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Eye-opening biomarkers for autism and ADHD discovered
Recordings from the retina can identify distinct signals for both ADHD and ASD, providing a potential biomarker for each condition. [ + ]
Nominations open for 2022 GSK Award for Research Excellence
Nominations for one of the most prestigious and longstanding awards available to the Australian medical research community are now open. [ + ]
Recurrent pregnancy loss linked to stroke later in life
Women with a history of miscarriage and stillbirth have a higher risk of stroke in later life, according to new research. [ + ]
Brewing up a renewable source of hydrogen peroxide
Japanese scientists have developed a method of extracting hydrogen peroxide from spent coffee grounds and tea leaf residue. [ + ]
AR tech gives haemophilia patients a glimpse of the future
The Australian-designed technology will enable young people living with haemophilia to view the potentially irreversible impact of disabling joint disease. [ + ]
Many human genomes shaped by 'founder events'
The genomes of many human populations show evidence of so-called founder events, which occur when a small number of initial members start a new population and can lead to low genetic diversity. [ + ]
Newly discovered 'giant' bacterium visible to the naked eye
Thiomargarita magnifica is larger than all other known giant bacteria by ~50-fold, and is thus visible without a microscope. [ + ]
Blood test could spare colon cancer patients from chemo
Researchers collaborated to develop a blood test to identify patients who require chemo after surgery, by measuring levels of circulating tumour DNA (ctDNA). [ + ]
Uterus transplant safe and effective at combating infertility
Transplanting a uterus is an effective and safe method to remedy infertility when a functioning uterus is lacking. [ + ]
Rainforest trees have been dying faster since the '80s
Tropical trees in Australia's rainforests have been dying at double the previous rate since the 1980s, seemingly because of climate impacts. [ + ]
Synthesis method uses alumina as a recyclable catalyst
Researchers have developed a simple, low-cost and comparatively environmentally friendly method of synthesising diphenylmethanol derivatives using alumina. [ + ]
Skiers at elevated risk of skin cancer, dermatologist says
Australia's lack of pollution significantly increases exposure to UV — particularly at altitude — with UV exposure on a ski field up to 30% higher than at sea level. [ + ]
NSW Govt invests in Sydney Biomedical Accelerator and more
Dominic Perrottet has announced a $270.3m boost to biomedical research in the 2022–23 NSW Budget, including $143.3m for the Sydney Biomedical Accelerator. [ + ]
Existing drug may help treat spinal cord injury
Scientists have shown that an existing drug may reduce damage after spinal cord injury (SCI), by blocking the inflammatory response in the spinal cord. [ + ]
TB drug, coffee appear safe in pregnancy
The list of products deemed safe for pregnant women may be getting longer, according to two new studies led by Australian researchers. [ + ]
