Lab-grown ‘mini-bile ducts’ used to repair human livers in regenerative medicine first
Scientists have used a technique to grow bile duct organoids – often referred to as ‘mini-organs’ – in the lab and shown that these can be used to repair damaged human livers.
Water safety education in range of environments viable tool to reduce drownings
Combining water safety education in both a swimming pool and open water improves children’s aquatic skills and adaptability, reducing the risk of drowning, a University of Otago-led study has found.
University of Waikato partners with local iwi to build leadership support in schools
Supporting people to be inspiring, authentic and innovative leaders in education the world over has been a life-long pursuit for Dr Rachel McNae.
Research sheds new light on care home staff experiences in the COVID-19 pandemic
New research in Scotland has shed light on the challenging and difficult experiences of care home staff during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Oxford vaccine creator Professor Sarah Gilbert awarded RSA Albert Medal
Professor Sarah Gilbert has been awarded the Royal Society for Arts, Manufactures and Commerce’ (RSA) Albert Medal for her work on the Oxford vaccine.
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.
Health offerings at Waikato receive a boost thanks to Braemar Charitable Trust
Students studying health at the University of Waikato will be able to apply for several new scholarships from this year, thanks to significant support from Braemar Charitable Trust.
New study finds indoor mining service workers feeling the heat
A new study by The University of Western Australia has revealed that indoor service workers in the mining industry bear the brunt of the cognitive, productivity and health impacts of extreme heat...
After a year of digital learning and virtual teaching, let’s hear it for real...
Can children develop a love of reading by sitting alone with an e-book? In a new article on The Conversation, Associate Professor Kathryn MacCallum argues that real books are more engaging.
Residue from household disinfectants may be leading to drug resistance in deadly bacteria
Macquarie University scientists have contributed to a new study that suggests we may need to rethink current disinfection strategies at home and in hospitals in the fight against superbugs.
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