Blackburn wins Lasker award for telomerase research
29 September, 2006 by ABN StaffAustralian-born molecular biologist Professor Elizabeth Blackburn has won the prestigious Lasker Award for the discovery of telomerase, the enzyme that synthesises telomeres, the tiny units of DNA that seal off the ends of chromosomes.
R-nomics and the central dogma of biology
21 September, 2006 by Graeme O'NeillProfessor John Mattick is challenging the orthodoxy that selfish DNA is the cornerstone of the genome. Regulatory RNA is where it's all happening, as Graeme O'Neill reports.
The next generation in sequencing is SOLiD
21 July, 2006 by Kate McDonaldApplied Biosystems hopes to introduce a brand new technology for DNA sequencing to the global market next year.
Flipping over a molecular mousetrap
21 July, 2006 by Kate McDonaldANU researchers have uncovered a neat little system to stop DNA replication in its tracks.
Chromosome 1: the biography
21 July, 2006 by Graeme O'NeillAn annotated DNA sequence for human chromosome 1 was published in Nature in May. Graeme O'Neill takes a time-travelling tour of the big one.
Protein partners and neural transmission
21 July, 2006 by Kate McDonaldThe discovery of an important partnership between two proteins in the neuron holds out great hope for treating epilepsy.
Human Variome project gets underway
21 July, 2006 by Graeme O'NeillThe international Human Variome Project is up and running following a highly successful first meeting in Melbourne in June.
The molecular mechanisms of ageing
21 July, 2006 by Fiona WylieHow and why do we age, can we do anything about it or is our lifespan programmed from the moment of conception?
Depression vulnerability gene confirmed
01 March, 2006 by Graeme O'NeillAn Australian replication study has strengthened evidence that individuals who inherit a common variant of the serotonin transporter gene 5-HTT are more vulnerable to major depression after adverse events in their lives.
New Vic grants support bioinformatics projects
21 February, 2006 by Ruth BeranBiotechnology, genomics and molecular modelling will be boosted with grants from the Victorian Partnership for Advanced Computing (VPAC) with AUD$348,000 in funding for its round eight e-Research grants program.
WA premier promises investment in biotech
17 February, 2006 by Ruth BeranThe Western Australian government is committed to developing the state's biotechnology sector, according to new premier Alan Carpenter, who this week announced AUD$4.5 million in seed funding for a new biotech research facility as well as medical grants totalling $5 million.
Mimotopes signs peptide deal with Invitrogen
15 February, 2006 by Ruth BeranPharmAust's (ASX:PAA) wholly owned subsidiary Mimotopes has signed a three-year contract with California-based Invitrogen to exclusively supply research-grade peptides to the global biotech group's customer base.
Diabetes gene database launched in WA
14 February, 2006 by Claire DobleIn five years' time, Australian researchers aim to know what causes both type 1 and type 2 diabetes, with the help of a new national genetic database that has been set up to collect and study DNA from 3000 Australian families with diabetic children.
Canberra summit to explore Australia's genetic research prospects
23 January, 2006 by Ruth BeranFederal and state MPs are to get an insight into Australian genetic and genomic research capabilities and opportunities, at a national forum to be held in Canberra in February.
Innovation Dynamics earns financial services licence
12 January, 2006 by Staff WritersConsulting firm Innovation Dynamics has added a new string to its bow, after being granted an Australian Financial Services licence by ASIC.
