Novavax's Phase 3 vaccine trial yields promising results
New genetic form of ALS discovered in children
How does the hepatitis C virus evade the immune system?
Hydrogel treats wounds, protects against bacteria
Proteins found to predict future dementia risk
Monash to manufacture mRNA COVID-19 vaccine for Phase 1 trials
Monash University has received $5 million from the Victorian Government to manufacture the first Australian batch of a COVID-19 mRNA vaccine for clinical trials.
Comprehensive 'RNA Atlas' completed
It is claimed to be one of the most comprehensive catalogues of the human transcriptome ever, helping to deepen our understanding of known RNA molecules and discover new RNAs.
ATAGI no longer recommends AstraZeneca vaccine for 50–59s
The updated advice is based on new evidence demonstrating a higher risk for TTS in 50- to 59-year-olds than initially estimated in Australia.
HPV infection may increase risk of preterm birth
A connection can be seen between the human papillomavirus (HPV) and the risk for preterm birth, according to a study published in the journal PLOS Medicine.
Ultrasound energy used to treat high blood pressure
A minimally invasive procedure that targets the nerves near the kidney has been found to significantly reduce blood pressure in hypertension patients.
Novavax's Phase 3 vaccine trial yields promising results
Novavax's COVID-19 vaccine demonstrated 100% protection against moderate and severe disease, with 90.4% efficacy overall, in the PREVENT-19...
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Hydrogel treats wounds, protects against bacteria
A specially designed hydrogel prevents infections in wounds and works against all types of...
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Electrically activated glue used to seal broken blood vessels
A new device offers a way to seal tears and holes in blood vessels, using an electrically...
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Lab-created heart valves grow with the recipient
If confirmed in humans, the new heart valves could prevent the need for repeated valve...
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Maternal exposure to endocrine disruptors affects semen quality
Scientists have established a link between poor semen quality in adult men and their mothers' occupational exposure to endocrine disruptors...
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Pfizer preferred for <50s due to AstraZeneca blood clot risk
The AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine will no longer be the preferred choice for Australians under the...
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Concern about increased malaria mutation, transmission
Researchers point to recent mutations against an antimalarial drug and how the mosquito's...
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Mediterranean diet reduces effects of stress in animal model
Eating a Mediterranean diet may provide a relatively easy way to help lessen the physiological...
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Ultrafast 3D printing of lifelike organ models
The technique is capable of printing organ models 10 to 50 times faster than the industry standard — in minutes instead of hours.
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Researchers create human–monkey chimeric embryos
Scientists have injected human stem cells into primate embryos and were able to grow chimeric...
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Experimental HIV vaccine trialled in humans
Researchers from IAVI and Scripps Research have developed a novel vaccine approach to prevent HIV...
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Tumours can be stripped of their T cell protection
Tumours use a unique mechanism to switch on regulatory T cells to protect themselves from attack...
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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 SPLTC1, a gene responsible for manufacturing a class...
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How does the hepatitis C virus evade the immune system?
Researchers have discovered a novel molecular mechanism by which the hepatitis C virus interferes...
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Proteins found to predict future dementia risk
The development of dementia late in life is associated with abnormal blood levels of dozens of...
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New genetic cause of hearing loss discovered
US researchers have discovered that a gene called GAS2 plays a key role in normal...
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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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