Industry News
Genetic factors contribute to risk of severe COVID-19
One of the 344 studied blood analytes had widespread shared genetic influences with COVID-19, causing an increased risk of severe COVID-19. [ + ]
Risk of cognitive decline following epilepsy surgery
While neuropsychological performance can recover in the long term after epilepsy surgery, on rare occasions, unexpected declines in cognitive performance occur. [ + ]
Non-invasive method to destroy tumours with nanobubbles
The technology makes it possible to inject nanobubbles into the bloodstream, which then congregate around the cancerous tumour. [ + ]
Smart sensor sniffs out target gases
A chemical sensor endowed with artificial intelligence can learn to detect certain gases in the air with high sensitivity and selectivity. [ + ]
CSL Florey awards for malaria, microbiome research
Professor Alan Cowman won the CSL Florey Medal for revealing how malaria parasites infect humans, while the Next Generation Award went to Chloe Yap for debunking the myth that the microbiome causes autism. [ + ]
$352m plasma therapeutics plant coming to Qld
Aegros, which is currently based in Sydney, will establish its global headquarters and a one-million-litre plasma fractionation facility in Springfield's BioPark Australia precinct. [ + ]
Elevate is the latest program for women in STEM. Will it deliver change?
As ATSE announces the first recipients of the Elevate: Boosting women in STEM program, the STEM Equity Evaluation Portal assesses which STEM equity programs are making a difference. [ + ]
Alzheimer's could be diagnosed before symptoms emerge
When both beta-amyloid and tau are present in the brain, it can no longer be considered a risk factor for Alzheimer's, but rather a diagnosis. [ + ]
State of the Climate highlights increased temps, heavy rainfall
The State of the Climate 2022 report shows an increase in extreme heat events, intense heavy rainfall, longer fire seasons and sea level rise across Australia. [ + ]
Syringe to improve sperm selection for infertile couples
Bioengineering researchers have developed a syringe that uses a 3D filter to detect and isolate viable sperm in less than 15 minutes. [ + ]
Call for better reporting of harms in clinical trials
People who design and run clinical trials need to lift their game when it comes to recording and reporting harms, according to Australian researchers. [ + ]
Gene found to be important for embryonic development
Researchers tracked down the gene when they studied two individuals — a man and his niece — with congenital malformations. [ + ]
Leading oceanographer awarded PM's Prize for Science
Professor Trevor McDougall has received the 2022 Prime Minister's Prize for Science for his pioneering work in understanding the ocean's role in regulating climate. [ + ]
Urine could play a key part in biotech systems
A common chemical found in urine can be used to kick-start large-scale production of proteins such as hormones and antibodies used by biotech companies. [ + ]
'Pathogen Analyzer' a cost-effective alternative to PCR
Researchers are developing a COVID-19 test that combines the accuracy of PCR testing with the speed of rapid antigen testing. [ + ]
