Scientific breakthroughs are becoming less of a young man’s game
08 November, 2011A century ago, major scientific breakthroughs in medicine, chemistry and physics were dominated by scientists under 40, many were under 30, and their work was often theoretical rather than experimental. Now, the experimental work of older scientists is more likely to be recognised.
A bright future for Society of Dairy Technology
07 November, 2011
The Society of Dairy Technology's membership is growing rapidly.
Laboratory Managers and Laboratory Design Conferences 2011
04 November, 2011
All people working in laboratory, scientific, technical and facilities management in all areas, including life science, analytical testing, education, research, pathology, food, construction, mining, pharmaceutical and quality control, must attend to update to the latest thinking in laboratory management, network with other laboratory, facility, research, scientific and technical managers and discover new productivity tools at the trade exhibition.
New Commonwealth committee for government research investments
04 November, 2011
Prof Ian Chubb will chair a new Commonwealth committee to guide government research investment.
Final submissions for $100 million global challenge
02 November, 2011
GE is calling for final submissions for its $100 million global ‘healthymagination Challenge’ aimed at accelerating innovation in breast cancer, ahead of the closing date later this month.
Research for a greener and healthier future
01 November, 2011
New treatments for cancer, producing better wine and greater protection of our Great Barrier Reef are some of the benefits that could flow from over 1000 new research projects being supported by the Labor Government.
Sartorius acquires Biohit’s liquid handling business
28 October, 2011
Sartorius concludes agreement to acquire the liquid handling business of Finnish laboratory supplier Biohit.
New CEO for marine science institute
25 October, 2011
John Gunn has been named new CEO of the Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS).
AMS Instrumentation & Calibration appointed Australian distributor for Michell Instruments
25 October, 2011 | Supplied by: AMS Instrumentation & Calibration Pty LtdAMS Instrumentation & Calibration has been appointed exclusive distributor for the Michell Instruments range of analytical instrumentation for Australia. The company manufactures dewpoint transmitters, cooled mirror hygrometers, relative humidity sensors, process moisture analysers, hydrocarbon dewpoint analysers, moisture in liquid analysers and oxygen analysers.
How to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers
23 October, 2011Across Australia and New Zealand and much of the world there is a growing shortage of science, engineering, technology and mathematics graduates. How to inspire students to pursue these subjects in their post-secondary education is challenging educators globally. Microsoft commissioned two surveys with Harris Interactive to try to gain insight about what can better prepare and inspire students to pursue post-secondary education in STEM subjects.
Radiation detection materials industry worth $2.7 billion by 2016
22 October, 2011Industry analyst firm NanoMarkets has released a report on the radiation detection materials market. The report quantifies the market for scintillation, thin-film and semiconductor detection materials used for domestic security, military, medical imaging, nuclear power, science and geophysical applications. Also included is an in-depth assessment of the opportunities for a broad range of materials including sodium iodide, lanthanum bromide, caesium iodide, strontium iodide, cadmium compounds, silicates, halides, oxides, plastics/polymers, GaAs and nanocrystals among others.
UTS institute adds momentum to MRCF
21 October, 2011
A collaborative effort by medical research teams to commercialise new research is gaining momentum with the addition of the ithree institute at the University of Technology, Sydney.
Chief Minister supports what women want
20 October, 2011
The ACT Chief Minister is calling for women to participate in the country's 2011 survey of working women.
NSW showcases biotechnology sector at national conference
18 October, 2011
The NSW life sciences sector will be showcased at AusBiotech 2011 in Adelaide.
UniQuest promotes breast cancer breakthroughs at Ausbiotech
18 October, 2011
UniQuest is promoting three potential new breast cancer treatments at Ausbiotech 2011, taking place at the Adelaide Convention Centre from 16-19 October.
