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Mouse Hearts Undergo Pre-Teen Growth Spurt

If replicated in humans, the finding that heart cells have the capacity to divide long after birth could lead to regenerative treatments for heart disease.

Using Fluorescent Light To Detect Bombs

Scientists from Australia and China have used light and the chemistry of explosive compounds to build a promising new type of explosives sensor.

China Faces Freshwater Shortage

Scientists call for the adoption of water-saving technologies in the face of China's dire freshwater shortage driven by agricultural production.

Overweight? HIIT Might Not Help Fat Loss

Although it improves overall fitness, high intensity interval training (HIIT) may not help overweight people lose body fat, according to a clinical study.

ASLAN & CSL To Develop Asthma Treatment

ASLAN acquires license for CSL334, an anti-IL13 receptor monoclonal antibody for the treatment of asthma.

No Link Between Vaccination And Autism

A comprehensive review of studies involving more than 1.2 million children has shown that there is no link between vaccination and autism.

Giant Sperm Preserved By Bat Poo

Scientists have discovered tiny shrimp which have giant sperm thought to be longer than the male's entire body.

AUD$1m Boost For UQ Plastics Technology

University of Queensland spin-off TenasiTech receives AUD$1 million to develop their plastic and rubber additive products.

Training The Immune System To Target Brain Cancer

By exploiting the fact that many brain tumors harbor cytomegalovirus, scientists have used the patient's immune system to target brain cancer.