Griffith Sciences

🦁 Uganda wildlife survey released 🦁 A new survey has found lion numbers are low, while hyenas are faring well across four major protected areas in Uganda. The major study, co-led by Griffith University, Southern University of Science and Technology (China), and Northern Arizona University, is the first comprehensive population estimate of Uganda’s lions, leopards, and spotted hyenas in almost two decades. Griffith University lead researcher Dr Braczkowski said the survey brought together more than 100 participants from 20 different NGOs, lodges, and conservation groups. "The collaborative nature of this work – spanning governments, NGOs, and local communities – is a testament to what’s possible for wildlife conservation," he said. 🔗 Find out more: https://lnkd.in/gkSTAm3v

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Congratulations to Master of Architecture student Mahima Herath, who won third place in the 2024 Humanitarian Innovation Pitch, organised by the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Sydney!   Mahima's research-by-design focused on improving the lives of Syrian refugees in the 70,000-person Zaatari Refugee Camp, in Jordan, by enhancing their access to primary healthcare services within their semi-permanent refugee camp, promoting good health and wellbeing in this highly vulnerable community.   Growing up and studying in Sri Lanka to completing his post-graduate studies in Australia at Griffith University is a journey he credits with informing his approach to 'democratic architecture'.   “People-centric design is my goal,” Mahima said. “This project is about more than just design, it’s about understanding the cultural context and creating spaces that truly serve the people who need them most.”   Mahima completed his Masters of Architecture in 2024 and is now working at renowned Gold Coast firm Burling Brown Architects.   Cecilia Bischeri Griffith Sciences Research at Griffith Griffith International

Big news! 📢 Griffith University's partnership with PsiQuantum will see a new ‘Test and Validation’ lab opened at our Nathan campus. PsiQuantum’s first utility-scale quantum computer in Brisbane will be size of a warehouse and therefore will need to feature state-of-the-art software including circuits and electronics. This brings exciting future opportunities for interns and industry PhD students once the lab opens in early 2025. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/guDtjpjg

🏢 Student site tour Lumina Gold Coast 🏢   Griffith University Construction Management first year students saw first-hand what it is like to work in the construction industry during a site tour last week. The tour included an overview of the Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct, Lumina and a walk-through of 🛠️ RDX Lumina by Northwest Healthcare Properties Australia, a new state-of-the-art innovation and research-focused development currently under construction by Icon anticipated to be complete in mid-2025. The tour gave students insight in developing precincts, the buildings within a precinct, outcomes and challenges. Thank you to our hosts, @Gareth Richardson, Development Manager at Economic Development Queensland, Icon and Northwest Healthcare Properties Australia for this fantastic opportunity! #GriffithUniversity #Construction #SiteTour #Gold Coast

Our talented Griffith engineering and marine science students are collaborating with Sea World to design innovative enrichment games and activities for dolphins. 🐬 These dolphins, unable to return to the wild, benefit from a stimulating environment created under the guidance of our expert lecturers. Watch how our students bring their engineering and marine science skills to life in this unique and rewarding project:

We're thrilled to announce that Griffith Sciences student Zara Campbell has been awarded the prestigious Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship 🌟 Zara shared her excitement: "The Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship presents many opportunities. The support will allow me to focus entirely on my studies and making the most of the extra-curricular activities. I am also now a part of the Ramsay Centre community where I will meet and be supported by many other scholars from diverse fields." Zara will be pursuing a Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering at Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands, majoring in space engineering. "I’ll learn technical skills to enable me to create an impact on the sustainability of space technologies, especially related to space debris," she explained. A special shoutout to Griffith University, particularly Victoria Menzies, for their unwavering support throughout the application process. Zara expressed her gratitude: "Victoria Menzies (Prestigious Scholarships Coach) guided me the whole way and connected me with more people who generously offered their time. Additionally, multiple Griffith staff helped me with interview preparation. This guidance and practice were invaluable." Congratulations, Zara. We can't wait to see the incredible things you'll achieve in the field of aerospace engineering! 🚀

Griffith Sciences PhD candidate Luis Villegas Aguilar is appearing at the Anywhere Festival Brisbane tomorrow night amongst a line-up of PhD candidates who are going to harness the power of comedy to educate attendees about their research – head along for a night of edutainment 🎭🔬

Griffith IT students have taken home the win at the 2024 Westpac Hackathon, outshining competitors from other universities 👏 Congratulations to our winning team members: - Derek Qiu - Maisi Hao - Nathan Watts - Siqi Wu - Wangzhi Xing Their winning project, Gesture recognition and VR banking applications, transforms how we interact with finance. Imagine stepping into a virtual bank where you can chat with an AI assistant, track expenses and even get real-time advice — all while ensuring top-notch security with fraud detection. Congratulations, team.

Congratulations to our incredible PhD candidates who triumphed at the Griffith Sciences 3MT semi-final. We're thrilled to announce the winners who will now advance to the Griffith University 3MT Final in August. Their outstanding presentations have earned them this well-deserved recognition: 🏆 Winner: Jillian Conrad, 'Sea country planning: a pathway to Indigenous equity and justice in Australia's blue economy.' 🥈 Runner-up: Julieta Nazareth Gamboa Cutz, 'How much is "just a little bit"? Nutrients and microorganisms in mangroves.' 🌟 People’s choice: Kristen Clarke, 'Water we waiting for? Navigating greener paths in fingerprint development.' Let's cheer them on as they prepare for the next stage 👏 #3MT