Multi-site paediatric trial to test individualised mRNA vaccines
06 March, 2026Scientific lead Professor Brandon Wainwright AM from The University of Queensland's Frazer Institute explains the significance of the PaedNEO-VAX trial.
Portable point-of-care test detects four common STIs in under an hour
04 March, 2026Australian researchers have developed a portable point-of-care test that detects four common sexually transmitted infections at once, in under an hour.
The University of Sydney formalises cervical cancer elimination partnership
17 February, 2026The success of a cervical cancer elimination program has led to the signing of a memorandum of understanding with the Timor-Leste Ministry of Health.
argenx and Monash University partner against autoimmune diseases
06 February, 2026To advance a pioneering molecule for autoimmune diseases, global immunology company argenx has signed a strategic partnership with Monash University.
A scientist, a cooler and a long-haul flight in the fight against MND
02 February, 2026 by Stephen Downes*Early in January 2026, neuroscientist Dr Rachael Dunlop boarded a flight from Sydney to the US with a precious and unusual item of carry-on luggage.
Babies of stressed mothers likely to get their teeth earlier
10 December, 2025Maternal stress during pregnancy can speed up the timing of teeth eruption, which may be an early warning sign of faster biological aging.
Clogged 'drains' in the brain an early sign of Alzheimer’s
26 November, 2025'Drains' in the brain, responsible for clearing toxic waste in the organ, tend to get clogged up in people who show signs of developing Alzheimer's disease.
Common medications linked to adverse breast cancer outcomes
25 November, 2025An international study has found concerning evidence about the impact of a range of common medications on the treatment outcomes for patients with breast cancer.
COVID vax linked to smaller risk of heart problems than infection
14 November, 2025The risk of rare heart complications following COVID-19 vaccination in children was found to be substantially lower than the risk following infection.
No clear link between paracetamol in pregnancy and autism/ADHD
13 November, 2025Existing evidence does not clearly link paracetamol (acetaminophen) use during pregnancy with autism or ADHD in children, according to an in-depth review.
Light at night can increase heart disease risk
12 November, 2025Being exposed to bright light at night can significantly increase your chances of developing serious heart problems, including heart attacks, strokes and heart failure.
Scientists find new driver of ovarian cancer spread
11 November, 2025A cell surface receptor known as F2R could serve as both a diagnostic marker for ovarian cancer and a therapeutic target for treatment.
Targeting 'molecular bodyguards' weakens prostate cancer cells
05 November, 2025Research reveals that two enzymes — PDIA1 and PDIA5 — act as 'molecular bodyguards' for the androgen receptor (AR), a protein that fuels prostate cancer.
Reproductive impacts of PFAS exposure revealed
31 October, 2025New studies have found that PFAS exposure can significantly alter male reproductive health, and PFAS levels in mothers' blood during pregnancy are associated with their children's brain structure and function.
Next-gen therapies could treat high-grade gliomas
21 October, 2025Government funding will enable researchers to test a suite of next-generation therapies they have developed, including drugs designed to overcome the blood–brain barrier.
