Industry News
Two-handed handshake that encourages cell suicide
Researchers have discovered a mechanism that eliminates T cells that pose autoimmune dangers. [ + ]
Australians growing more aware of antibiotic resistance
As part of World Antibiotic Awareness Week (12–18 November 2018), NPS MedicineWise has released new research into antibiotic resistance in Australia. [ + ]
UQ receives funding for chronic pain, Alzheimer's projects
Research projects into chronic pain and Alzheimer's disease have received $125,000 each under the Queensland-Chinese Academy of Science Collaborative Science Fund. [ + ]
Deep knowledge AI system could speed up drug research
Known as Pattern to Knowledge (P2K), the technology uses artificial intelligence to leverage deep knowledge from data instead of relying solely on classical machine learning. [ + ]
Minor protein changes can dramatically impact the immune system
Even minor changes in genetic sequences in HLA molecules can impact dramatically on immune function, according to a study led by Monash BDI. [ + ]
Enzyme found to both hinder and help cancer growth
Researchers have solved a longstanding mystery surrounding the protein complex AMPK, long thought to suppress cancer by slowing cellular metabolism. [ + ]
UNSW to analyse DNA samples from 15,000 aspirin trial patients
UNSW scientists are conducting genetic analysis of DNA samples from ASPREE trial participants. [ + ]
37 new Fellows for Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences
The Fellows were elected in recognition of their outstanding contributions to the health and medical research landscape in Australia. [ + ]
Agribusiness partnership to explore native medicinal plants
A new research and commercial partnership aims to explore the development of a sustainable agribusiness model for traditional medicinal plants growing in northern Australia. [ + ]
Collaboration to accelerate early-stage drug discovery
Biomedical research company BioCurate and pharmaceutical company Novartis have announced they will collaborate on early-stage drug discovery projects. [ + ]
Mutant protein tackles DNA guardian to drive tumour development
WEHI scientists have discovered how tumour development is driven by mutations in the most important gene in preventing cancer, p53. [ + ]
Dinosaur bones and award-winning scientists at ANSTO
The Australian Synchrotron is being used to conduct high-resolution 3D X-ray imaging of the femur of Australia's best known carnivorous dinosaur, Australovenator. [ + ]
Genetic network linked to autism uncovered
Researchers have uncovered a network of more than 200 genes involved in controlling alternative splicing events that are often disrupted in autism spectrum disorder (ASD). [ + ]
Plant peptide shows promise in antifungal trial
Biotechnology company Hexima has announced promising results for its plant defensin peptide, HXP124, in fungal nail infections. [ + ]
Rethink needed on Australia's chlamydia crisis
Australia's most common STI, chlamydia, is unlikely to be eliminated by opportunistic testing in general practice, according to research led by the University of Melbourne. [ + ]
