Aussie astronomer Lisa Kewley wins James Craig Watson Medal
29 January, 2020Professor Lisa Kewley has been awarded the 2020 James Craig Watson Medal by the US National Academy of Sciences for her contributions to the study of galaxy formation and evolution.
Blood-clotting treatment wins Drug Discovery of the Year 2020
24 January, 2020Caplacizumab is said to be the first nanobody therapy to treat adults with the rare autoimmune blood-clotting disorder known as acquired thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura.
International roadmap to insect recovery published
23 January, 2020Scientists have created a roadmap to insect conservation and recovery, based on achieving targets over different timescales.
Abcam acquires Expedeon's Proteomics and Immunology business
17 January, 2020 | Supplied by: Abcam Australia Pty LtdAbcam has announced the successful completion of the acquisition of Expedeon's Proteomics and Immunology business, which includes Innova and TGR Biosciences, as of 1 January 2020.
First International Standard for biorisk management
15 January, 2020 | Supplied by: Standards AustraliaISO 35001 defines the requirements and guidance for laboratories or any other organisation that works with biological agents to control and reduce any risks associated with their use.
Do you have a technology idea that could help people with MS?
23 December, 2019Novartis is offering a US$250,000 prize to fund development of pioneering innovation with great potential in advancing assistive tech for multiple sclerosis (MS).
Govt proposes cuts to R&D Tax Incentive
09 December, 2019The Australian Government has reintroduced legislation that it claims will better target the Research and Development Tax Incentive and ensure its ongoing sustainability.
AXT adds Alvéole's cell biology platform to its portfolio
06 December, 2019 | Supplied by: AXT Pty LtdThe Alvéole platform allows users to convert an existing microscope into an automated bioengineering system for the engineering of smart cell culture substrates.
Cell death pioneers win CSL Florey Medal
02 December, 2019Andreas Strasser and David Vaux provided the first insights into the molecular mechanisms for cell death, and the first evidence that the failure of cells to undergo programmed death can lead to cancer and autoimmune disease.
Malaria researcher wins major award
27 November, 2019Professor Brendan Crabb AC has received the 2019 GSK Award for Research Excellence for his research focused on finding the next generation of treatments and vaccines for malaria.
Merck opens new office in Sydney's Macquarie Park
22 November, 2019 by Lauren Davis | Supplied by: Merck Pty LtdScience and technology company Merck has opened its new Sydney office in the innovation hub of Macquarie Park — a move that seeks to further the company's local growth opportunities.
Dr Karl wins UN prize for science communication
21 November, 2019Dr Karl Kruszelnicki has become the first ever Australian to receive the UNESCO Kalinga Prize for the Popularisation of Science.
Changing of the guard at Science & Technology Australia
15 November, 2019Science & Technology Australia has announced the appointment of three newly elected members to its board, as well as the departure of President Emma Johnston and CEO Kylie Walker.
Scientist salaries increase but pay gap persists: report
13 November, 2019Average salaries for members of Australia's STEM sectors have grown in the past year, but concerns remain about working conditions — particularly when it comes to closing the gender pay gap.
100 ARC Future Fellows to share $87.8 million
01 November, 2019The Australian Government is investing in Australia's smartest minds to conduct research that will deliver significant health, scientific, environmental, social and economic benefits.
