Industry News
BioAgilytix to purchase Australia's 360biolabs
BioAgilytix Labs describes 360biolabs as the most comprehensive contract research organisation in Australia. [ + ]
Foetal membranes can repair themselves after injury
Until now it was unclear if small holes in the membranes were able to heal themselves. [ + ]
Diabetes drugs may reduce Alzheimer's risk
People taking certain drugs to lower blood sugar for type 2 diabetes had less amyloid in the brain when compared to people not taking the drugs. [ + ]
$39.8m in govt funding to support women in STEM
The Office for Women is providing $39.8 million over three years to 60 organisations as part of the Women's Leadership and Development Program. [ + ]
Smart nanoparticles fight fungal infections
Newly engineered nanoparticles have demonstrated a remarkable ability to battle one of the most invasive and notoriously resistant fungal infections. [ + ]
July was officially Earth's hottest month on record
July is typically the world's warmest month of the year, but July 2021 outdid itself as the hottest July and month ever recorded. [ + ]
Radio waves improve survival in liver cancer patients
A targeted therapy using non-thermal radio waves is safe to use in the treatment of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), the most common type of liver cancer. [ + ]
AI helps identify new biomarkers for breast cancer
Scientists used artificial intelligence (AI) to identify new biomarkers for breast cancer that can predict whether the cancer will return after treatment. [ + ]
Tiny gel drops culture cells for regenerative medicine
Micrometre-sized gel drops can provide the extracellular architecture needed for cells to grow and proliferate. [ + ]
Breath test helps tailor precise treatments for epilepsy
The new technology provides doctors with a non-invasive test that gives them immediate clues as to how well the course of therapy is going. [ + ]
Licence agreement for nasal spray drug delivery platform
A nasal spray technology that enables the delivery of psychedelic and non-psychedelic drugs to treat mental health disorders will enter development for clinical use. [ + ]
In science we trust, Australians say
Australians strongly trust science and scientists, think science strengthens the country, and want more investment in science to speed our post-pandemic recovery. [ + ]
Vitamin K lowers risk of cardiovascular disease
People who eat a diet rich in vitamin K have up to a 34% lower risk of atherosclerosis-related cardiovascular disease. [ + ]
Craft beer more unique than mass-produced, study confirms
Researchers used a technique called mass spectrometry proteomics to identify, quantify and characterise the proteins in 23 different styles and brands of beer. [ + ]
TGA approves Moderna vaccine in Aus adults
The TGA has granted provisional approval to Moderna Australia for its COVID-19 vaccine, Spikevax (elasomeran). [ + ]
