Queensland Govt launches life sciences competition
26 March, 2018The competition is targeted at life sciences industry representatives in Australia and overseas, encouraging attendance at this year's AusBiotech conference in Brisbane.
GSK launches drug discovery challenge in Australia
22 March, 2018GSK's Discovery Fast Track Australian Challenge is designed to accelerate the translation of early-stage research into game-changing new medicines.
Young scientists to attend 68th Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting
21 March, 2018Eight rising stars of Australian science have been selected to attend a highly prestigious annual gathering of Nobel Laureates and young scientists from around the world.
$12m in funding to improve cancer research, treatment
19 March, 2018Cancer Institute NSW has announced $12 million in grants funding, supporting 20 projects that are set to improve the lives of cancer patients across the state.
Newcastle professor wins international mineral processing award
15 March, 2018Professor Kevin Galvin won the Antoine M. Gaudin Award "for advancements in the science and engineering of innovative systems for coal and mineral beneficiation".
Nominations open for ASPIRE Prize 2018
14 March, 2018The Australian Academy of Science is inviting Australian researchers to nominate for the APEC Science Prize for Innovation, Research and Education (ASPIRE) 2018.
Women in STEM: pay improving but opportunities lacking
08 March, 2018A national survey has revealed that female scientists are not getting the same opportunities for promotion or seniority as their male peers with similar qualifications and experience.
Cannabis-focused biotech Zelda expands partnership with Curtin
07 March, 2018Zelda Therapeutics, an Australian-listed biotech focused on medical cannabis, has expanded its pancreatic cancer research collaboration agreement with Curtin University.
Clinical guideline for mental health management
01 March, 2018New worker mental health management guidelines are currently being canvassed, with community input accepted until mid-March, according to WorkCover Queensland.
Performance declining for Australia's maths and science students
01 March, 2018Australia's future is at risk as performance declines amongst our maths and science students, says Science & Technology Australia (STA).
Funding announced for six new research collaborations
27 February, 2018Projects outcomes include the development of 3D-printed materials for the vision impaired, improved grain crop production through better weed control and innovations in advanced composite paints.
Nominations open for Prime Minister's Prizes for Science 2018
26 February, 2018The Prime Minister's Prizes for Science celebrate the achievements and successes of Australian scientists, teachers and innovators.
Imagion Biosystems appoints new VP of clinical research
23 February, 2018Dr Farideh Bischoff will lead the clinical program for MagSense cancer detection technology, to achieve regulatory approval as a diagnostic device for the early detection of malignant tumour cells.
Merck acquires Aus biotech Viralytics
22 February, 2018Merck has acquired Australian listed cancer research firm Viralytics in a $502 million deal.
Science meets Parliament 2018 the largest yet
15 February, 2018 by Lauren DavisThe 20th annual Science meets Parliament was attended in record-breaking numbers, bringing more than 240 Australian scientists to Canberra for a chance to meet with parliamentarians.
