Industry News
DNA databases should be mandatory: researchers
DNA databases should not be in the hands of the police, and they should contain DNA profiles of all members of the population, according to Prof Bob Williamson, director of the Murdoch Children's Research Institute. [ + ]
BresaGen wins FDA approval for catheter
In a step towards improved application of cell therapies, South Australian company BresaGen has gained US Food and Drug Administration approval to market a catheter designed for the delivery of therapeutics to the brain. [ + ]
What's really in sea water? More than just salt!
Recent studies by scientists at ANSTO, have revealed some startling discoveries about what really constitutes the water in our neighbouring oceans.
[ + ]Chemeq raises $8m
Chemeq has raised $8 million in its latest placement to institutions and other sophisticated investors, bringing the total raised this year to $15.5 million. [ + ]
Skin surface laser patent granted to Norwood
Drug delivery group Norwood Abbey has added another patent to its portfolio, the latest covering laser technology to alter the skin's surface. [ + ]
Cell death key discovered by Monash Institute
Melbourne researchers have uncovered a new genetic player in programmed cell death, offering a fresh target for potential cancer therapies. [ + ]
Euro decision disappoints Stem Cell Sciences
A decision by the European Patent Office (EPO) to revise the controversial 'Edinburgh' patent to exclude embryonic stem cells has disappointed Australian company Stem Cell Sciences. [ + ]
Mayne backs new brain centre
A new Sydney imaging centre is set to improve research opportunities for brain and nervous system specialists. [ + ]
Discovery raises hopes for bone disease sufferers
Monash University researchers have identified two basic mechanisms that control the level of calcium deposition in bones and joints, a finding that could lead to treatments for osteoporosis and some forms of arthritis.
[ + ]IT awards seeking bio-IT involvement
Bio-IT innovators are being encouraged to enter this year's Asia-Pacific Australian Information Communication and Technology (ICT) Awards. [ + ]
EQiTX, Starphama appoint heavy hitters
Born-again oil exploration company EQiTX has added another science heavyweight to its ranks for its latest incarnation as a biotech. [ + ]
Optiscan appoints new chairman
A new chairman with science and manufacturing experience is to head the board of Optiscan. [ + ]
Aventis CropScience becomes Bayer CropScience
Aventis CropScience has officially become Bayer CropScience as a result of last year's acquisition of the CropScience unit by Bayer for around 7.25 billion euros ($AU13.4 billion). [ + ]
Monash researchers in osteoporosis find
An international collaboration including Melbourne researchers has uncovered two reasons for calcium deposits in bones and joints, setting the foundation for new osteoporosis therapies. [ + ]
Gradipore's Texan work nears completion
Sydney bioseparations specialist Gradipore has revealed that the first stage of its collaborative work with Texas A&M University is nearing completion. [ + ]
