Scientists create Australia's first mRNA vaccine candidate
Major limitation discovered in cellular biology analysis tool
Early embryonic development stage finally mapped in humans
Genetic risk factors identified for spine osteoarthritis
Gut microbiome–autism link flipped on its head
Scientists create Australia's first mRNA vaccine candidate
Victorian scientists and manufacturers have created Australia's first mRNA COVID-19 vaccine candidate — and first ever mRNA drug product.
Aspirin linked with increased risk of heart failure
Aspirin use is associated with a 26% raised risk of heart failure in people with at least one predisposing factor for the condition, according to a new study.
Understanding Omicron severity will take days to weeks: WHO
The new Omicron COVID-19 variant has been declared to be "of concern" by the World Health Organization but understanding the level of severity will take days to...
Prompt antiretroviral therapy reduces HIV patient cancer risk
Despite years of optimal and suppressive antiretroviral therapy, people with HIV are still at increased risk of developing skin and mucosal cancers.
Major limitation discovered in cellular biology analysis tool
The discovery will force the reassessment of a large amount of already-published scientific literature to determine if the reported observations are accurate.
Scientists create Australia's first mRNA vaccine candidate
Victorian scientists and manufacturers have created Australia's first mRNA COVID-19 vaccine candidate — and first ever mRNA drug product.
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Smart bandage enables onsite chronic wound monitoring
The smart wearable sensor can conduct real-time, point-of-care assessment of chronic wounds...
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Outsourcing single-use technologies to accelerate speed to market
To fast-track time to market and gain a competitive edge, pharmaceutical development companies...
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Intestinal drug found to boost memory and cognition
An existing drug — used to treat constipation — may be able to boost our ability to...
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Overeating not the primary cause of obesity, scientists claim
The scientists argue for the 'carbohydrate-insulin model', which explains obesity as a metabolic disorder driven by what we eat, rather...
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Breast cancer ecotypes could guide personalised treatment
Researchers reveal more than 50 distinct cancer, immune and connective cell types and states...
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Maternal voice reduces pain in premmies
The maternal voice reduces signs of pain in premature babies when they undergo life-saving...
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Night shift linked to increased risk of heart problems
People who work night shifts are at increased risk of developing an irregular and often...
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Major limitation discovered in cellular biology analysis tool
The discovery will force the reassessment of a large amount of already-published scientific literature to determine if the reported observations...
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Early embryonic development stage finally mapped in humans
There is currently very little understanding of the crucial gastrulation stage that occurs...
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Gut microbiome–autism link flipped on its head
Diversity in microbe species found in the guts of children with autism may be due to their...
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Alzheimer's spreads differently to how we thought
Researchers have used human data to quantify the speed of different processes that lead to...
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Genetic risk factors identified for spine osteoarthritis
HKU researchers helped identify that the SOX5 gene, which is known to be essential for the development of the intervertebral discs, is implicated...
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Gene variant linked to autism spectrum disorder
Researchers have shown that a deficit in histone methylation could lead to the development of...
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Cas9 alternatives empower next-gen CRISPR applications
Recent CRISPR discoveries include many new cutting enzymes, widening the scope of DNA engineering.
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New genetic form of ALS discovered in children
Researchers have discovered cases of ALS that are linked to variations in the DNA sequence of...
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Innovation in life sciences amid a pandemic
Life sciences organisations that embraced digital transformation were well positioned to adapt to immediate demands while maintaining production of...
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Robot chemist discovers a new catalyst
UK researchers have built an intelligent mobile robot scientist with the ability to work almost...
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Award-winning digital innovations for the health sector
The winning entries in the 2015 national iAwards have brought a range of benefits to a variety of...
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From little grants big labs grow
The Monash Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences has officially opened its new laboratory —...
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