Dr Karl wins UN prize for science communication
Smartphone device detects harmful algae in 15 min
Light-activated cells produce insulin for diabetics
Three new methods for early cancer detection
New strain of HIV discovered
Dr Karl wins UN prize for science communication
Dr Karl Kruszelnicki has become the first ever Australian to receive the UNESCO Kalinga Prize for the Popularisation of Science.
Smartphone device detects harmful algae in 15 min
Engineers have developed a highly sensitive system that uses a smartphone to rapidly detect the presence of toxin-producing algae in water within 15 minutes.
Light-activated cells produce insulin for diabetics
Researchers transplanted engineered pancreatic beta cells into diabetic mice, then caused the cells to produce two to three times the typical level of insulin by exposing...
Three new methods for early cancer detection
The UK's National Cancer Research Institute has announced several promising new methods for detecting cancer early, as detailed at the 2019 NCRI Cancer Conference.
New strain of HIV discovered
Scientists have confirmed a new subtype of HIV, called HIV-1 group M subtype L — the first new subtype of 'group M' HIV virus to be identified since 2000.
Logos Biosystems X-CLARITY tissue clearing system
The X-CLARITY is an all-in-one system with ready-to-use reagents for simple, rapid and...
Equitec ULT freezers
The Equitec range of ULT freezers features an innovative dual-independent compressor system,...
MP Biomedicals Myco-Sniff-Valid Mycoplasma PCR Detection Kit
The Myco-Sniff-Valid Mycoplasma PCR Detection Kit has been demonstrated to be a sensitive,...
Teledyne Photometrics Kinetix ultrafast 10 MP, 400 fps sCMOS camera
The Kinetix back-illuminated sCMOS camera from Teledyne Photometrics combines 95% quantum...
ACEA Biosciences xCELLigence RTCA eSight
The xCELLigence RTCA eSight is a versatile system that combines the power of ACEA...
Nikon Eclipse Ci upright microscope
The Eclipse Ci upright microscope offers simultaneous, motorised switching of objective lens,...
BioClean-D Coverall with Hood
The BioClean-D Coverall with Hood is a disposable garment featuring a front zip with protective...
Liebherr 554-litre Spark-free Laboratory Refrigerator
The 554-litre Spark-free Laboratory Refrigerator is factory set to +5°C and designed for...
Airborne chemicals can now be instantly identified
Scientists have developed a portable device that can identify a wide range of airborne gases and chemicals instantly. It could thus assist in the...
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Improved analysis of reaction kinetics
A simple benchtop device for measuring the kinetics of gas-producing reactions provides accurate...
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Portable brain scanner used to identify stroke
The ability to perform a brain scan on stroke patients at almost any location could soon become a...
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Determining the structure of complex molecules in medicines
Spectroscopy based on vibrational circular dichroism (VCD) can significantly improve the...
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Top 6 laboratory design trends
Westlab, a manufacturer of laboratory equipment and consumables, outlines recent industry trends that are changing the face of the modern lab.
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State-of-the-art 'Tech Lab' opens at UTS
UTS has formally opened its latest state-of-the-art research facility, known as Tech Lab —...
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Lockheed Martin to open Melbourne R&D centre
Lockheed Martin has announced that it will be investing $13 million over the next three years in...
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Melbourne's Bio21 Institute is expanding
Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has announced the imminent expansion of The University of...
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Smartphone device detects harmful algae in 15 min
Engineers have developed a highly sensitive system that uses a smartphone to rapidly detect the presence of toxin-producing algae in water within...
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ANFF partners with NASA to monitor health in space
The Australian National Fabrication Facility has partnered with NASA in a project to develop...
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Colour-changing 'chameleon skin' powered by nanomachines
The artificial 'chameleon skin' changes colour when exposed to light and could be used in...
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Reprogrammable material gets the green light
Researchers have designed a novel, dynamic, reprogrammable material with a polymer structure that...
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