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
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 Phase 3 trial.
Healthy lifestyle linked to better cognition in elderly
A healthier lifestyle is associated with a lower risk of cognitive impairment in adults aged 80 and over, even in cases where a person carries a genetic risk of dementia.
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 of fats called...
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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