Generating embryos from stem cells
15 January, 2016Scientists at Children's Medical Research Institute have developed a method to generate mouse embryos from stem cells without the need to use live mutant mice.
Hyperactive monocytes key to childhood food allergies?
15 January, 2016 by Adam FloranceA new Australian study has found an immune 'signature' that identifies babies at risk of developing allergies to common foods in their first year.
Vitamin mimic could treat golden staph
12 January, 2016A new class of vitamin-like molecules can be used to treat life-threatening golden staph — a dangerous bacteria that is resistant to many common antibiotics.
Kill switches for synthetic bacteria
23 December, 2015US researchers have developed 'kill switches' that can cause synthetic bacteria to die, making it safer for them to be used outside of a laboratory environment.
Tissue-resident immune cells are ready to fight infection
16 December, 2015Researchers have discovered that tissue-resident memory T cells — specialised immune cells that live in tissues such as the skin and lung — play an important role in protecting against infection.
How to defeat a hijacking parasite
11 December, 2015Researchers have discovered how the parasite Toxoplasma hijacks host cells and stockpiles food so it can lie dormant for decades — possibly changing its host's behaviour in the process.
Gates Foundation funds tapeworm vaccine
10 December, 2015A University of Melbourne research team will use a US$200,000 grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to develop a one-shot vaccine for Taenia solium.
The appendix is not as useless as you thought
01 December, 2015The appendix might not be as redundant as we originally thought, with new research showing a network of immune cells that help the organ play a pivotal role in maintaining the health of the digestive system.
Leading neuroscientist wins 2015 CSL Florey Medal
27 November, 2015Professor Perry Bartlett has been presented with the 2015 CSL Florey Medal for his discoveries in the field of neuroscience, including breaking the scientific dogma that the adult brain can't change and regenerate.
The nose knows best
30 October, 2015Researchers have found that the colour of neuronal cells in the nose can be used to diagnose a rare genetic disorder called MELAS syndrome, which can result in stroke and dementia.
So guppies can count
29 October, 2015Researchers have discovered that the humble guppy may be smarter than other fish, with strongly lateralised brains that give them the ability to count.
Automated plate assessment system exceeds expectations
07 October, 2015Shares in LBT Innovations rose almost 20% as the medical technology company received successful results from a clinical trial of its culture plate analysis technology.
Why does cancer cause weight loss?
21 September, 2015An international research team has uncovered the cause of the muscle-wasting disease cachexia in cancer patients. Their study brings hope to the large number of people who suffer from this wasting condition.
Exploring immunology at the Indo-Australian Biotechnology Conference
18 August, 2015The Westmead Millennium Institute for Medical Research will next month host the 11th annual Indo-Australian Biotechnology Conference, providing an opportunity for Australian medical researchers to forge closer links with their Indian counterparts.
Oxford spin-out sold for US$160 million
13 August, 2015Oxford University spin-out company Oxitec, which is commercialising technology to control disease-carrying insects and pests, has been sold to synthetic biology specialist Intrexon Corporation for US$160 million.
