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Key points Researchers have revealed trillions of microbes live in the bark of every tree Tree microbes clean the air by removing greenhouse and toxic gases This suggests planting trees offers climate benefits beyond CO2 removal Australian researchers have discovered a hidden climate superpower of trees. Their bark harbours trillions of microbes that help scrub … Continued
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SINGAPORE–BUSINESS WIRE– Novotech, a globally recognized full-service biotech clinical research organization (CRO), is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Anand Tharmaratnam as its new Chief Executive Officer. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260107098568/en/ Dr. Anand Tharmaratnam, Novotech CEO and Chairman Dr. Tharmaratnam brings nearly three decades of experience in … Continued
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8 January 2026 — Perth, Australia | BlinkLab Limited (ASX:BB1) (“BlinkLab” or the “Company”) has announced that it has received $822,205 under the Australian Government’s Research and Development (R&D) Tax Incentive program. The refund relates to eligible R&D expenditure incurred in connection with BlinkLab’s U.S. pilot study and its clinical research initiatives conducted in Australia, including … Continued
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In a bold response to the systemic shortcomings exposed by the NSW Birth Trauma Inquiry, the Maternity Consumer Network (MCN) is proud to announce Australia’s first ever national conference dedicated to respectful maternity care (RMC). Set for 6-7 March 2026 at the RBWH Education Centre in Herston, Queensland (online for interstate and international attendees), this … Continued
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8 January 2026 A new study published today shows extreme hot and cold temperatures are sending thousands of Canberrans to emergency departments each year, and experts warn climate change will only make things worse in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT). The research, led by the Australian National University (ANU) and published in the Australian and New … Continued
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A portable biosensor developed at La Trobe University may allow rapid, on-site detection of toxic “forever chemicals” in water, removing the need for samples to be sent to specialist laboratories. The device is designed to detect per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a group of more than 15,000 synthetic chemicals used in products such as firefighting foams, food packaging and stain-resistant fabrics. PFAS … Continued
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Doctors For Nutrition (DFN) today announced that the 2026 Lifestyle Medicine Certification exam, offered in partnership with the International Board of Lifestyle Medicine (IBLM), will take place on Sunday 29 November 2026 in Sydney, Australia. This in‑person exam offers physicians and other health professionals from Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands a pathway to … Continued
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Highlights• UC San Diego Health, consistently ranked in the top 10 in the U.S. for Pulmonology & Lung Surgery, commences clinical use of CT:VQ™ • UC San Diego Health becomes the fourth U.S. academic medical center to adopt CT:VQ™, following Stanford, University of Miami and Cleveland Clinic • Four academic medical center deployments achieved within … Continued
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A new project using AI technology to deliver personalised support for people with chronic health conditions is one of two La Trobe University programs to share $3.9 million worth of federal funding. Brian Oldenburg, Professor of Public Health and Implementation Science at La Trobe and the Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute, and Director of the Connected … Continued
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Researchers have uncovered how a particular strain of a diarrhoea-causing parasite managed to infect more animal species, offering new insights into how parasitic infections emerge and spread to people. The WEHI-led study has revealed a genetic shortcut that may help Giardia duodenalis and many other parasites jump to new hosts at the cost of long-term … Continued
