Industry News
Genome sequence scanning identifies Salmonella
PathoGenetix, a commercial-stage developer of an automated system for rapid bacterial identification, has announced research demonstrating the use of genome sequence scanning (GSS) technology to confirm and identify pathogenic Salmonella strains in enriched spinach samples in less than 5 h. [ + ]
Identifying unsafe stem cells
CSIRO scientists have developed the first safety test for iPS cells. [ + ]
ResMed launches online sleep breathing tool
ResMed (ASX:RMD) has launched a new online - and soon mobile - app to help sleep-disordered breathing patients track their therapy progress and set goals. [ + ]
Manufacturing CRC invites participation
A new Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) for Manufacturing Industry Innovation (MIICRC) invites organisations to participate as industry partners. [ + ]
Sunscreen each day keeps ageing skin at bay
Australian research has found that daily use of broad-spectrum sunscreen slows the ageing process of skin, as well as preventing skin cancer. [ + ]
Immuron to sell Travelan straight to wholesalers
Immuron (ASX:IMC) has dissolved its relationship with ANZ distributor Takeda and will start selling its flagship Travelan product directly to wholesalers in the markets. [ + ]
Blowfly protein key to pesticides and poison antidote
Research into a blowfly protein will not only enable farmers to design more effective pesticides, but it may also pave the way to an antidote for chemical warfare agents such as sarin gas. [ + ]
Qiagen adds biomarkers for personalised healthcare companion diagnostics
Qiagen has announced two agreements adding promising new biomarkers involving glioblastoma, lymphoma and other cancers to the company’s expanding portfolio of potential companion diagnostics. [ + ]
Nanoantennas improve infrared sensing
Engineers at the University of Pennsylvania have used a pattern of nanoantennas to develop a new way of turning infrared light into mechanical action. [ + ]
Extended term for CSIRO Chief Executive
CSIRO Chairman Simon McKeon has announced that Chief Executive Dr Megan Clark has agreed to extend her term with the organisation to the end of 2014. [ + ]
FDA blocks imports of Pharmaxis asthma test
The US FDA has added Pharmaxis’s Aridol to its Import Alert list, preventing the company from shipping units of the asthma test into the market. [ + ]
Funding boost for dementia research
The Queensland Premier has announced significant funding support for dementia research. [ + ]
Biotron to present HIV trial data at IAS 2013
Biotron (ASX:BIT) will present data from its phase IIa trial of BIT225 in HIV at IAS 2013 in Malaysia. [ + ]
Faster, greener pharma manufacturing using microwaves
Microwave radiation could provide a faster, greener way to manufacture drugs. [ + ]
Centre for researching biosecurity risk analysis
The University of Melbourne has been awarded $7.8 million over four years to establish the Centre of Excellence for Biosecurity Risk Analysis (CEBRA). [ + ]
