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Researchers discover new paths for asthma treatment

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:24:52 +0000

Researchers at the University of Newcastle and the Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) for Asthma and Airways have found a way to stop inflammation, the main cause of asthma and other chronic diseases, by blocking malfunctioning microRNA molecules.

Data management and e-research

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:45:20 +0000

Through its Super Science initiative, the federal government is recognising the importance of information technology as an innovation driver.

NSW Government research funding applications now open

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 23:32:12 +0000

Up to $5 million will be made available in the current round of the NSW Science Leveraging Fund program and expressions of interest are now welcome.

WarraPharm to commercialise colorectal cancer therapy

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 23:28:34 +0000

A suite of anti-cancer reformulations developed by researchers at the University of Wollongong (UOW), is to be commercialised by new Australian start-up company, WarraPharm.

Single photon detection camera

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:17:33 +0000

With the iXonEM+ 897, Andor is said to have produced a dedicated, compact platform, designed specifically to draw maximum benefits from electron multiplying CCD (EMCCD) technology.

Benchtop warming devices

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:36:46 +0000

CryoLogic has developed a suite of benchtop warming devices with a small footprint ideal for use in a laboratory.

Partial recirculating cabinets

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:20:35 +0000

embryos@fe series Partial Recirculating Cabinets are available for human-assisted reproduction techniques.

Gel documentation system

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:21:47 +0000

Vilber Lourmat has announced the availability of its latest E-box, the VX-2, designed to occupy minimum bench space.

Washer/disinfector

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:19:08 +0000

The Smeg GW3060 next-generation laboratory washer-disinfector with a range of new and improved features is available from Gallay Medical and Scientific.

UTS takes microscopic leap in scientific and medical research

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 02:18:51 +0000

Australia's first DeltaVision OMX 3D-Sim Super-Resolution microscope, one of only two in the world, is part of the equipment in the University of Technology, Sydney's new microscopy facilities.

Convert mobile phones to data collectors for free

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:12:29 +0000

Mobile phones are on the verge of becoming powerful tools to collect data on many issues, ranging from global health to the environment.

GI modifiers found in sugar cane

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:07:19 +0000

A team of Australian sugarcane scientists, funded by the Brisbane-based Cooperative Research Centre for Sugar Industry Innovation through Biotechnology (CRC SIIB) has identified natural glycaemic index (GI) modifiers that have the potential to lower blood sugar levels and help manage type 2 diabetes.

Physics and murder

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 04:25:45 +0000

Associate Professor Rod Cross from The University of Sydney's School of Physics used physics to help convict Gordon Wood for the murder of Caroline Bryne.

Boost for clinical trials in Australia

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 23:32:50 +0000

Calls from the Pharmaceuticals Industry Strategy Group for reforms to the clinical trials operating environment in Australia have resulted in the creation of an action group.

Pressure calibration manufacturer opens Australian office

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 23:19:39 +0000

DH-Budenberg, manufacturer of premium pressure measurement and calibration equipment, has opened an Australian branch office to service customers in the test and calibration laboratory sectors.

Seeing previously invisible molecules

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 01:57:43 +0000

A new microscopic technique can reveal molecules with undetectable fluorescence - in colour.

Sterile product sampling system

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 23:13:59 +0000

Sterility control of food product can be monitored using the QMI Tru-Test aseptic sampling system from Arrow Scientific.

Flow cytometer

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 22:44:33 +0000

Millennium Science has introduced the Accuri C6 flow cytometer, said to be affordable, powerful, simple and automated.

WA researchers involved in muscular dystrophy treatment breakthrough

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 02:05:45 +0000

Exon skipping could have potential in preventing and treating Duchenne muscular dystrophy, according to an international research team that included Western Australian scientists.

Dressing for space

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 02:12:40 +0000

An RMIT University alumnus is working on a range of next-generation spacesuits for NASA and other space agencies to use on missions to the Moon and Mars.