Understanding how cancer cells migrate paves the way for targeted therapies
Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide, accounting for approximately one in six deaths, with metastatic cancers making up more than 90 per cent of cancer-related deaths.
Fighting back against superbugs
Researchers in the UK and India are working in partnership to address an urgent need to stop dentists over-prescribing antibiotics.
New discovery set to boost disease-resistant rice
Rice that is resistant to some of the worst crop-destroying diseases but can still produce large yields could soon become a reality for farmers worldwide.
Investigation of Lowther’s medieval castle and village to start
A new archaeological investigation to unearth the remains of a medieval castle and village at Lowther (Cumbria) gets underway on Monday (June 26).
UOW College graduate Patrick draws on lived experience to establish career in fitness
Patrick Mitchell’s journey to becoming a fitness instructor isn’t one you hear of every day. The 25-year-old, who recently completed his Certificate III and IV in Fitness at UOW College, doesn’t shy away from a challenge.
Synthetic skin tech transforms wound repair
How Elastagen emerged from a fledgling field to a US$260 million success story with new skin treatments and regenerative medicines.
University of Birmingham launches Brazil Institute
The University of Birmingham’s Brazil Institute celebrated its official opening in the presence of His Excellency Mr Antonio Patriota, Brazil Ambassador to the UK.
Rhodes Scholar-elect on a mathematical mission
Bridget Smart has become the University of Adelaide’s 113th Rhodes Scholar-Elect. She has been awarded a Rhodes Scholarship to study at the University of Oxford.
New discovery may ‘unlock’ the future of infectious disease and cancer treatment
Researchers have identified a ‘guard mechanism’ for a protein which attacks microbes in infected cells, opening the possibility of new treatments for Toxoplasma, Chlamydia, Tuberculosis and even cancer.
Survivors of heart attack plus cardiac arrest at increased risk of early death
Patients who survive a heart attack together with sudden cardiac arrest are at increased risk of dying within six years following hospital discharge.
