Industry News
Silencing gut pain by removing sensory nerves
By surgically removing specific populations of sensory nerves that communicate between internal organs and the brain, scientists can silence pain responses. [ + ]
WHO strongly advises against antibody drugs to treat COVID-19
The antibody drugs sotrovimab and casirivimab-imdevimab are no longer recommended for patients with COVID-19. [ + ]
Repeated concussions can thicken the skull bones
Previous studies have shown damage to the brain following concussion, but have not looked at the brain's protective covering. [ + ]
Self-sterilising plastic film kills viruses using room light
The film is coated with a thin layer of particles that absorb UV light and produce reactive oxygen species (ROS). These kill viruses, including SARS-CoV-2. [ + ]
How the brain turns threats into fear
Scientists have uncovered a molecular pathway that distils threatening sights, sounds and smells into a single message: be afraid. [ + ]
NMR measurements without strong magnetic fields
Researchers have been able to extend the application range of ZULF NMR with the help of an inexpensive, rapid and versatile method of hyperpolarisation. [ + ]
Fish oil, vitamin D in pregnancy lower risk of croup in babies
Croup is a viral chest infection that affects young children. It is common and usually mild, but some children will need hospital treatment and breathing support. [ + ]
Magic Valley's cultivated lamb is free of animal components
Magic Valley's prototype — initially created in the form of burgers and tacos — is said to look and cook just like real lamb yet has the potential for a healthier nutritional profile. [ + ]
Neurofeedback shows promise for addressing 'chemo brain'
Neurofeedback, or electroencephalogram (EEG) biofeedback, could help address cognitive deficits of cancer patients experiencing 'chemo brain'. [ + ]
Govt commits to a more diverse science and tech workforce
The Minister for Industry and Science, Ed Husic, has announced a commitment to widen the pipeline of talent available to the science and technology sectors. [ + ]
Rapid identification of food poisoning bacteria
Bacterial tests are regularly conducted to detect food poisoning bacteria at food manufacturing factories, but it takes more than 48 hours to obtain results. [ + ]
QIMR Berghofer to collaborate on cytomegalovirus vaccine
Despite being a top priority of the US Institute of Medicine, all previous attempts to produce a durable and effective CMV vaccine so far have failed. [ + ]
DNA transfer to avoid mito inheritance appears safe
Transferring the nuclear genome from one egg into the cytoplasm of a donor egg can enable women carrying mutations in their mitochondrial DNA to have healthy babies. [ + ]
Call for applications to attend Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting
The Lindau Nobel Laureate Meetings, established in 1951, provide a globally recognised forum for exchange between Nobel Laureates and young scientists. [ + ]
Uncovering the chemical secrets behind vanilla's allure
Food scientists have defined 20 key chemicals found in vanilla bean extracts that together create vanilla's flavour. [ + ]
