Industry News
Merged microscope technologies enable better cell imaging
In an effort to create sharper images of rapidly moving processes inside a cell, US scientists have combined two different microscope technologies. [ + ]
Science research gets Budget boost
Multiple funding boosts for science research, including precision medicine and genomics, were announced in the 2018–19 Federal Budget. [ + ]
New science policy set to strengthen national security
The Australian Government has released its new national security science and technology policy agenda, aimed at strengthening Australia's national security. [ + ]
Improved diagnosis for glaucoma, the 'sneak thief of sight'
Researchers have bridged a key knowledge gap in the diagnosis of glaucoma, allowing observable damage to the optic nerve to be accurately linked to vision loss. [ + ]
How do tumour cells survive in poor environments?
Australian and UK researchers have been investigating the ability of tumour cells to survive and grow in spite of poor blood and nutrient flow. [ + ]
SA Water scientists use DNA in Tassie tiger search
SA Water scientists are using DNA to search for shy platypus, and the presumed-extinct thylacine. [ + ]
UNSW and France partner to strengthen scientific innovation
UNSW Vice-Chancellor Professor Ian Jacobs has signed agreements with France's largest government research organisation and the French Space Agency. [ + ]
Survival mechanism of deadly fungus exposed
How do you stop an immune cell from killing you? If you're the deadly fungus Candida albicans, your best bet is to steal the source of your foe's nutrients. [ + ]
Dr Dan Grant appointed as new CEO of MTPConnect
MTPConnect, the MedTech and Pharma Growth Centre, has appointed Dr Dan Grant as new CEO. [ + ]
Human 'gene atlas' created using stem cells
Scientists have devised a novel tool to map the function of all human genes using human embryonic stem cells. [ + ]
Cancer prevention gene the 'odd one out' in its family
A gene called NF-κB1 is critical for the prevention of stomach cancers — which is surprising given that other proteins in its family are known to drive cancer development. [ + ]
Laser vision thanks to flexible films
Ocular lasers, or lasers on the eyes, may now be possible with the development of an ultrathin membrane laser using organic semiconductors. [ + ]
Ancient poo reveals the parasites that plagued our ancestors
Analysing 1000-year-old poo might not sound like the most glamorous job in existence, but it's led to new breakthroughs in our understanding of the ancient world. [ + ]
Funding boost for WA researchers
The Western Australian Health Translation Network (WAHTN) has received a $6.1 million funding boost. [ + ]
Leadership changes at AusBiotech
AusBiotech CEO Glenn Cross has decided to retire from his position after 13 years' service and two years heading the organisation. [ + ]