Alloy implants that naturally dissolve after healing
04 June, 2026Australian researchers have been developing biodegradable magnesium-based alloys that more closely match the mechanical properties of human bone.
Partnership eyes up gene-editing approaches to vision loss
03 June, 2026A partnership will build on Australian ophthalmic research into mechanisms that damage nerve cells connecting the retina to the brain, leading to irreversible blindness.
Irregular blood pressure patterns and dementia-associated brain changes
29 May, 2026Hypertension has long been recognised as a risk factor for cognitive decline, yet the impact of blood pressure changes throughout the day has been less understood.
AusBiotech partners with Tenmile
28 May, 2026Designed to support Australia's homegrown life sciences innovation, AusBiotech has announced a strategic partnership with a specialist health technology investor.
Multiple myeloma treatment reprograms patients' own immune cells
21 May, 2026An Australian and Victorian Government funding agreement has allowed eligible Australians with multiple myeloma access to a tailor-made blood cancer treatment.
Australian CDC issues update in wake of Ebola outbreak
21 May, 2026After the WHO determined the outbreak of Ebola in the DRC and Uganda to be a public health emergency of international concern, an update on risk to Australia has been released.
Australia announces $7.2m diphtheria outbreak response package
21 May, 2026To respond to the biggest diphtheria outbreak on record, support has been announced for the NT Government and the Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Sector.
MV Hondius passengers return to Australia under strict infection control measures
14 May, 2026The Australian CDC has provided an update on hantavirus risk to Australians and infection protection and control measures for returning MV Hondius passengers.
Cancer research and clinical trials at the core of new centre
07 May, 2026The Australian Cancer Research Foundation Centre for Dynamic Immuno-Oncology (CDIO) has been launched by Monash University and The Alfred.
Potential biological targets for vascular dementia
01 May, 2026Caused by damage to blood vessels in the brain, there is currently no approved treatment for vascular dementia. Could genetics-led approaches offer pathways?
Alliance seeks to boost regional capacity in clinical trials
23 April, 2026Launched this week, the Barwon Health–Deakin University Clinical Trials Alliance is intended to grow a regionally embedded but globally responsive partnership.
Could this 'virus-tearing' plastic film protect hospital equipment?
22 April, 2026A thin plastic film that tears apart viruses on contact could help protect high-touch hospital equipment from spreading disease, Australian scientists believe.
Flexibility demonstration of an antiviral plastic film (Credit: RMIT University)
22 April, 2026In this video, RMIT University scientists demonstrate the flexibility a thin plastic film that tears apart viruses on contact.
'Smart bandage' heals and monitors simultaneously
17 April, 2026By embedding tiny, multi-functional nanomaterials into hydrogel dressing, this smart bandage promises to both treat and monitor wounds at the same time.
Proposed Australian trial eyes up blood testing for Alzheimer's
10 April, 2026Utilising networks of GPs across three states, a large-scale study intends on combining digital cognitive tests and blood tests for people at risk of Alzheimer's.
