Articles
Interoperability is critical: preparing for the next pandemic now
COVID-19 highlighted the lack of interoperability in our health systems. Here's how ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) networks could help prepare for the next pandemic. [ + ]
Five scenarios for the future of Antarctic life
A team of Australian and international researchers have predicted five possible outcomes for how Antarctic life will fare under future conditions. [ + ]
Could this biosensor bypass labs with onsite PFAS detection?
La Trobe University has developed a portable biosensor that may allow rapid, onsite detection of toxic 'forever chemicals' in water. [ + ]
How a tiny worm changed a decade of scientific thinking
A tiny roundworm has helped University of Queensland scientists rethink the way sensory nerve connections remain strong throughout a lifetime. [ + ]
From assistance to agency in biopharma R&D: benefits of next-gen AI-native lab notebooks
The next generation of AI-native lab notebooks has the potential to turn AI into an active collaborator — helping scientists move from "what if" to "let's find out". [ + ]
A scientist, a cooler and a long-haul flight in the fight against MND
Early in January 2026, neuroscientist Dr Rachael Dunlop boarded a flight from Sydney to the US with a precious and unusual item of carry-on luggage. [ + ]
Liquid handling with machine learning — the perfect screening combo?
In December, scientists at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital made public a screening platform that promises a faster way to test drug combinations and doses. [ + ]
What journalists expect from the scientists they speak to
Peer review is often treated as the end of the story, but for journalists it is usually the point where the story becomes possible — here's what they expect. [ + ]
Proteomic approach identifies new blood-clotting disorder
Analysis of lethal antibodies has helped Australian and international researchers identify a new blood-clotting disorder with similarities to 'VITT'. [ + ]
Project PEARL: safety findings of a lab ventilation systems comparison
Could this independent comparison test of lab ventilation systems under real-world stress conditions redefine standards for safety, efficiency and flexibility? [ + ]
Transforming health care through digitisation
Australian health regulations require medical records to be retained for decades, with physical archives susceptible to degradation over time. Without robust digital backups, the loss of such data has the potential to be permanent. [ + ]
Mini lung organoids could help test new treatments
Scientists have developed a simple method for automated the manufacturing of lung organoids — clusters of cells containing the same cell types as full-sized organs. [ + ]
How librarians can help maintain image integrity
By sharing best practice and providing useful resources, librarians can support researchers in proactively improving image integrity and avoiding issues prior to publication. [ + ]
Clogged 'drains' in the brain an early sign of Alzheimer’s
'Drains' in the brain, responsible for clearing toxic waste in the organ, tend to get clogged up in people who show signs of developing Alzheimer's disease. [ + ]
Best practices for safe centrifugation in the laboratory
The majority of all centrifuge accidents are understood to result from user error. These tips from OHAUS will help to ensure safe operation. [ + ]
