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Genetic risk factors identified for spine osteoarthritis
HKU researchers helped identify that the SOX5 gene, which is known to be essential for the development of the intervertebral discs, is implicated in spine OA. [ + ]
Aus researchers create the world's thinnest X-ray detector
Tin monosulfide (SnS) nanosheets were used to create the thinnest X-ray detector ever recorded, potentially enabling real-time imaging of cellular biology. [ + ]
Gut microbiome–autism link flipped on its head
Diversity in microbe species found in the guts of children with autism may be due to their restricted dietary preferences, rather than the cause of their symptoms. [ + ]
Rapid pathogen detection from a single DNA molecule
Researchers have developed a process for rapidly detecting multidrug-resistant pathogens, where a single molecule of DNA is sufficient for pathogen detection. [ + ]
'Light tweezers' used to trap and move viruses
Light can be manipulated to act as 'tweezers' and can precisely 'move' a single virus to target a particular part of a cell. [ + ]
Smart bandage enables onsite chronic wound monitoring
The smart wearable sensor can conduct real-time, point-of-care assessment of chronic wounds wirelessly via an app. [ + ]
Airborne microplastics directly impact climate change
Scientific consensus on human-caused global warming has evolved over time, with scientists now finding that airborne microplastic pollution is likely to affect climate change. [ + ]
Alzheimer's spreads differently to how we thought
Researchers have used human data to quantify the speed of different processes that lead to Alzheimer's disease. [ + ]
Some incense-burning temples don't meet air quality standards
Concentrations of fine particulate matter from incense burning in and around Hong Kong temples could be at least four times more than the recommended levels. [ + ]
Outsourcing single-use technologies to accelerate speed to market
To fast-track time to market and gain a competitive edge, pharmaceutical development companies are increasingly implementing single-use technologies. [ + ]
Accelerating the discovery of elite antibody candidates
The antibodies defeat various coronavirus variants even at an extremely low dose, and were found in just 10 days. [ + ]
Intestinal drug found to boost memory and cognition
An existing drug — used to treat constipation — may be able to boost our ability to think more clearly. [ + ]
Propelling the digital lab in the revolution of AI
This Q&A article — featuring three industry experts — explores the role of artificial intelligence and machine learning applications in the digital lab. [ + ]
Winners announced for 2021 Australian Museum Eureka Prizes
The prizes honour excellence across the areas of research and innovation, leadership, science engagement and school science. [ + ]
The role of weighing equipment in microbiology
Moisture analysers and analytical and semi-micro balances are important tools for carrying out tasks in microbiology. [ + ]
