The UC Division of Nephrology/Hypertension has used a fluorospectrometer to detect GFR in mice.

Victorian biopharma NeuProtect has added AstraZeneca's venture capital subsidiary, MedImmune Ventures, as a new investor. [ + ]

AusBiotech CEO, Dr Anna Lavelle, has been appointed to the Board of Research Australia, effective from the annual general meeting held recently. [ + ]

The Garvan's Professor David James challenges many assumptions about diabetes, its causes and treatments, including whether obesity is always a bad thing. [ + ]

Immuron (ASX:IMC) has secured a multi-market distribution deal worth up to C$115.5 million ($112.7m) for its debut OTC antibody product, Travelan. [ + ]

The Federal Government is conducting a first-of-its-kind study to gauge the level of privately funded clinical research activity in Australia. [ + ]

Acoustic respiratory monitoring company iSonea (ASX:ISN) will use funds from a $4.3 million capital raising to expedite the search for a distribution partner. [ + ]

A new study has found cultured human embryonic stem cells undergo selection for greater self-renewal, which has implications on stem cell therapies. [ + ]

Start-up Organovo and partner Inventech have won this year's AusIndustry-sponsored Engineering Innovation Award for their 3D bioprinter product. [ + ]

Algal biofuels have been much hyped, but the reality is getting closer every day. Chemical engineer and algal biofuels researcher David Lewis brings algae down to earth. [ + ]

Australia and New Zealand’s bid to host the square kilometre array (SKA) radio telescope took a step forward with the formation of the SKA Organisation.

The Labor Government has responded to three key reports on Australia's patent system, endorsing many reforms affecting biotechnology and gene patents. [ + ]

The Senate Standing Committees on Community Affairs has completed its Inquiry into 'The Regulatory Standards for the Approval of Medical Devices' and tabled its report in the Senate on Tuesday night. [ + ]

Professor of Physics Michelle Simmons was awarded 2011 NSW Scientist of the Year for her work on quantum computers.

Contaminant testing in water can now be performed in a much safer, more efficient and environmentally friendly way.