Centuries of whaling data highlight likely climate change effect
Centuries-old whaling records show how southern right whales, or Tohorā, are altering their feeding habits.
Potential genetic screening for aggressive melanoma
Researchers from The University of Queensland and The Alfred hospital in Melbourne have identified gene variants which may contribute to people being at higher risk for nodular melanoma.
The paradox of Australia’s response to COVID-19
A new report has found that the agile stability embedded in Australia’s health care state was ultimately responsible for the nation’s high vaccination rates.
Koala killer being passed to joeys from mum
A deadly koala virus that can cause immune depletion and cancer, known as koala retrovirus, is being transferred to joeys from their mothers, according to University of Queensland scientists.
NUS champions youth-led Regen Asia Summit to revitalise ecosystems and communities
Part of NUS’ 120th anniversary celebrations, the inaugural conference gathers young thought leaders across the ASEAN region.
Argyle Scholarship support praised
She is one of 10 recipients of the $6000 award established by Lincoln University in 2020, in recognition of the contribution of Marlborough’s Gordon Holmes to farming and education...
co11ab Novena, a S$15 million biomedtech incubator, officially opens
NTU Singapore, A*STAR, Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), and the National Healthcare Group (NHG) today officially opened co11ab Novena (co11ab)...
McMaster leads global ranking for impact on health and well-being
McMaster’s established record for advancing better health solutions, care, equity and growth has earned the university the top rank in Canada and sixth worldwide for impact on health and well-being in an international ranking of more than 1,400 universities.
Child body weight has limited effects on mood and behavioural disorders, study suggests
Childhood body mass index is unlikely to have a big impact on children's mood or behavioural disorders, according to a study led by the University of Bristol and published today [20 December] in eLife.
Improving cancer diagnosis with AI
New research using digital imaging could transform the field of cancer diagnosis in Aotearoa New Zealand.
