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Treating rare skin diseases with transplants
Researchers at Nagoya University have treated the skin diseases epidermolytic ichthyosis (EI) and ichthyosis with confetti (IWC) by transplanting genetically healthy skin to inflamed areas. [ + ]
Scanning electron microscopy suitable for asbestos testing
Scanning electron microscopy offers a less expensive, easier-to-use alternative to transmission electron microscopy and phase contrast microscopy. [ + ]
Govt appoints inaugural Australian Research Council board
The board will be responsible for determining priorities, strategies and policies for the ARC, advising the Minister for Education and approving research grants for many ARC funding schemes. [ + ]
Perinatal depression may raise heart disease risk in women
Women diagnosed with perinatal depression are more likely to develop cardiovascular disease within 20 years compared to women who have given birth without experiencing perinatal depression. [ + ]
NATA signs new five-year MOU with Commonwealth of Australia
The agreement demonstrates a strengthened and ongoing relationship between the Australian Government and the National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA). [ + ]
Childhood flu exposure impacts your immune response later
Researchers have discovered that people develop stronger immune responses to the variants of influenza B they were exposed to during their childhood. [ + ]
Scientists can now detect antibiotics in finger sweat
A fingerprint may soon be all a doctor needs to check whether tuberculosis patients are taking their antibiotics, with scientists detecting the drugs in finger sweat. [ + ]
New therapy could treat hypertension-induced organ damage
Compound17b (Cmpd17b) is a potent therapeutic agent capable of safeguarding against the ravages of high blood pressure on vital organs. [ + ]
Winners announced for the Kavli Prize 2024
The Kavli Prize honours outstanding researchers doing fundamental science that moves the world forward, with three US$1 million prizes awarded in the fields of astrophysics, nanoscience and neuroscience. [ + ]
Molecular atlas can help predict organ transplant success
Sydney researchers have identified molecular biomarkers for transplant rejection that are common to all the major transplanted organs: hearts, lungs, livers and kidneys. [ + ]
Wooden surfaces appear to have antiviral properties
Wood has natural antiviral properties that can reduce the time viruses persist on its surface — and some species of wood are more effective than others. [ + ]
Nanoparticle could help map, treat children's brain cancer
The nanoparticle could be used for delivering small interfering RNA (siRNA) directly to the brain cancer site, slowing tumour growth without causing signs of toxicity. [ + ]
Australian of the Year Georgina Long among new Academy Fellows
The Australian Academy of Science's newest Fellows include an expert in spider venoms, a leader in plant science, an authority on star formation and an oncologist who has changed the way melanoma is treated. [ + ]
Identifying the genetic 'switches' of bone growth
Researchers have located 2700 genome sequences that precisely regulate the genes responsible for bone growth, shedding light on one of the major factors influencing the size of individuals in adulthood. [ + ]
UV disinfection lights can produce pollutants in the air
Air sanitisers that use ultraviolet (UV) light to kill pathogens can also cause unintended chemical reactions in the air, producing pollutants that could be a health risk. [ + ]