UQ Research & Innovation Week 2026

Celebrating research excellence

Research at UQ is making a difference in Queensland and around the world. Each year, UQ celebrates its exceptional research, researchers and partnerships with a program of events and award presentations during Research and Innovation Week. 

Research and Innovation Week will be held from 14-18 September 2026 (more information).

The official program, including registration links, will go live on Monday, 10 August, with more details to come.

Meanwhile, RCC can announce its involvement in the following Artificial Intelligence event during Research and Innovation Week (the specific date and time of this event will be announced on Monday, 10 August):

The AI Sandpit

Event summary

Explore AI’s quirks and how they can lead research astray in an interactive showcase, then join us for a panel discussion and Q&A with UQ AI experts. 

Event overview

Step into an interactive showcase where AI’s quirks and blind spots are explored through hands-on demonstrations and playful challenges. From inconsistent outputs to hidden assumptions, various stations reveal how AI can lead research astray. Then, grab some snacks and a drink and join us for a panel discussion and Q&A where UQ researchers and AI experts share how they work with AI, and discuss current UQ initiatives that can help mitigate risks while accelerating impactful research in an ever-changing landscape.