Research news

Spotlight on USC researcher...

Joanne Macdonald, senior lecturer at the University of the Sunshine Coast and Molecular Engineering researcher, is undertaking a project which hopes to develop a field-implementable diagnostic test to detect and differentiate viruses, such as Hendra virus. Read more

USC Researcher works on DNA at Smithsonian

A USC scientist has returned from the world-renowned Smithsonian Institution in America where she worked on creating a DNA barcoded library for rainforest plants.

Engineering Research to improve road maintenance

Sippy Downs Drive is the focus of ongoing research by University of the Sunshine Coast Engineering students and staff aiming to improve road maintenance and alleviate associated costs.

USC's genetic research is above world standard

The University of the Sunshine Coast’s strong emphasis on genetic research in areas such as aquaculture and forestry has been recognised nationally.