Towards a wireless, implantable neural interface
19 July, 2017US researchers have built a lab prototype of a flat microscope, called FlatScope, to provide an alternate path for sight and sound to be delivered directly to the brain. The microscope will sit on the surface of the brain, where it will detect optical signals from neurons in the cortex.
New microchip enables faster DNA separation
02 June, 2017Researchers from The Netherlands have developed a glass microchip for ultrafast separation and purification of DNA fragments.
Nanoscale sensor can penetrate cells
30 March, 2017Researchers at CNBP have developed a nanoscale sensor that can help detect cytokines — molecules that play a critical role in cellular response to infection, inflammation, trauma and disease.
Editing software for DNA
03 March, 2017If you thought Photoshop was the cutting edge when it came to editing software, you ain't seen nothing yet.
BeHEARD Challenge offers grants for rare disease research
23 February, 2017Applications are now open for the 2016–2017 BeHEARD Challenge, which provides technology and financial grants for rare disease research.
Scientex 'Your Blue Science' bioscience products
15 July, 2016Scientex supplies products to scientists who are associated with the pursuit of know-how in all areas of bioscience.
Clever Culture Systems gets a new chairperson
10 June, 2016The co-founder and CEO of laboratory automation company LBT Innovations, Lusia Guthrie, has been appointed chair of Clever Culture Systems (CCS) for a two-year period.
AIMS joins International Federation of Biomedical Laboratory Science
31 May, 2016The Australian Institute of Medical Scientists has been accepted as a member of the International Federation of Biomedical Laboratory Science — a global organisation of national societies working to increase opportunities for the development of medical science laboratory professionals through education and partnership.
Cochlear executive appointed CEO of LBT
10 May, 2016Senior Cochlear executive Brent Barnes has been appointed the new CEO of technology developer LBT Innovations, commencing on 8 August.
Research Infrastructure Fund grants now open
09 February, 2016AIB Labs has opened applications to its Research Infrastructure Fund — a grant program designed to facilitate the establishment and running of research service facilities to serve the needs of the South Australian bioscience research community.
Chief Scientist Ian Chubb bids farewell
22 January, 2016 by Lauren DavisProfessor Ian Chubb has completed his appointment as Australia's seventh Chief Scientist after almost five years in the role.
BloodNet gets its first LIS vendor
30 November, 2015Cirdan will be the first laboratory information system (LIS) vendor to fully interface with BloodNet, Australia's national blood inventory management and supply chain system.
How Testo supports UTS's critical facilities
15 October, 2015 by Testo Pty LtdPhilip Lawrence details how the Testo Saveris data logger assists him in maintaining optimal storage environments.
Cancer research lab opens in Victoria
23 September, 2015The ACRF Breakthrough Technologies Laboratory is a $2.5 million facility which will enable new insights into how cancer develops and how it can be more effectively treated.
Award-winning digital innovations for the health sector
09 September, 2015The winning entries in the 2015 national iAwards have brought a range of benefits to a variety of sectors — with the health sector being no exception.
