High-resolution gene sequencing technology
11 March, 2015Researchers from Sydney's Garvan Institute have developed CaptureSeq - a gene sequencing technology that is said to explore the human genome at a much higher resolution than ever before.
Spider venom can prevent pain, too
05 March, 2015 by Lauren DavisIn news which may cause arachnophobes around the world to breathe a collective sigh of relief, researchers have discovered that spider venom contains compounds which have the potential to block pain.
Whole genome sequencing for pancreatic cancer
02 March, 2015By using whole genome sequencing to determine the complete genetic code of pancreatic tumours in 100 patients, scientists have discovered the genetic changes that drive the formation of four subtypes of the disease.
Long non-coding RNAs
20 February, 2015 by Susan WilliamsonThanks to support from the Balnaves Foundation, postdoctoral researcher Dr Jennifer Lynch will explore long non-coding RNAs as potential new targets for treating childhood leukaemia.
Genes for obesity
17 February, 2015Over 100 new genetic regions that control obesity and fat distribution have been identified in a collaborative study involving Australian researchers.
Carnivorous mushrooms share secrets
06 February, 2015Oyster mushrooms eat spiders and roundworms using a protein that punches holes into cells.
Unveiling the avian tree of life
27 January, 2015A team of scientists has sequenced the genomes of 48 bird species, creating the most detailed tree of life for birds to date.
Where did drug-resistant TB come from?
23 January, 2015 by Susan WilliamsonThe spread of antibiotic-resistant strains of tuberculosis conincided with the Industrial Revolution and the collapse of the Soviet Union.
Professor of Proteomics
21 January, 2015 by Susan WilliamsonProfessor Mark Baker has built a dynamic career in molecular cell proteomics and gives some insights into the Human Proteome Project, the thrills that proteins provide in life and why we need to stop and smell the roses.
Controlling ripening in grapes
14 January, 2015 by Susan WilliamsonResearchers in Adelaide are working on ways to control ripening in grapes to ameliorate the effects of global warming.
GTG launches $3.1m share purchase plan
05 December, 2014 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingGenetic Technologies (ASX:GTG) aims to raise up to $3.1m via a share purchase plan to help commercialise its next-generation breast cancer risk assessment tool BREVAGenplus.
Stem cells offer insights into Huntington's disease
01 December, 2014A human stem cell model that recapitulates the pathology of Huntington's disease offers insights into the cause and progression of the disease.
VCGS signs deal to offer prenatal test
28 November, 2014 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingMurdoch Childrens' VCGS division has entered an agreement with Illumina allowing it to offer non-invasive prenatal testing for Down syndrome and other genetic disorders.
Genetic Technologies searching for new CEO
26 November, 2014 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingGenetic Technologies (ASX:GTG) has announced the resignation of CEO Alison Mew, and has secured shareholder approval to change its name to Phenogen Sciences.
GTG completes Australian genetics sale
19 November, 2014 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingGenetic Technologies (ASX:GTG) has completed the sale of its Australian genetics business to Specialist Diagnostics Services as part of its streamlining efforts.
