A mission to discover new planets potentially capable of sustaining life around Earth's nearest neighbouring star system, Alpha Centauri, has been announced. [ + ]

Research to improve bone marrow transplantation and to use computer science to understand how stem cells work has won two Australian scientists $55,000 each. [ + ]

The treatment can make cancerous cells up to 30% more receptive to radiotherapy while simultaneously reducing adverse side effects that limit quality of life. [ + ]

Both moderate and strenuous exercise can alleviate symptoms of anxiety, even when the disorder is chronic. [ + ]

Biotech researchers and entrepreneurs are being encouraged to apply for funding from Australia's first national biotech incubator. [ + ]

The test uses infrared sensors to monitor eye movement and is said to produce accurate results within seconds. [ + ]

The new vaccine targets the hookworm's digestion enzyme (APR 1). When the function of these enzymes is blocked, the parasite starves. [ + ]

The association between insomnia and intracranial aneurysm has not been reported previously. [ + ]

AusBiotech has announced the winners of its Industry Excellence Awards and appointed Geoffrey Kempler as its new Chair. [ + ]

Tiny 'microchromosomes' in birds and reptiles are linked to a spineless, fish-like ancestor that lived 684 million years ago. [ + ]

A prostate cancer urine test can identify men at intermediate risk of aggressive disease, who can safely avoid immediate treatment. [ + ]

Funded through the NHMRC Ideas Grant scheme, the 248 projects will deliver important discoveries to improve the health of Australians. [ + ]

A multicentre longitudinal study has confirmed aberrant changes over time in the brains of people with bipolar disorder. [ + ]

Professor Edward C Holmes played a significant role in the global scientific response to COVID-19. [ + ]

Drugs that target androgen receptors in prostate cancer can be effectively repurposed to inhibit melanoma in men. [ + ]