australia
Shire Acquires Fibrotech For US$75 Million
Shire's acquisition of the University of Melbourne-affiliated Fibrotech highlights the potential for commercialization in public-private partnerships.
Taking Omega-3 Supplements Doesn’t Make Smarter Kids
Children whose mothers took omega-3 supplements while pregnant are no better at cognitive tasks than children whose mothers took placebos, study says.
3D Printed Device Tackles Sleeping Problem
Australia’s CSIRO and Oventus have worked together to produce the first personalized mouthpiece that tackles sleep apnea.
Helping Scientists Discover Fresh Insights
Australia has unveiled a state of the art research visualization facility that helps accelerate scientific discoveries.
Scientists Uncover How EBV Hides
A new study has shown that the Epstein-Barr virus flies below the immune system's radar by restricting the production of the protein EBNA1.
High CO2 Reduces Nutritional Value Of Key Crops
Researchers have found that the elevated carbon dioxide levels of 2050 could lead to lower levels of micronutrients and protein in staple crops.
Ants Confused By Strong Smells
The presence of perfume can alter ants' social behavior, causing them to brush antennae more frequently.
Diamonds On Demand, For Research
Researchers in Australia now have the ability to fabricate ultra high-purity diamonds at the new Diamond Deposition Suite.
China-Australia Agreements To Boost Scientific Research
A trio of agreements between the countries’ universities augurs well for regional scientific development.
