Industry News
Acute myeloid leukaemia 'invisible' to the immune system
Acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) can 'switch off' a protein known as MHC class II, causing the leukaemia to become invisible to the immune system. [ + ]
NHMRC announces $375m in Investigator Grants, gender equity scheme
More than $375 million has been awarded to support 225 emerging and established leaders in health and medical research across Australia. [ + ]
Schizophrenia may increase dementia risk
People with psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia are 2.5 times more likely than those without a psychotic disorder to eventually develop dementia, according to a new review. [ + ]
50% of coral reefs may face unsuitable conditions by 2035
While the negative impacts of climate change on coral reefs are well known, this research shows that they are actually worse than anticipated. [ + ]
Programmable shaping of electron beams
A new technique that combines electron microscopy and laser technology enables programmable, arbitrary shaping of electron beams. [ + ]
Finnish study finds men age faster than women
Researchers found that men are biologically older than women, with the observed sex difference partially (but not entirely) explained by men's more frequent smoking and larger body size. [ + ]
Researchers identify key player in cellular response to stress
An enzyme called Fic appears to act like a thermostat that adjusts a cell's response to stressors. [ + ]
CSL Centenary Fellowships to fund malaria, IBD research
Australian scientists Dr Michelle Boyle and Dr Samuel Forster have each been awarded a CSL Centenary Fellowship of $1.25 million over five years. [ + ]
Air pollution could affect trajectory of stroke
Air pollution has previously been associated with an increased risk of stroke, but what about its impact on the trajectory of a stroke once it occurs? [ + ]
Aussie startup plans to grow plants on the moon
The project will be the first step towards the goal of growing plants for future astronauts living on the moon and beyond. [ + ]
Enzyme may explain women's susceptibility to Alzheimer's
Researchers found that the female brain shows higher expression of a certain enzyme compared to males, resulting in greater accumulation of tau protein. [ + ]
Industry leader Katherine Woodthorpe named President of ATSE
Scientist and climate champion Dr Katherine Woodthorpe has been elected President of the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering. [ + ]
Heatwaves linked to weight loss in heart failure patients
The relationship between temperature and weight was very strong, with weight dropping as temperature rose. [ + ]
Brain cancer drug candidate fast-tracked in clinical trials
An experimental drug for advanced solid tumours, including aggressive glioblastoma, has passed the first phase of clinical trials with flying colours. [ + ]
Five-year project to develop next-gen TB vaccines
The Centenary Institute and the University of Sydney have been awarded a $19m contract to develop the next generation of tuberculosis vaccines. [ + ]
