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A new article in Nature Food by Dr Kamalesh Adhikari, Professor Brad Sherman, Professor Henrietta Marrie, and colleagues highlights the crucial topic of Indigenous rights to control the use of traditional lands and genetic resources.   Using the example of the Burdekin plum, the research explores access and benefit-sharing schemes that empower Indigenous peoples to protect and benefit from their rich cultural and natural heritage.   Read the full article here > https://lnkd.in/gnaT2sRi

Congratulations to our graduating class of 2024!   We're so proud of your achievements and can't wait to see the meaningful impact you will undoubtedly make in the world. As you step into this next chapter, we encourage you to embrace every opportunity, continue to learn and be proud of how far you've come.   A special congratulations to our newest Valedictorian, Grace Hancock – what an incredible accomplishment! We welcome you all to our alumni community. 🎓

Join us for this year's final seminar of the People, Plants and the Law lecture series on Tuesday 10 December. Professor Uma Suthersanen will deliver a presentation on the introduction of the WIPO Treaty and its ambivalence in regard to patent applications and constructing guidelines for disclosure mechanisms. Professor Suthersanen holds a Chair in Global Intellectual Property Law and was the Director of the Queen Mary Intellectual Property Research Institute, University of London until 2024. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gwBePPeq This series is proudly hosted by the ARC Centre of Excellence for Plant Success in Nature and Agriculture, UQ Law School, and IPBio Intellectual Property and the Biosciences. #biodiversity

Last week, we celebrated the remarkable achievements of our students in mooting and advocacy competitions at the 13th annual David F Jackson Memorial Mooting Dinner. It was a privilege to have Peter Dunning KC (President of The Australian Bar Association) deliver our keynote address for the evening. A huge congratulations to our major award recipients: • David Jackson Trophy for Outstanding Advocacy – Jianing (Jenny) Wang • Bar Association of Queensland Award for Best Oralist in a Moot Competition – Simaima Gordon • Queensland Law Society Award for Best International Moot Team – The International Maritime Law Arbitration Moot Team (Simaima Gordon, Heidi Willis, Asha Varghese and Elijah Larsen – coached by Joshua McKersey and Laura Heit) • University of Queensland Law Alumni Association Award for Best Domestic Moot Team – The Alfed Deakin ICA Moot, Team UQ2 (Grace Terec, Hannah Retief and Emily Johns – coached by Simaima Gordon and Madelize Breet) We extend our gratitude to our award sponsors: the Bar Association of Queensland , Queensland Law Society, and the University of Queensland Law Alumni Association (UQLA). You can view the full photo album here > https://lnkd.in/gkU9whxD

Today, on UNODC's International Day against Transnational Organised Crime, we spotlight the vital research by UQ Law School's Professor Andreas Schloenhardt and Dr Joseph Lelliott.   In their publication, UN Convention against Transnational Organized Crime: A Commentary, co-authored with Associate Professor Francesco Calderoni and Prof. Dr. Bettina Weißer, they provide essential insights into the UN’s global efforts to combat organised crime.   Read more about their work here > https://lnkd.in/gpub-jpZ Earlier this year, Professor Schloenhardt co-hosted a conference in Germany with Prof. Dr. Bettina Weißer, gathering experts worldwide to discuss issues like human trafficking, migrant smuggling, and the future of international criminal law.   Learn about the conference here > https://lnkd.in/gKdytwHw   You can find out more about UQ Law School's contributions to these critical global challenges here > https://lnkd.in/geMPRcCJ #OrganisedCrime #TransnationalLaw #ResearchExcellence

We're so proud to announce that #UQ has been named the #1 university in Australia for the 2nd consecutive year in The Australian Financial Review Best Universities Ranking. Well done to our teaching, student support, and research teams across UQ – this is a testament to all your efforts. 👏

What ethical issues are at play when we discuss lethal autonomous weapons? In the latest ANU National Security College podcast episode, Dr Lauren Sanders joins Dr Zena Assaad and Dr. Danielle Ireland-Piper to discuss weapons regulation, and how artificial intelligence and autonomous systems change the arms landscape. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gdAiJtBz

Join us on 12 November for the upcoming session of People, Plants and the Law Lecture Series.   Professor Rachel Wynberg and Dr Sarah Laird from the University of Cape Town will co-direct a session on rethinking the relationship between conservation and equity, and the biodiversity-based economy.   Find out more and register to attend: https://lnkd.in/g6Z9ScNy

Last night, two talented UQ Law School graduates were recognised with UQ Alumni Awards. These alumni have accomplished outstanding success in their fields and made exemplary contributions to their community! Join us in celebrating their amazing achievements. 🌟 Elisabeth Bowes PSM: Vice-Chancellor’s Alumni Excellence Award for strengthening economic, political and cultural relationships between Australia and the United Kingdom. 🌟 Dr Jillann Farmer: Vice-Chancellor’s Alumni Excellence Award for global leadership in health, alongside many accomplishments as a medical practitioner. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gG_EDfcP The University of Queensland #uqalumni #uqalumniawards

On Tuesday evening we hosted a networking and information event at our UQ Brisbane City location to showcase our Master of Laws postgraduate program. Attendees learned how the UQ LLM can be tailored to suit the needs of the practicing profession and give graduates an edge. Thank you to Head of School Professor Rick Bigwood and Program Director Professor John Swinson, and the passionate academics and practitioners who spoke about their courses: Adjunct Professor John McKenna KC, Adjunct Fellow William Isdale, Kent Blore, Adjunct Fellow Samuel Walpole. A special thank you also to LLM graduate Theresa Shaw for sharing her experience in the program. If you're interested in studying the Master of Laws at UQ, you can learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gSfywENB Applications close 31 January.