Gorilla genome reveals closer connection to humans
08 March, 2012 by Tim DeanPortions of the gorilla genome are closer to humans than we are to chimpanzees, shedding light on the evolution of our species.
$1000 genome might be just around the corner
20 February, 2012 by Tim DeanA new genome sequencing technology demonstrated by Oxford Nanopore could see an entire genome sequenced in under an hour by 2013.
Feature: How next generation sequencing could save the Tasmanian devil
17 February, 2012 by Fiona WylieThe devil facial tumour disease (DFTD) is a rare type of infectious cancer that threatens to rid Australia of one of its most iconic marsupials: the cute (sort of), and feisty (definitely), Tasmanian devil (Sarcophilus harrisii).
Lorne 2012: Modelling microRNAs
15 February, 2012 by Fiona WylieLorne Genome: The humble fruit fly is teaching us how microRNAs seem to be punching above their weight in an ever-growing list of biological functions in health and disease.
Book Review: The Genome Generation
07 February, 2012 by Staff WritersDr Elizabeth Finkel showcases the dramatic changes that have occurred in our understanding of genetics only a decade after the human genome was first sequenced.
Comment: Cloud empowers scientists to accelerate innovation
02 February, 2012 by IDG Online StaffGlobal real-time collaboration and rapid access to vast data resources are spurring scientific innovation and discovery.
Feature: Catching the sequencing bug
04 January, 2012 by Tim DeanDr Tony Papenfuss has shifted his energies from astrophysics to bioinformatics, and is about to tackle the itchy problem of sequencing the scabies genome.
What goes around: cyclotron opens in Sydney
06 December, 2011 by Tim DeanThe National Imaging Facility (NIF) Research Cyclotron was officially opened today, bringing the radioisotope production, radiolabelling and biomedical imagery to life science researchers.
Feature: Probing pathogenic proteins
01 November, 2011 by Graeme O'NeillRecent Ramaciotti Medal for Excellence in Biomedical Research recipient, Professor Michael Parker, is uncovering the structure of key pathogenic proteins employed by a range of nasties with a vision to develop new drugs.
Genome sequence puts roundworm on the ropes
27 October, 2011 by Tim DeanThe newly-published genome sequence of roundworm is hoped to reveal new targets for diagnosis and treatment of this pervasive pernicious parasite.
Structural biology wins big in Ramaciotti Awards
20 October, 2011 by Staff WritersLeading researchers in structural biology have been recognised in the Ramaciotti Awards, with a $1 million grant going to establish a new cryo-electron microscopy centre.
Super antibiotics hidden in the wallaby genome
29 September, 2011 by Tim DeanDeep in the recently published wallaby genome are genes that might yield antibiotics that could combat the growing number of multi-resistant bacteria.
Genomic insights into Aboriginal Australians and first human migrations
23 September, 2011 by Tim DeanTwo new studies have used genomics to show Aboriginal Australians are descendents of the first migration out of Africa around 70,000 years ago.
Senate Committee rejects ban on gene patents
22 September, 2011 by Tim DeanThe Senate Committee tasked with reviewing the bill proposing the ban of patents on genes and biological materials has recommended the Senate not pass the bill.
Achilles heel found in hepatitis C virus
16 September, 2011 by Staff WritersA vaccine and treatment for hepatitis C virus (HCV) are closer with the discovery by Australian researchers of two fatal chinks in the virus’s armour.
