The ability to select embryos for traits that are brought about by multiple genes is more complicated than people probably realise. [ + ]

Professor Brendan Crabb AC has received the 2019 GSK Award for Research Excellence for his research focused on finding the next generation of treatments and vaccines for malaria. [ + ]

MPA, the active ingredient in the common contraceptive injection Depo-Provera, can prevent the development of cervical cancer in mice with precancerous lesions. [ + ]

Scientists have discovered markers in the blood that can differentiate between a benign mole and a melanoma in the eye, while also identifying if the cancer has spread. [ + ]

Scientists have discovered a promising mix of four components, called C2, that can kill tumour cells while leaving healthy cells undamaged. [ + ]

Patients with neurological disorders, who may have impaired movement, could in future have their conditions assessed remotely rather than needing to meet with a doctor face to face. [ + ]

Researchers have identified a molecule named ALCAM, which, once blocked, delays the progression of multiple sclerosis. [ + ]

Science and technology company Merck has opened its new Sydney office in the innovation hub of Macquarie Park — a move that seeks to further the company's local growth opportunities. [ + ]

Researchers have used single-cell RNA analysis to find that supercentenarians — people over the age of 110 — have an excess of a type of immune cell called cytotoxic CD4 T-cells. [ + ]

US scientists have developed a contraceptive patch with a novel effervescent backing that separates from an array of microneedles after one minute. [ + ]

A simple benchtop device for measuring the kinetics of gas-producing reactions provides accurate reaction profiles with over 3000 measurements. [ + ]

USC biomedical engineers have proposed a new ultrasonic method to enable acoustic control and real-time tracking of cancer drugs within the body. [ + ]

US researchers have identified brain circuitry differences that might be associated with suicidal behaviour in individuals with mood disorders. [ + ]

Prequalification means that the vaccine meets WHO standards for quality, safety and efficacy. [ + ]

Science & Technology Australia has announced the appointment of three newly elected members to its board, as well as the departure of President Emma Johnston and CEO Kylie Walker. [ + ]