Italian researchers make a major discovery into a common form of muscular dystrophy
11 May, 2012A new study, published in the international scientific journal Cell, has identified that a novel defect in gene regulation, never before seen in a human disease, is the cause of one of the most common forms of muscular dystrophy: Facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD).
New vaccine shows promise to protect against common cause of meningitis
11 May, 2012Researchers are an important step closer to finding a vaccine that protects against a wide range of strains of meningococcal B - the most common cause of meningococcal disease in Western Australia.
Crop root study to boost Australian grain production
09 May, 2012Researchers at The University of Western Australia (UWA) say the ‘next frontier’ of agricultural science is understanding the root system and function of crop plants to significantly increase Australian grain production, keep farms viable and help continue to feed the world despite the onset of increasing drought and climate change.
Interacting light with matter - new tools for early cancer detection
03 May, 2012A research team at the University of Adelaide, led by Professor Tanya Monro, is working to create a whole range of new high-tech tools that use light for measuring, including new devices for early detection of cancer and smart bungs that monitor wine quality.
Australian scientist using light to detect explosives
02 May, 2012An Australian discovery has led to a portable new way to detect explosives using light-emitting molecules, offering an important tool to combat terrorism and remove land mines in war-torn countries.
Marine research vessel sailing into new waters
01 May, 2012 by Lauren DavisFor 40 years, the Southern Surveyor - the research vessel of the Marine National Facility - has conducted scientific voyages covering everything from underwater volcanoes to a carbon chemistry map of the Great Barrier Reef. But soon, it will be replaced with a new vessel, one in which the Australian Government has invested $120 million - the RV Investigator.
Celebrating 100 years of Australian Antarctic science
30 April, 2012Australian and international experts will come together in Canberra this week to explore the diverse Antarctic science endeavours that have emerged since Sir Douglas Mawson led the Australasian Antarctic Expedition in 1911-1914.
Researchers discover genes for fracture susceptibility and osteoporosis risk
30 April, 2012Researchers from the University of Queensland (UQ) Diamantina Institute have played a leading role in a recent study into osteoporosis, more than doubling the number of currently known genes in the disease.
WA expert helps lead world diagnosis of rare disorder in newborn babies
27 April, 2012A Western Australian-based expert in neuromuscular diseases has helped revolutionise the way doctors around the world diagnose muscle dysfunction in newborn babies.
Research program to protect bananas
27 April, 2012A team led by the Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation has developed a comprehensive research program aimed at protecting Australia’s $450 million banana industry.
Scientists discover new fat over lunch
18 April, 2012Uncovering new fats, or lipids, with links to diseases in the human eye (lens) is as easy as taking a lunch break, according to chemists from the ARC Centre of Excellence for Free Radical Chemistry and Biotechnology at the University of Wollongong.
Profiling proteins to treat prostate disorders
17 April, 2012Innovative new technology has been used to identify and profile a novel combination of proteins that may improve treatment for prostate disorders.
Genes identified for common childhood obesity
13 April, 2012An international collaborative study including researchers from The University of Western Australia (UWA) has identified at least two new gene variants that increase the risk of common childhood obesity.
CO2 is messing with coral skeletons
13 April, 2012An international scientific team has carried out the world’s first analysis of the impact of ocean acidification on every gene in the coral genome, throwing new light on the likely fate of corals under climate change.
Fatty acids fight cancer spread
12 April, 2012Tiny agents found in omega-3 could potentially be used to block the path of primary cancer tumours, preventing the advance to secondary stage cancers, according to pharmacy researchers at the University of Sydney.
