As it gears up for the launch of its autism diagnostic test panel, US metabolomics company Stemina Biomarker Discovery has announced the appointment of Dr Heiner Dreismann to its board of directors. [ + ]

Austrian researchers have revealed that such an excessive immune response can be modulated by targeted manipulation of sugar metabolism. [ + ]

QIAGEN has announced the implementation of the PAXgene Blood ccfDNA Tube with Clinical Genomics' Colvera colorectal cancer (CRC) recurrence assay, enabling blood to be drawn and stored for several days before testing. [ + ]

Research led by Macquarie University has found that blood vessel 'stiffness', or distensibility, is an important determinant of blood flow, and may play a role in influencing the fate of Australians living with coronary heart disease. [ + ]

Researchers have shown that bacteriophage therapy can be used successfully to treat systemic, multidrug-resistant bacterial infections. [ + ]

A treatment for deadly peanut allergy has been found to show long-lasting effects, providing what is claimed to be the strongest evidence yet that a cure may be possible for peanut allergy. [ + ]

Perth-based research company Linear Clinical Research is using cloud-based technology to record data on its patients and participants involved in a clinical trial. [ + ]

Nine outstanding young researchers from NSW have been recognised with Young Tall Poppy Science Awards as part of the Sydney Science Festival and National Science Week. [ + ]

Murdoch University joined global energy producer Chevron for the official launch of the Harry Butler Institute, set to shape the next generation of leaders in conservation and environmental management. [ + ]

Digital health company Adherium is celebrating a significant milestone, having recently manufactured and sold its 100,000th Smartinhaler. [ + ]

Researchers have developed a way to modify the atomic structure of iron to create a metal that can strip impurities from water in just a few minutes. [ + ]

UK scientists have developed a method to 3D print stem cells to form complex living 3D structures — a breakthrough that could potentially revolutionise regenerative medicine. [ + ]

Scientists have shown how a new approach to genetic analysis could greatly improve diagnostic rates for children with often fatal mitochondrial diseases. [ + ]

According to Spanish and US scientists, stem cells continue to show rhythmic activity during ageing but reprogram their circadian functions. [ + ]

LBT Innovations has been awarded the 2017 SA Science Excellence Award for Excellence in Research Collaboration. [ + ]