Industry News
Biotech spin-off brings together microbes and genomics
Newly established biotechnology company Microomics has a speciality in metagenomics — the complete genomic analysis of a sample. [ + ]
3D cancer tissues stored in a virtual biobank
Newcastle researchers have developed what is claimed to be the world's first virtual platform to host 3D copies of human cancer tissues. [ + ]
HIV testing in one hour or less
Advances in biosensor technology are expected to limit the spread of HIV and other STIs, according to market research firm IDTechEx. [ + ]
Report questions SA's GM crop ban
The moratorium on genetically modified crops in South Australia does not deliver price premiums to any farmer in the state, according to market analysis company Mecardo. [ + ]
Gold-coated nanowires restore visual response in blind mice
Scientists have restored visual responses in blind mice by transplanting artificial replacements for light-detecting cells into their eyes. [ + ]
Cannabis-focused biotech Zelda expands partnership with Curtin
Zelda Therapeutics, an Australian-listed biotech focused on medical cannabis, has expanded its pancreatic cancer research collaboration agreement with Curtin University. [ + ]
Scientists identify genes linked to specific diseases
UQ researchers are using what is said to be the largest set of multilevel genomic data ever compiled to pinpoint the genes within our DNA that are linked to specific diseases. [ + ]
Paediatric neuroblastoma could be treated by nanocells
EnGeneIC's bacterially derived nanocells are enhancing the delivery of chemotherapy to tumours, while limiting toxicity to normal tissues, in aggressive paediatric neuroblastoma. [ + ]
Fighting superbugs with their favourite food
Adelaide researchers have developed and patented a novel approach to fight superbugs by targeting the bugs' favourite food, iron. [ + ]
Trapping the protein servants of drug-resistant bacteria
Belgian researchers have devised a novel approach to developing antibacterial drugs, in a breakthrough that is set to combat the rise of antibacterial resistance. [ + ]
Could Zika virus help battle brain cancer?
Zika virus could be used for treatment of glioblastoma, according to Brazilian researchers. [ + ]
Regenerative medicine breakthrough
Australian and Dutch researchers have moved a step closer towards making human kidneys from stem cells. [ + ]
Familial breast cancer not only inherited genetically
Researchers have identified heritable but non-genetic markers for breast cancer susceptibility, in a breakthrough that will enable doctors to better predict cancer risk. [ + ]
Clarivate Analytics partners with IP Australia
Clarivate Analytics has partnered with IP Australia by providing its enhanced patent data to augment its Source IP database. [ + ]
Clinical guideline for mental health management
New worker mental health management guidelines are currently being canvassed, with community input accepted until mid-March, according to WorkCover Queensland. [ + ]
