Industry News
Pancreatic cancer cells' addiction could be their downfall
About half of patient-derived pancreatic cancer cell lines are highly dependent on the protein PRDX4 — which makes it a potential target against the cancer. [ + ]
Plants found to carry bacteria in their cells
Scientists have described how healthy plants appear to carry bacteria in their cells, opening a new avenue of research to improve future plant health and propagation efforts. [ + ]
Nanopatterning at the Melbourne Centre for Nanofabrication
Minister for Education and Youth Alan Tudge has unveiled the latest addition to the ANFF's portfolio of open-access R&D capabilities: the EULITHA PhableR 100. [ + ]
Mapping the genes that control the skeleton
A research team has mapped the unique genetic profile of the skeleton's 'master regulator' cells, outlining the genes that are switched on or off in osteocytes. [ + ]
Copper-treated face masks deactivate SARS-CoV-2
Materials technology company Xefco has developed a groundbreaking antiviral technology that has the ability to destroy viruses and bacteria within minutes. [ + ]
How immune cells communicate across the blood–brain barrier
Scientists have developed a high-tech laser microscopy imaging model, which has given them a rare peek inside blood vessels to watch immune cell behaviour in real time. [ + ]
ESA to build second deep space dish in WA
The European Space Agency will collaborate with the Australian Space Agency on the construction of a deep space antenna at New Norcia, 140 km north of Perth. [ + ]
Imaging technique can detect aortic aneurysms early
Raman microspectroscopy and Raman imaging can identify aneurysm-specific signs in elastic and collagen fibres of the aorta — a breakthrough that could save lives. [ + ]
Mutations can reduce the effect of anti-oestrogen treatment
A small proportion of women who receive anti-oestrogen treatment after breast cancer surgery have worse outcomes, as a result of mutations in the oestrogen receptor gene. [ + ]
How do your genes influence your coffee habits?
Researchers have found causal evidence that our genetics actively regulate the amount of coffee we drink, based on our cardio health. [ + ]
Corals go hungry before they bleach
Long before signs of bleaching appear, prolonged spells of warm water cause heat stress that disrupts the nutrient cycling of the coral and its symbiotic algae. [ + ]
Stress can literally stop immune cells in their tracks
Signals produced by nerves in response to stress can stop immune cells from moving, and thus from effectively fighting pathogens or tumours. [ + ]
2021 Ryman Prize aims to enhance life for older people
The international award is aimed at encouraging the best and brightest thinkers in the world to focus on ways to improve the health of older people. [ + ]
Novel antibiotic tricks bacteria through mimicry
Darobactin, a newly discovered antibiotic compound, kills many antibiotic-resistant pathogens by exploiting a tiny weak spot on their surface. [ + ]
Prostate cancer urine test indicates disease aggression
An experimental new urine test for prostate cancer has the potential to revolutionise how patients with suspected prostate cancer are risk-assessed prior to an invasive biopsy. [ + ]
