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2024 Nobel Prize winners announced

11 October, 2024

The 2024 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun, for their discovery of microRNA — a class of tiny RNA molecules that plays a crucial role in gene regulation.


Leading astrophysicist wins 2024 PM's Prize for Science

09 October, 2024

Professor Matthew Bailes received the Prime Minister's Prize for Science for his discovery of fast radio bursts, which is helping to determine how much normal matter exists in the universe.


WA Govt signs MOU to create biomedical hub in Perth

02 October, 2024

The WA Government has signed an MOU with UWA and CSIRO to develop the latter's 10 ha site in Floreat into a biomedical industry hub, as part of a wider biomedical precinct.


The need for quality assurance in histopathology laboratories

01 October, 2024 | Supplied by: Xia & He Publishing Inc.

In histopathology laboratories, where tests are considered the gold standard for diagnosing various diseases, errors can significantly impact patient outcomes.


Avoid adverse regulatory action with comprehensive quality

01 October, 2024 | Supplied by: Medidata Solutions International Asia Pacific Pte Ltd

Attention to detail is par for the course within most modern industries and fields, including scientific research.


MTPConnect set to back startups in heart disease and diabetes

13 September, 2024

MTPConnect will inject some much-needed funding for Australian SMEs to commercialise innovative medical products to better treat cardiovascular disease and diabetes.


Qld launches science strategy to support economic growth

30 August, 2024

The Future Queensland Science Strategy 2024–2029 is set to put the state on a new trajectory to become a global science powerhouse.


Govt expands funding for a diverse STEM workforce

22 August, 2024

As the search begins for Australia's next Superstars of STEM, the federal government has provided details of additional funding for its diversity in STEM measures.


ARC training centre to tackle antimicrobial resistance

20 August, 2024 | Supplied by: MGI Australia Pty. Ltd.

A new Australian Research Council training centre is partnering with industry to tackle the global crisis of antimicrobial-resistant infections, which affect humans, animals and the environment.


New National Science Statement and priorities released

12 August, 2024

The updated science framework will prepare the nation to face future pandemics, adapt to a changing climate and respond to developments in AI and automation.


NSW Govt funds body to reduce animals in medical research

09 August, 2024

The NSW Government-funded Non-Animal Technologies Network (NAT-Net) aims to help reduce and replace animals in medical research.


The politics of health: how elections will impact on life sciences

06 August, 2024 by Ivor Campbell* | Supplied by: Snedden Campbell

With elections this year in the US, the UK and India — all major players in the life sciences industry — what changes and benefits can we expect to see?


Nominations open for new NHMRC-MRFF advisory committees

26 July, 2024

The National Health and Medical Research Council and the Medical Research Future Fund will work more closely together to provide holistic advice on the health and medical research landscape.


Govt funds bird flu fight as H5N1 spreads between mammals

22 July, 2024

The Australian Government is investing nearly $7m to fight the potential incursion of H5 high pathogenicity avian influenza, as research provides evidence of mammal-to-mammal transmission of the H5N1 strain.


Govt appoints inaugural Australian Research Council board

04 July, 2024

The board will be responsible for determining priorities, strategies and policies for the ARC, advising the Minister for Education and approving research grants for many ARC funding schemes.


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