The placebo effect can help cure nausea
Scientists have studied the phenomenon of the placebo effect in the context of nausea, and identified specific proteins that correlate with its favourable impact.
Mitigating climate change: it starts with better ocean data
Climate change is accelerating at an alarming pace — and the impacts are hard to ignore. Let's take a look at some changes to our ocean.
8 myths about mRNA COVID-19 vaccines explained
Dr Thaddeus Stappenbeck dispels fears about the new generation of vaccines and explains that they cannot alter your DNA or give you COVID-19.
New method for fluorescence lifetime microscopy
Japanese scientists have found a way to measure both fluorescence intensity and lifetime.
Scientists forecast a "ghastly" future for the planet
The survival of all species — including ours — is being threatened by loss of biodiversity and accelerating climate change in the coming decades, scientists say.
Bollé Safety Ninka eye shield
Ninka protective eyewear is specifically designed for the healthcare and service industries, for...
Bruker MPA II multipurpose FT-NIR analyser
The MPA II is a powerful tool for developing sophisticated calibration methods for laboratory or...
New method for fluorescence lifetime microscopy
Japanese scientists have found a way to measure both fluorescence intensity and lifetime.
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'Biohybrid' sensor can detect chemical odours
Researchers have combined biological and engineered elements to create a volatile organic...
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Biomarkers used to detect traumatic brain injury on the spot
Researchers are using chemical biomarkers released by the brain immediately after a head injury...
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Virtual triage tech identifies skin cancer in high-risk patients
A new virtual triage service, designed by MoleMap, has identified skin cancer in 12% of high-risk...
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What labs designers need to know about equipment planning
Planning the equipment you'll need ahead of time can deliver enormous savings in lab construction and operational costs.
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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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When and how to specify an ultralow-temperature freezer
Ultralow-temperature freezers are not inexpensive, but the investment is important when the job is to protect contents of high value for long...
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A one-step process for creating self-assembled metamaterials
Researchers have made a breakthrough that could lead to the creation of 'built-to-order'...
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Ultratough pollen grains turned into soft particles
Scientists have found a way to turn ultratough pollen into a soft and flexible material, using a...
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SARS-Cov-2 can survive up to 28 days on surfaces
SARS-CoV-2 can survive for up to 28 days on common surfaces including banknotes, glass —...
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