Trial demonstrates long life tissue heart valves
05 December, 2011 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingTissue treated with Allied Healthcare Group's ADAPT tissue engineering technology showed significantly reduced calcification in preclinical trials.
Patrys raises $3.4m to fund product trials
05 December, 2011 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingCancer treatment development company Patrys (ASX:PAB) has raised $3.4m in an oversubscribed placement to fund clinical trials for its antibody-based products.
News in movers and shakers
05 December, 2011 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingCBio appoints new chairman, interim MD; AusBiotech CEO joins Research Australia board; Timothy Waugh named Hatchtech CEO.
Manufacturing taskforce an opportunity for life science sector
01 December, 2011 by Tim DeanAusBiotech will be lobbying for a greater emphasis on biopharma and medical devices on the newly established Prime Minister's Taskforce on Manufacturing.
Victorian Government establishes Biotechnology Advisory Council
01 December, 2011 by Tim DeanBiotechnology Advisory Council will advise the government on current and emerging opportunities and threats to the biotechnology sector and aid in implementation of policy.
AstraZeneca invests in Victoria's NeuProtect
01 December, 2011 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingVictorian biopharma NeuProtect has added AstraZeneca's venture capital subsidiary, MedImmune Ventures, as a new investor.
AusBiotech CEO appointed to Research Australia Board
01 December, 2011 by AusBiotechAusBiotech CEO, Dr Anna Lavelle, has been appointed to the Board of Research Australia, effective from the annual general meeting held recently.
Immuron signs distribution deal worth up to $113 million
29 November, 2011 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingImmuron (ASX:IMC) has secured a multi-market distribution deal worth up to C$115.5 million ($112.7m) for its debut OTC antibody product, Travelan.
Clinical trials data sought for first-of-kind study
29 November, 2011 by AusBiotechThe Federal Government is conducting a first-of-its-kind study to gauge the level of privately funded clinical research activity in Australia.
iSonea ramps up product efforts
29 November, 2011 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingAcoustic respiratory monitoring company iSonea (ASX:ISN) will use funds from a $4.3 million capital raising to expedite the search for a distribution partner.
Stem cells undergo evolution in the lab
28 November, 2011 by Tim DeanA new study has found cultured human embryonic stem cells undergo selection for greater self-renewal, which has implications on stem cell therapies.
Organovo wins innovation award for 3D bioprinter
28 November, 2011 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingStart-up Organovo and partner Inventech have won this year's AusIndustry-sponsored Engineering Innovation Award for their 3D bioprinter product.
Feature: Beyond the hype of algal biofuels
25 November, 2011 by Fiona WylieAlgal biofuels have been much hyped, but the reality is getting closer every day. Chemical engineer and algal biofuels researcher David Lewis brings algae down to earth.
Government supports gene patent reform
24 November, 2011 by Tim DeanThe Labor Government has responded to three key reports on Australia's patent system, endorsing many reforms affecting biotechnology and gene patents.
Inquiry on medical devices delivers report
24 November, 2011 by AusBiotechThe Senate Standing Committees on Community Affairs has completed its Inquiry into 'The Regulatory Standards for the Approval of Medical Devices' and tabled its report in the Senate on Tuesday night.
