Feature: From proteomics to biomarkers
08 March, 2011 by Staff WritersProfessor Neil Kelleher is using his top down proteomics approach to discover new biomarkers for disease.
Scientists and biotechs opposed to biologics patent amendment
04 March, 2011 by Tim DeanThe Australian Academy of Science and AusBiotech have both spoken out against the proposed amendment to the patent act that would ban patenting any biological materials.
Feature: Genetic diversity and human evolution
28 February, 2011 by Tim DeanVanessa Hayes, now posted at the J Craig Venter Institute (JCVI), conducted a pioneering study of human genetic diversity in the Bushman of the Kalahari desert in Africa.
Feature: Exploring the bounds of human genetic diversity
28 February, 2011 by Tim DeanVanessa Hayes is exploring the breadth of human genetic diversity, and revealing some fascinating insights about what makes us who we are.
Charles Morgan offers $20,000 bounty for first WA genome paper
25 February, 2011 by Staff WritersWestern Australian philanthropist Charles Morgan has offered $20,000 to the team that first publishes a paper using genomics equipment he donated to the state's researchers.
Epigenetics researcher Emma Whitelaw awarded IUBMB Jubilee Medal
24 February, 2011 by Tim DeanProfessor Emma Whitelaw received the prestigious Jubilee Medal from the International Union of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology for work in epigenetics.
Opinion: On gene patents, divided we stand, united we fall
23 February, 2011 by Staff WritersThe Australian biotechnology industry is in the midst of uncertain times, not only due to the gene patenting debate in Australia but also in the wake of events unfolding in the USA.
Feature: Inside DNA vaccines
16 February, 2011 by Tim DeanA radical new type of vaccine is on the horizon, one that uses the body’s own cellular machinery to provoke a comprehensive immune response. DNA vaccines offer many advantages over conventional vaccines.
Western Australia switches on its first next generation genome sequencers
07 February, 2011 by Tim DeanTwo next generation genome sequencers donated by Perth businessman Charles Morgan have gone online at the Royal Perth Hospital.
China gets on board with the Human Variome Project
24 January, 2011 by Tim DeanChina has announced a major commitment to the Human Variome Project by pledging to build a US$300m institute to contribute the study of human genetic variation.
Feature: Developing a genetic therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy
11 January, 2011 by Staff WritersProfessor Steve Wilton presented the results of a recently completed clinical trial on a promising new genetic therapy for patients with muscular dystrophy at the AH&MR Congress.
Researchers find genetic clues to impulsive behaviour
24 December, 2010 by Staff WritersA global research team has uncovered a genetic mutation which appears to be responsible for impulsive behaviour.
Feature: Hidden in the genome
22 December, 2010 by Fiona WylieIn only five years, genome-wide association studies have made a tremendous impact on our understanding of disease and health. But despite great hopes, there are also great challenges ahead for the GWAS.
Genetic variants linked to endometriosis discovered
13 December, 2010 by Tim DeanAn international team of researchers, including scientists at the Queensland Institute of Medical Research, have conducted the largest genome-wide association study (GWAS) to date and have identified two genetic variants that are associated with the gynaecological disease, endometriosis.
Opinion: Report from gene patenting senate inquiry is step in the right direction
10 December, 2010 by Staff WritersDr Karin Innes, patent attorney with FB Rice & Co boils the 170-page report down to 16 key recommendations and explains what they mean for you.
