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Could 'fusion proteins' reduce errors in a promising gene-editing tool?

Gene-editing tool CRISPR-Cas9 is used, among many things, to engineer new cancer immunotherapies. Now, Australian scientists believe they've made it safer.

Life Scientist 08 May, 2026

Cancer research and clinical trials at the core of new centre

The Australian Cancer Research Foundation Centre for Dynamic Immuno-Oncology (CDIO) has been launched by Monash University and The Alfred.

Life Scientist 07 May, 2026

Potential biological targets for vascular dementia

Caused by damage to blood vessels in the brain, there is currently no approved treatment for vascular dementia. Could genetics-led approaches offer pathways?

Life Scientist 01 May, 2026

Ecopha Biotech announces strategic cross-border model

To commercialise its ecopha.bio technology for a Pongamia-based bioeconomy, Australian company Ecopha Biotech has announced an Australia–India strategy.

Life Scientist 01 May, 2026

$96m RNA Research and Manufacturing Facility opens in NSW

The new 4500 sqm RNA Research and Manufacturing Facility within the Macquarie University Innovation Precinct will produce new and existing RNA therapeutics.

Life Scientist 30 April, 2026

Biotechnology
Could 'fusion proteins' reduce errors in a promising gene-editing tool?

Could 'fusion proteins' reduce errors in a promising gene-editing tool?

Gene-editing tool CRISPR-Cas9 is used, among many things, to engineer new cancer immunotherapies. Now, Australian scientists believe they've...

Article 08 May, 2026
Health & Medical
Potential biological targets for vascular dementia

Potential biological targets for vascular dementia

Caused by damage to blood vessels in the brain, there is currently no approved treatment for vascular dementia. Could genetics-led approaches offer...

Article 01 May, 2026
Life Sciences
In the face of change: how Antarctic microbes can survive a 95°C temperature span

In the face of change: how Antarctic microbes can survive a 95°C temperature span

Analysis of microbial soil samples has helped Australian scientists understand the resilience of Antarctica's unique microbial ecosystems to a...

Article 26 March, 2026
Molecular Biology
This AI model judges molecular stability on its own, researchers say

This AI model judges molecular stability on its own, researchers say

Korean researchers have developed an artificial intelligence model that, they say, understands the physical laws governing molecular stability to...

Article 16 April, 2026
Lab Technology
The voice of reason: natural language interfaces to transform lab informatics

The voice of reason: natural language interfaces to transform lab informatics

In everyday life, voice interaction with technology can save time and reduce friction. The same applies in scientific research.

Article 17 November, 2025
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