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Poor sleep raises blood pressure, alters gut microbiome
US researchers aimed to determine whether a 28-day period of disrupted sleep changed the gut microbiota in rats. [ + ]
AI platform predicts clinical trial outcomes
Opyl has developed software that uses artificial intelligence to predict the probability of a vaccine, drug, diagnostic or medical device succeeding in clinical trials. [ + ]
Liver protein could improve type 2 diabetes treatment
Researchers have found that the SMOC1 protein, which is naturally produced by the liver, can decrease blood glucose levels. [ + ]
Handheld medical imaging device for high-res bedside scanning
A prototype medical imaging device can produce images down to resolutions of 1 to 2 µm — detailed enough to spot the first signs of tumours in specific cells. [ + ]
Preclinical results and a call for volunteers: UQ COVID study
The COVID-19 vaccine trial, which has produced positive indications about its potential effectiveness and manufacturability, is being expanded to an older demographic. [ + ]
Recyclable nano-filter for face masks developed
Korean researchers have developed a nano-filter that maintains excellent filtering efficiency, even after handwashing. [ + ]
Genetic factors linked to alcohol-induced liver disease
An international research team has suggested that the possibility of high-risk drinkers developing alcohol-induced cirrhosis is in part related to genetic factors. [ + ]
Tongue microbes can help diagnose heart failure
A recent study found that the composition, quantity and dominant bacteria of the tongue coating differ between heart failure patients and healthy people. [ + ]
Immune cells 'exhausted' by severe viral infection
Researchers have identified mechanisms leading to the functional deterioration of the immune system in response to severe viral infections, such as HIV or COVID-19. [ + ]
61medical brings Aussie medtech manufacturing onshore
The company has been launched in Queensland to help accelerate the development and commercialisation of Australian-born medical devices for the global market. [ + ]
Your computer can help scientists fight COVID-19
Anyone in the world with a PC, Mac or laptop with an internet connection can help scientists seek chemical compounds that might be effective against COVID-19. [ + ]
Intravacc announces vaccine candidates for RSV, gonorrhoea
Intravacc has published the phase I study results of its vaccine candidate for respiratory syncytial virus — a major cause of lower respiratory tract infections. [ + ]
Inside Australia's first accredited face mask testing facility
Launched by CSIRO and accredited by NATA, the new facility has the capacity to provide a rapid turnaround on surgical face mask testing. [ + ]
New drug treatment reverses asthma symptoms in animal models
The drugs work through a mechanism that is distinct from currently prescribed medicines for asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. [ + ]
CSIRO helps establish new disaster research centre
CSIRO has welcomed the government's announcement of a national disaster research centre, set to focus on natural hazards and disaster risk reduction. [ + ]
