Industry News
Genome analysis on a smartphone
Researchers have created a method to take genome analysis 'offline' by adapting a computer algorithm that can perform accurate analysis — with far less computer memory than current programs. [ + ]
Fear centre of the brain protects against illusions
Impairment of the brain's amygdala makes people more susceptible to deception, allowing illusory perceptions to arise much faster and more pronounced. [ + ]
Thermo Fisher Scientific to acquire Brammer Bio for $1.7bn
Thermo Fisher Scientific has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Brammer Bio, a leader in viral vector manufacturing for gene and cell therapies, for US$1.7 billion in cash. [ + ]
Leukaemia and lupus research to be fast-tracked by GSK
Researchers who have identified potential targets for new medicines for acute myeloid leukaemia and lupus have been named the winners of the 2018 GSK Discovery Fast Track Challenge. [ + ]
Victoria gets a $496m boost for health and medical research
The Australian Government is investing almost half a billion dollars to deliver cancer treatment, hospital infrastructure, mental health services and medical research projects in Victoria. [ + ]
Dormant viruses reactivate during spaceflight
The latest research from NASA has revealed that herpes viruses reactivate in more than half of the crew aboard Space Shuttle and International Space Station missions. [ + ]
Imaging joint cartilage at a molecular level
Australian scientists have reported an advanced imaging technique that allows the condition of joint cartilage to be examined — right down to a molecular level. [ + ]
Vital ingredient for blood vessel formation found
The breakthrough offers a new direction for treating a host of serious conditions — from diabetes to stroke — and explains why other promising treatments have failed. [ + ]
$12m boost for Australian space sector
The Australian Government has announced $6 million towards a Mission Control Centre and $6 million to establish a Space Discovery Centre. [ + ]
Uncovering unknown stages of foetal development
By applying gene analysis to individual cells from early mouse embryos, researchers have discovered previously unknown cellular stages of foetal development from fertilised egg to living being. [ + ]
Blood test could predict kidney transplant rejection
UK researchers have found a way to predict rejection of a kidney transplant before it happens, by monitoring the immune system of transplant patients. [ + ]
Gravity-based earthquake sensors provide earlier warnings
A new earthquake detection method, exploiting tell-tale gravitational signals travelling ahead of tremors, could be used in future to boost early warning systems and perhaps even save lives. [ + ]
3D bioprinter Koligo Therapeutics to list on ASX
Koligo Therapeutics, a regenerative medicine and 3D bioprinting company, will list on the Australian Securities Exchange at the end of March via an initial public offering. [ + ]
Remarkable medical researchers recognised by NHMRC
The National Health and Medical Research Council has once again held its annual Research Excellence Awards, this year honouring 23 outstanding researchers. [ + ]
What does a pregnancy protein have to do with geriatric diseases?
A powerful protein in the blood of pregnant woman could be used to find ways to treat and even prevent a wide range of age-related disorders. [ + ]