Mobile phones are on the verge of becoming powerful tools to collect data on many issues, ranging from global health to the environment.

The long delayed regulation of in vitro diagnostics is on its way, possibly as early as this year. Manufacturers should prepare themselves to face the TGA. [ + ]

A new microscopic technique can reveal molecules with undetectable fluorescence - in colour.

Scientists have used high-throughput DNA sequencing technology to diagnose a genetic disease by completely sequencing all of a patient’s genes.

With no visible sensory markers, plants are able to recognise plants grown from the same mother. Plants exhibit less competitive behaviour towards their siblings than they do towards strangers.

Here are 10 common clinical trial mistakes you should avoid. [ + ]

Melbourne-based biotechnology company Optiscan has developed a dual high-definition, endomicroscopy endoscope using its miniaturised microscope technology.

Media portrayal of the geek is unflattering and not conducive to encouraging students to take secondary and tertiary studies in science and technology fields.

Complete bacteria metabolome highlights protein networks and functions. [ + ]

Enxyme caspase-3 cleaves in unforeseen ways. [ + ]

Australia does not have any legislation in place to regulate how, and by whom, genetic test results can be used.

Two ORNL researchers have demonstrated that free-living microalgae combined with ‘work-around’ strategies can be used as broad-spectrum automated biosensor systems for continuous monitoring of source drinking water.

Applications in diagnosing diease and investigating crimes. [ + ]

Financial year 2009 results are in showing record sales and profits. [ + ]

CompoZr Zinc Finger Nuclease technology enables creation of next-generation rodent research models that can provide new insight into human disease. [ + ]