Process shows potential for graphene scale-up
07 August, 2014The future looks bright for the use of graphene in the mass production of biocompatible sensor devices with the development of a new microfabrication process.
Advancing research in plant energy biology
06 August, 2014The launch of the Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence in Plant Energy Biology 2014-2020, will focus on understanding and enhancing plant energy systems to increase crop yields.
Survival in salty alkaline soils
01 August, 2014 by Susan WilliamsonAustralian wattles have evolved the ability to survive and thrive in salty and alkaline soils numerous times, with several species able to tolerate high levels of both.
Ambassador for science
30 July, 2014 by Susan WilliamsonA passionate advocate for science, Professor Lyn Beazley shares some of the exceptional and continuing contributions she has made to Australian science over a career that began with a passion for biology.
New leadership at UTS
29 July, 2014The University of Technology, Sydney, has appointed Professor Attila Brungs as its new Vice-Chancellor.
New fellowship for gender equity in science
25 July, 2014The Judith Whitworth Fellowship for Gender Equality in Science is Australia's first major fellowship designed to help scientists build their careers after taking time off to look after their children.
Unlocking the future
25 July, 2014The 2014 Australian Research Council's (ARC) Future Fellowships will support 150 outstanding mid-career researchers.
A potential new approach to treating AML
24 July, 2014Research has uncovered a potential new approach to treating acute myeloid leukaemia.
Global collaboration in wound healing
24 July, 2014The International Wound Management Research Collaboration has been formed to progress wound research.
Funding scientific research - a national investment, not an expense
23 July, 2014 by Steve WinsladeDr Steve Winslade reflects on the current state of funding for Australian scientific research.
bioCSL distributing transfusion testing tech in ANZ
21 July, 2014 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingCSL subsidiary bioCSL (ASX:CSL) has commenced distribution of Immucor's blood-transfusion compatibility testing technology Capture in Australia and New Zealand.
Stroke in Australia
15 July, 2014The National Stroke Foundation has mapped the impact of stroke across the Australian landscape demonstrating the significant burden of stroke across the country.
How cells adapt to stress
10 July, 2014Cells subjected to too much stress die, but if the stress isn't too extensive they engage an adaptive mechanism that helps them continue living.
The Amazing World of Flyingfish
10 July, 2014Fish can fly and a new book by Steve Howell reveals the strange beauty of these little-known creatures.
Unravelling how local anaesthetics work
09 July, 2014Deciphering how pain-relief drugs such as anaesthetics work on the body may lead to more targeted treatments for pain.
