Novel antibiotic activates 'suicide' mechanism in superbug
23 April, 2025Researchers have discovered a new class of antibiotic that selectively targets Neisseria gonorrhoeae by triggering a 'self-destruction' program.
Antibiotics hinder vaccine response in infants
18 April, 2025Infants who received antibiotics in the first few weeks of life had significantly lower levels of antibodies against multiple different vaccine antigens months later.
ADHD may be linked with an increased risk of dementia
17 April, 2025An adult brain affected by attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) presents modifications similar to those observed in individuals suffering from dementia.
Nature helps to relieve physical pain
08 April, 2025Experiencing nature, even in the form of watching nature videos, can alleviate acute physical pain.
SEQ koala population carries immunity to retrovirus
03 April, 2025Koalas from a population north of the Brisbane River appear to have evolved a unique genomic immunity to the killer retrovirus threatening their species.
RSV immunisation program for babies slashes hospital stays
02 April, 2025An Australian-first study has demonstrated the effectiveness of immunisation against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) for babies.
A targeted treatment option for psoriasis
01 April, 2025New research from MedUni Vienna paves the way for the development of a therapy that not only works more precisely but is also associated with fewer side effects.
More microbes on super-sterile ISS could improve astronaut health
21 March, 2025Inflammatory conditions experienced by astronauts while travelling in space could be due to the excessively sterile nature of spacecraft.
Keto diet leads to health benefits in bipolar patients
13 March, 2025A ketogenic diet may improve brain metabolism in individuals with a bipolar disorder diagnosis, according to a new study.
Intermittent fasting could be unsafe for teens
25 February, 2025Chronic intermittent fasting disrupts the development of insulin-producing beta cells in young mice, raising concerns about potential risks for humans — especially teenagers.
Testosterone worsens damage caused by a heart attack
20 February, 2025Testosterone plays a clear role in making inflammation worse following a heart attack, researchers have found.
Gut microbes appear to regulate anxiety
13 February, 2025In a germ-free environment, mice which were not exposed to live microbes showed significantly more anxiety-related behaviour than those with typical resident live microbes.
Self-destructing vaccine protects against TB in monkeys
23 January, 2025A self-destructing vaccine administered intravenously provides additional safety and protection against tuberculosis (TB) in macaque monkeys, according to new research.
Brain cells mature faster in space than on Earth
14 January, 2025Microgravity is known to alter the muscles, bones, the immune system and cognition, but little is known about its impact on the brain.
Stem cell transplants treat blindness in mini pigs
18 December, 2024Scientists have successfully transplanted retinas made from stem cells into blind mini pigs, apparently restoring their vision in the process.
