Scientists uncover how cancer cells hide from immune system
26 August, 2026By targeting the RNA helicase known as DDX6, scientists could enable the immune system to recognise and attack cancer more effectively.
Vanillin flavouring in vapes may disrupt embryo development
20 August, 2026Vanillin — a common flavouring chemical in e-cigarettes — may disrupt the normal development of embryos in pregnant women who vape, according to a new study.
Heart valve tissues created from stem cells
18 August, 2026The breakthrough should help advance our understanding into how human heart valves develop, mature and become damaged, accelerating regenerative approaches for repairing damaged valves.
1500 Queensland women to help develop ovarian cancer screening test
04 August, 2026Postmenopausal women between the ages of 50 and 74 with intact ovaries, and no prior history of ovarian cancer, are being encouraged to enrol in a UQ study.
Victoria detects H5N1 avian influenza strain
30 July, 2026It follows disease confirmation in seabirds in WA, SA, NSW and Qld and the national decision that "H5 bird flu is no longer technically feasible to eradicate in wildlife".
Bio-inspired robotic bird has stable flight in its sights
10 July, 2026The nankeen kestrel is among the most stable fliers in the avian world. Using motion capture technology, researchers have created a robotic replica.
Robotic bird mimics kestrel movements
10 July, 2026In this video, researchers tracked the movements of kestrels to create a robotic replica of a bird that is among the most stable fliers in the avian world.
Australia's first cases of H5 avian influenza confirmed
25 June, 2026Positive results for H5 avian influenza (bird flu) have been confirmed in two seabirds found in an isolated area in southern Western Australia.
In the face of change: how Antarctic microbes can survive a 95°C temperature span
26 March, 2026Analysis of microbial soil samples has helped Australian scientists understand the resilience of Antarctica's unique microbial ecosystems to a changing climate.
Are discarded peanut shells the affordable and sustainable path to graphene?
13 March, 2026Australian researchers have produced small quantities of high-quality graphene via a new process that uses waste peanut shells.
Who's afraid of killer whales? — white sharks and prolonged absences
04 March, 2026Is killer whale predation the sole driver of white shark long absence? Australian researchers used 12 years of acoustic telemetry and sighting data to find out.
AusBiotech and Proto Axiom partner on investor-focused life sciences programs
26 February, 2026AusBiotech and Proto Axiom have announced a partnership to strengthen national coordination across investor-focused life sciences programs, starting with a competition in March.
Five scenarios for the future of Antarctic life
19 February, 2026A team of Australian and international researchers have predicted five possible outcomes for how Antarctic life will fare under future conditions.
Customised immune cells used to fight brain cancer
09 December, 2025Researchers have developed CAR-T cells — ie, genetically modified immune cells manufactured in the laboratory — that are capable of destroying glioblastoma cells.
PhenoSys qOMR system for objective vision assessment in mice
05 December, 2025PhenoSys introduces the qOMR (quantitative Optomotor Response) system, a fully automated platform for objective and reproducible assessment of visual function in mice.
