Industry News
Lead exposure testing failures land Bendigo lab $10K fine
The laboratory pleaded guilty to failing to arrange for biological monitoring of two workers engaged in lead-risk work at the required intervals. [ + ]
Scientists search for cystitis pain 'off switch'
By targeting certain pain receptors in the bladder, Australian scientists believe that the effects of cystitis — an inflammation of the bladder — could be reduced. [ + ]
Australia's first cases of H5 avian influenza confirmed
Positive results for H5 avian influenza (bird flu) have been confirmed in two seabirds found in an isolated area in southern Western Australia. [ + ]
Prostate cancer therapy aims for first-in-human clinical studies in 2027
UniQuest, the commercialisation company of UQ, has entered into an exclusive licence agreement with the Ellison Medical Institute. [ + ]
AI and deep-tech research program receives $400K grant
A program designed to help scientists transform AI and deep-tech research into commercially viable ventures has received a $400,000 LaunchVic grant. [ + ]
Australia–Vietnam collaborative research projects — applications open
Until 20 July, grant applications for projects in recycling and waste management, a sustainable blue economy, and new and renewable technologies are open. [ + ]
Horizon Europe negotiations conclude
Once associated, Australian researchers and entities will be able to access Horizon Europe funding to help tackle the most complex global challenges. [ + ]
Museum specimens support future biodiversity monitoring
An eDNA library has been created using museum specimens and genomic data from fish monitoring across Northern Territory catchments. [ + ]
RMIT announces $30m health and care capability investment
The majority of investment centres on health capabilities at its Bundoora campus, which will become a precinct for education programs, research and industry partnerships. [ + ]
AusBiotech partners with Tenmile
Designed to support Australia's homegrown life sciences innovation, AusBiotech has announced a strategic partnership with a specialist health technology investor. [ + ]
Australian CDC issues update in wake of Ebola outbreak
After the WHO determined the outbreak of Ebola in the DRC and Uganda to be a public health emergency of international concern, an update on risk to Australia has been released. [ + ]
Australia announces $7.2m diphtheria outbreak response package
To respond to the biggest diphtheria outbreak on record, support has been announced for the NT Government and the Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Sector. [ + ]
AI.gov.au launches to help safe and responsible AI use
Providing guidance, tools and resources to help Australian businesses use AI safely, the Australian Government has launched the National AI Centre. [ + ]
AusBiotech responds to Budget 2026–27
The life sciences industry body has responded to measures set out in the Australian Government's Budget 2026–27, welcoming some measures while expressing caution about others. [ + ]
Queensland "clears rape kit DNA backlog"
In Queensland, all inherited sexual assault examination kits have been processed and a backlog of major crime DNA samples reduced by 70%, the government has announced. [ + ]
