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PPE: the correct procedures
Safety does not stop with the simple donning of PPE. To prevent cross-contamination, users must follow a strict procedure, in view of protecting the integrity of laboratory procedures. [ + ]
Mapping dementia-linked protein interactions
By mapping all the interactions of a dementia-linked protein in the brain called tau, investigators have created a roadmap for identifying potential new treatment targets. [ + ]
Enhancing liquid delivery on non-wetting surfaces
In diverse processes such as fertilisation, insecticide treatment and cooling, liquid delivery is compromised by the super-repellency of the receiving surfaces. [ + ]
Biological age, risk of death may be indicated by the retina
The difference between the biological age of the retina and a person's real (chronological) age is linked to their risk of death, researchers say. [ + ]
Disinfecting PPE for reuse and recycling
In response to a global shortage of PPE, Dr Yvonne Anderson started researching a method for disinfecting PPE for potential reuse or safe recycling. [ + ]
Coronary heart disease triggered by complex networks of genes
The findings could make it easier to screen for the disease, which is caused by thousands of genes that interact with other risk factors like smoking. [ + ]
Air pollution linked to fatty liver disease, lung cancer
Recent studies have identified links between ambient air pollution and disease, highlighting the need for at-risk populations to minimise their exposure where possible. [ + ]
3D X-ray microscopy pioneered for plant imaging
US researchers have used X-ray microscope technology to image plant cells, whole tissues and even organs at unprecedented depths with cellular resolution. [ + ]
Using CRISPR and transposons for CAR T cell production
CAR T cells are most often manufactured using viruses, but new research is exploring the benefits of using alternative gene editing systems for this purpose. [ + ]
Enhanced copper surface kills bacteria in minutes
Researchers have developed a new copper product that kills bacteria more than 100 times faster and more effectively than standard copper. [ + ]
Moderna bringing mRNA vaccine manufacturing to Victoria
A sovereign onshore vaccine manufacturing facility will be built in Victoria as part of a long-term strategic partnership to increase preparedness for possible future pandemics. [ + ]
Australian-made rover set to head to the Moon
The Trailblazer program is offering up to $50m for a consortium of businesses and researchers to develop and build a small rover that will head to the Moon. [ + ]
Gene editing used to create single-sex litters of mice
UK scientists have used gene editing technology to create female-only and male-only mice litters with 100% efficiency. [ + ]
Immune cells in the skin play a surprising role in allergies
New research has found that dendritic cells in the skin behave differently from their counterparts elsewhere in the body. [ + ]
Scientists create Australia's first mRNA vaccine candidate
Victorian scientists and manufacturers have created Australia's first mRNA COVID-19 vaccine candidate — and first ever mRNA drug product. [ + ]
