Researchers have uncovered that bats have the unique ability to carry but remain unaffected by lethal diseases. [ + ]

Using a combination of 'smart' polymeric water-based gels and biodegradable plastics, a team of US-based scientists has 3D-printed muscle, bone and cartilage that has survived, matured and developed functional blood vessels when implanted in mice. [ + ]

Global Kinetics Corporation has partnered with the Parkinson's Institute and Clinical Center to provide access to its mobile health technology for monitoring movement disorders. [ + ]

Researchers have discovered how to increase the amount of methane gas emitted by naturally occurring microbes living in coal seams and on food waste. [ + ]

A new biosensor test system, based on magnetic nanoparticles, is designed to accurately measure the concentration of protein molecules in various samples, including opaque solutions or strongly coloured liquids. [ + ]

The secret to the world's thinnest, strongest latex condoms and surgical gloves may lie in the resin from spinifex grass. [ + ]

Researchers have developed an online calculator that can help doctors to quickly and accurately predict liver fibrosis. [ + ]

Royal Philips and Banyan Biomarkers will develop and commercialise a handheld blood test that can be used to detect mild traumatic brain injury (concussion). [ + ]

The Sydney Science Festival, to be held 11–21 August, will this year play host to a very special exhibition. [ + ]

Overcoming the challenges of digitalising and networking biotech production equipment to automate stem cell production. [ + ]

Insight into glacial structure is coming following sonar mapping aimed at improving understanding of the processes involved in the melting of Antarctic ice shelves. [ + ]

Researchers have found a way to enhance smart materials known as electrostrictive polymers to improve their mechanical energy harvesting performance — that is, the ability for electronic devices to pull ambient energy from their surrounding environment and convert it into electrical energy for stored power. [ + ]

A promising new cancer drug, developed by the Cancer Therapeutics CRC (CTx), has been licensed to pharmaceutical company MSD for $730 million. [ + ]

Cynata Therapeutics has received favourable advice from the UK Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency, causing shares in the regenerative medicine company to jump by over 20%. [ + ]

Opting to manage point-of-care testing in an overall framework for diversified testing is an opportunity for progressive laboratories rather than a threat. [ + ]