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Microgravity causes changes in gene expression rhythms

Astronauts exposed to microgravity experience changes to physiology, including immune suppression, increased inflammation, and reduced muscle mass and bone density.

Life Scientist 29 March, 2024

Certain hormone drugs linked to increased brain tumour risk

Prolonged use of certain progestogen hormone drugs has been associated with an increased risk of developing a type of brain tumour known as an intracranial meningioma.

Life Scientist 28 March, 2024

NSW, Qld announce RSV immunisation programs for infants

The government-funded programs have been designed to ensure infants and young children at the highest risk of severe disease from RSV are protected at the right time.

Life Scientist 27 March, 2024

Gut bacteria appear important for overcoming milk allergy

Gut bacteria are thought to help reduce allergic reactions to some foods, but little is known about the link between these bacteria and oral immunotherapy for milk allergy.

Life Scientist 26 March, 2024

A new pathway for reversible male birth control

Most experimental male birth control drugs use a hammer approach to block sperm production, but this one is much more subtle.

Life Scientist 25 March, 2024

Biotechnology
Creating a genetic medicine manufacturing ecosystem: part 5

Creating a genetic medicine manufacturing ecosystem: part 5

When it comes to the mission to democratise medicine, Australia has a material opportunity to affirm its destiny and be a global leader.

Article 18 March, 2024
Health & Medical
Certain hormone drugs linked to increased brain tumour risk

Certain hormone drugs linked to increased brain tumour risk

Prolonged use of certain progestogen hormone drugs has been associated with an increased risk of developing a type of brain tumour known as an...

Article 28 March, 2024
Life Sciences
A new pathway for reversible male birth control

A new pathway for reversible male birth control

Most experimental male birth control drugs use a hammer approach to block sperm production, but this one is much more subtle.

Article 25 March, 2024
Molecular Biology
CRISPR-Cas gene editing eliminates HIV in lab

CRISPR-Cas gene editing eliminates HIV in lab

Scientists deployed CRISPR-Cas molecular scissors and two gRNAs against 'conserved' HIV sequences, and achieved cure of HIV-infected T cells.

Article 21 March, 2024
Lab Technology
Self-driving needle steers its way through living lung tissue

Self-driving needle steers its way through living lung tissue

Researchers have built a compact robotic system that can autonomously steer a flexible needle around anatomical obstacles within the lungs of live...

Article 04 March, 2024
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