The key to regrowing limbs may be in our RNA
04 July, 2016 by Adam FloranceA new study has looked into limb regrowth and determined that microRNA may be the key to determining how and why a variety of otherwise seemingly unrelated species are able to regrow certain body parts.
Genomic analysis of malaria offers new insights
30 June, 2016An international research team has performed the first large-scale genomic analysis of Plasmodium vivax malaria infections — analysis that has improved our understanding of how the malaria parasite evolves and could boost efforts to control the disease.
World-class genomics system acquired for Australia
29 June, 2016The University of Melbourne and the Australian Genome Research Facility have jointly acquired the Chromium System from US biotech company 10x Genomics.
Next-generation sequencer registered in Australia
25 May, 2016The TGA has informed Illumina that its MiSeqDx instrument for next-generation sequencing has been included on the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods as a cleared in vitro diagnostic medical device.
Education genes linked to neuroticism
13 May, 2016 by Adam FloranceThe latest research has confirmed that our genes can affect our educational attainment by as much as 20% and those same genes appear to be associated with conditions like schizophrenia, dementia, Alzheimer's disease, bipolar disorder and dyslexia.
A new scientific head and a free showcase for EMBL Australia
03 May, 2016EMBL Australia has announced Professor James Whisstock as its new scientific head and will be holding a showcase in Canberra on 5 July.
The genes behind non-identical twins
29 April, 2016An international research collaboration has identified the gene variants that increase a woman's chance of giving birth to non-identical twins by almost a third.
Big data beats cancer
15 April, 2016 by Adam FloranceUNSW researchers have found a way to use existing 'big data' to help determine why particular types of cancer develop, how to diagnose those cancers earlier and, ultimately, how to better tailor treatment therapies for patients.
One gene assigns both gender and caste in ants
14 April, 2016Scientists have discovered that social insects such as ants, bees and wasps have a genetic 'super switch' that designates both their gender and their status as either a queen or worker.
Five new genetic markers for glaucoma
05 April, 2016Researchers has discovered five previously unknown genetic areas linked to an increased risk of primary angle closure glaucoma — the leading cause of irreversible blindness worldwide.
Mystery disease identified and potential cure found
05 April, 2016An international research team has identified the mysterious disease afflicting families in Belgium, England and France for the past several decades — as well as a potential cure.
How human are you? Maybe not as much as you thought
31 March, 2016Nineteen new pieces of DNA — left by viruses that first infected our ancestors hundreds of thousands of years ago — have been found lurking between our genes.
Next-generation sequencing for routine clinical diagnostics
16 February, 2016Sophia Genetics and Integrated DNA Technologies are helping hospitals address their need to adopt next-generation sequencing (NGS) tests for routine clinical diagnostics.
QIAGEN and 10x Genomics enter collaboration
10 February, 2016Netherlands-based company QIAGEN will collaborate with California's 10x Genomics on the development and promotion of next-generation sequencing (NGS), single-cell biology and bioinformatics solutions.
Junk DNA and breast cancer prevention
09 February, 2016Researchers have discovered that supposed 'junk' DNA — that is, DNA which does not contain genes that code for proteins — plays a role in suppressing breast cancer.
