Evolving superbug threatens to create an infection tsunami
An international study led by The University of Queensland has tracked a potentially devastating multi-drug resistant E. coli strain that is only one gene away from being … Read more
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Scientists discover a hidden giant … clam
University of Queensland researchers have discovered a vivid new species of giant clam on reefs in the Solomon Islands and at Ningaloo in Western Australia. … Read more
How zinc starves lethal bacteria to stop infection
Australian researchers have found that zinc can ‘starve’ one of the world’s most deadly bacteria by preventing its uptake of an essential metal. The finding, … Read more
Teleport: Scientists transmit an atom from one location to another inside electronic chip
A team of University of Queensland physicists has transmitted an atom from one location to another inside an electronic chip. The team, which includes Dr … Read more
Spider venom to target insect pests
University of Queensland (UQ) researchers have found a natural component of Australian tarantula venom that is more potent against certain insect pests than existing chemical … Read more
Australia’s hypersonic scramjet arrives in Norway for launch
Australia’s hypersonic scramjet has arrived safe in Norway, where the team will prepare it for its 8600km/h “hypersonic swan-dive” from the edge of space. The … Read more
Seniors Are Not Just Wrinkly Adults; Have Special Needs in ER
Emergency patients over the age of 74 have significantly different and more complex health and social needs than their younger counterparts, even after controlling for … Read more
Review highlights need for more education and guidance on CAM use in midwifery
Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is increasingly popular in maternity care, but healthcare professionals need formal evidence-based education and guidance about its use, according to a review in the March issue of the Journal of Advanced…
Practice more important than age in learning to use computer mouse
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Children as young as 5 years old can learn how to use a computer mouse, new research suggests.
While age is an important component in determining how well a child controls a mouse, the study also found that how frequently a c…
Membership in many groups leads to quick recovery from physical challenges
Los Angeles, CA (December 15, 2010) Being a part of many different social groups can improve mental health and help a person cope with stressful events. It also leads to better physical health, making you more able to withstand — and recover faster…
Scientists call for protection of Australia’s subtropic seas
Leading scientists and marine managers have called for a greater national effort to protect vital 1000-kilometre stretches of ocean bordering the middle of Australia’s eastern and western coastlines.
In a major statement entitled The Coffs Harbour…
