SCHOTT, an international technology group in the areas of specialty glass and glass ceramics, has entered into a purchase agreement to acquire Australian microfluidic company MINIFAB. [ + ]

The Queen's Birthday honours have been issued once again, and in 2019 there was no shortage of representatives from the Australian STEM sector on the list. [ + ]

By refining a therapeutic avenue that was previously abandoned because of its severe side effects, researchers came up with a targeted approach that is both effective and safe. [ + ]

Researchers have hypothesised that highly regenerative cells called endometrial epithelial progenitor cells could lead to the abnormal cell growth in endometriosis. [ + ]

Medical technologists Australia wide, as well as scientists and researchers based in Victoria, are encouraged to nominate for several upcoming award opportunities. [ + ]

Using specialised colour imaging, cameras will measure amyloid beta in the retina many years before symptoms of Alzheimer's disease appear. [ + ]

MGC Pharmaceuticals has been granted a cannabis research licence in tandem with RMIT University, while Medlab Clinical has executed a heads of agreement for the further global distribution of its CBD/THC blend. [ + ]

Researchers synthesised a family of molecules that are able to specifically bind a protein found in the cell membrane of more than 90% of neuroblastoma cells. [ + ]

A computer-assisted diagnostic procedure helps physicians detect the growth of low-grade brain tumours earlier and at smaller volumes than visual comparison alone. [ + ]

The 2019 ACTA Trial of the Year Awards recognised the contribution of investigator-led trials to the wellbeing of Australians and improvement to the health system. [ + ]

Australia's leading science bodies have responded to the re-election of the Morrison government, and the reappointment of key ministers to Cabinet, with an air of cautious optimism. [ + ]

Longas Technologies has emerged from stealth mode, unveiling its Morphoseq technology and announcing the appointment of Nick McCooke as its CEO. [ + ]

The non-invasive nature of the test allows clinicians to screen embryos that were previously assessed as not strong enough for biopsy. [ + ]

The Fellows were congratulated by Academy President Professor John Shine, who acknowledged the "collective impact of their science on an international scale". [ + ]

Researchers have discovered that a fragment of the 'galanin' neuropeptide is involved in anhedonia, which is the loss of the capacity to feel pleasure in daily activities. [ + ]