Industry News
'Atmospheric detergent' to be investigated in Antarctica
Scientists are preparing to build a temporary lab on an Antarctic ice sheet, to reveal how much a natural 'atmospheric detergent' cleans the air of harmful trace gases. [ + ]
Phi Optics appoints AXT as local distributor
AXT has been appointed as the local distributor for Phi Optics. [ + ]
Men are less likely than women to survive some cancers: study
A population-based study has that found men have a survival disadvantage relative to women for 11 of 25 cancer types investigated. [ + ]
New PBS listings benefit lung cancer, cholesterol patients
Two new listings on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme have the potential to extend the lives of Australians with advanced lung cancer and those at risk of a heart attack. [ + ]
Independent selection of grants essential for integrity of research system
Industry has expressed concerns about the Ministerial veto on 11 grant applications recommended for funding by the ARC. [ + ]
Genetic variation that influences stroke recovery identified
A team of scientists from Melbourne, Europe and the United States has identified a genetic variation that influences stroke patients' recovery. [ + ]
Map of human liver cells reveals molecular make-up of individual cells
A map of the cells in the human liver reveals the differences between individual cells at the molecular level which can have a profound impact on their behaviour in tissue, tumours and disease. [ + ]
Discovery could make therapeutic insulins more effective
A discovery co-led by Australian researchers could make therapeutic insulins more effective by better mimicking the way insulin works in the body. [ + ]
Nine new members join STA board
Science & Technology Australia has elected nine new members to its board. [ + ]
Biochemical engineering 'hack' could lead to new drugs
A biochemical engineering 'hack' could lead to new drugs, flavours, fragrances and biofuels. [ + ]
Macrogen opens office in Australia
South Korean biotech company Macrogen has opened an office in NSW. [ + ]
Electrostatic spray dryer wins innovation award
The PolarDry line of electrostatic spray dryers, manufactured by Fluid Air, was recently recognised at the 10th Annual Vogel Pharmaceutical Engineering International Forum. [ + ]
Studying the use of CRISPR on human liver-on-a-chip platform
Two US researchers are combining their expertise in CRISPR technology and human microphysiological systems to assess the safety and efficacy of genome editing. [ + ]
Doe, a deer, a feral deer
The Centre for Invasive Species Solutions has brought together five state and territory governments, three local councils, three universities and three private environmental groups to form Australia's largest deer management research collaboration. [ + ]
Australian researchers contribute to the discovery of four new MS genes
The four new genes contribute to the devastating neurological disease, multiple sclerosis (MS). [ + ]
