Bioplastics and Biocomposites. Read more about their work:

One for World Environment Day #BeatPlasticPollution