Industry News
Melatonin secretion linked to ADHD symptoms in children
Genetic variations affecting melatonin production may play a significant role in the development and exacerbation of ADHD symptoms. [ + ]
Implant could encourage healing after spinal cord injury
When electrical stimulation is applied to the implant, it can convey that electrical signal to boost the regrowth of the injured axons. [ + ]
Beta-carotene multiplied in plant leaves
By using biotechnological techniques and treatments with high light intensity, the levels of beta-carotene in leaves can be multiplied up to 30 times by creating new places to store it. [ + ]
'Casual' gestational diabetes test misses 70% of cases
When screening pregnant women for gestational diabetes, casual blood glucose testing misses 70% of cases. [ + ]
Ultrasound device offers non-invasive treatment of chronic pain
Diadem is a biomedical device that uses ultrasound to non-invasively stimulate deep brain regions, disrupting the faulty signals that lead to chronic pain. [ + ]
Monoclonal antibody shows protection against COVID variants
A monoclonal antibody appears effective at neutralising the numerous variants of SARS-CoV-2, as well as related viruses in animals that could pose a threat if they were to spread in people. [ + ]
How the aging immune system fuels cancer growth
New research reveals how an aging immune system spurs tumour growth, offering new insights into cancer prevention and treatment — especially for older adults. [ + ]
Membrane removes low-concentration contaminants from water
The new membrane is designed so the captured molecules can be extracted into a solution for testing, enabling real-time monitoring of contamination. [ + ]
Finding and blocking the mechanism behind allergic itching
New research provides an explanation for why, in a world full of allergens, one person may be more likely to develop an allergic response than another. [ + ]
MTPConnect set to back startups in heart disease and diabetes
MTPConnect will inject some much-needed funding for Australian SMEs to commercialise innovative medical products to better treat cardiovascular disease and diabetes. [ + ]
Blood test shows promise for early diagnosis of Alzheimer's
The test assesses the relative levels of potassium isotopes in human blood serum and shows potential to diagnose Alzheimer's before cognitive decline becomes apparent. [ + ]
Risk of long-term health complications after dengue recovery
People who caught dengue and recovered are more likely to face long-term health complications about a year later compared to those who contracted COVID-19. [ + ]
Psychotic disorders linked to brain network organisation
Cognitive impairments in psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, are linked to brain network organisation. [ + ]
Lab-grown blood stem cells could be used for transplants
Researchers have overcome a major hurdle for producing blood stem cells — which can create red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets — that closely match those in the human embryo. [ + ]
Doughnut-shaped region found inside the Earth's core
A doughnut-shaped region has been discovered within the Earth's liquid core, providing new clues about the dynamics of our planet's magnetic field. [ + ]