Assessing the impact of sweeteners on appetite
Replacing sugar with artificial and natural sweeteners in foods does not make people hungrier – and also helps to reduce blood sugar levels, a significant new study has found.
Ultrasound therapy shows promise as a treatment for Alzheimer’s disease
University of Queensland researchers have found targeting amyloid plaque in the brain is not essential for ultrasound to deliver cognitive improvement in neurodegenerative disorders.
University of Nottingham launches national inquiry into transition to net zero
The University of Nottingham Institute for Policy and Engagement has launched a policy commission with former Deputy Leader of the Labour Party and Honorary Professor Lord Watson, to investigate a just transition to net zero.
Monash University pharmaceutical scientists honoured in NHMRC Research Excellence Awards
Two Monash University scientists are recipients of prestigious Research Excellence Awards from The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) of Australia...
Caution needed over screening scores for heart patients
Existing non-invasive screening tools may miss heart failure amongst patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) and should be used with caution, according to the latest research.
NICE urged to update dental antibiotic guidelines to protect high-risk heart patients
Research led by the University of Sheffield found that dental patients at high-risk of infective endocarditis, a life-threatening infection, should be given antibiotics before undergoing invasive dental treatement.
How do we solve the maths teacher shortage?
The report recommends a national strategy to train more existing teachers to be maths teachers. This would replace the current piecemeal approach. Photo by Ridofranz via iStock.
Patients with delirium more likely to develop dementia
University of Queensland researchers have found older patients who experience delirium are three times more likely to develop dementia.
Australia’s potential as a global leader for surgical AI
Australia and New Zealand could become international leaders in the safe use of artificial intelligence (AI) in surgery, but first there needs to be guidelines in place to safeguard patients, according to University of Adelaide experts.
US approves drug to treat resistant high blood pressure
A high blood pressure medication which was trialled in a study led by The University of Western Australia has been approved for use in the United States.
