Australian scientists have made a malaria breakthrough as they have found a very effective way to cure malaria by stimulating one’s immune system via a synthetic protein. The protein called PD-L2 has been developed by researchers at QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute in Brisbane. The malaria cure has been highly effective in mice.
World’s banana supply is facing a lethal threat from a fast-advancing disease compound, known as the Sigatoka complex. University of California plant pathologist Ioannis Stergiopoulos believes that this disease has the power to wipe out bananas from the world in the next five to 10 years.
A new study has suggested that taking the common pain-relieving medication acetaminophen during pregnancy may be associated with increased risk of multiple behavioural problems in children. Acetaminophen is used by numerous pregnant women for pain and fever and is considered safe during pregnancy.
British scientists have confirmed life after death and have revealed that consciousness continues even after the physical body is dead. The scientists studied more than 2,000 people and confirmed that thought persists after death. The experts also have convincing evidence of an out-of-body experience for a patient who was declared dead by doctors.
Andrews government has revealed that an independent medical committee with 16 people will supervise the medicinal cannabis rollout in Victoria. The committee will also advise the next group of patients who will be provided access to the drug. The government committed $28.5 million in this year’s budget to make medical marijuana available next year to children suffering from severe epilepsy.
Jessica Minh Anh, who has captured the world with her runway visions and natural use of iconic landmarks, now returns to New York to close her most recent runway series.
New research has revealed that a commonly-used anti-inflammatory drug may be used to treat the dreaded Alzheimer’s disease. The researchers used an experimental model of Alzheimer's and found out that the drug successfully treated the condition. The anti-inflammatory drug completely reversed brain inflammation and memory loss in mice.
Australian researchers may solve transplant shortages worldwide after they made a breakthrough in cornea treatment. They developed an innovative cornea treatment that is capable of reducing the need for traditional donor issue transplants. Worldwide cornea shortage may be solved with the hydrogel film developed by the scientists.
Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) has said it is unfortunate that evidence of a possible greyhound burial site has been removed, north of Newcastle. Officers went to examine the site on Monday after reports came in of at least seven canine skulls in bushland at Swan Bay. However, the inspectors after reaching the site could find only one of the skulls.
A cassowary has been relocated by wildlife officers after it attacked a man in far north Queensland. The man was attacked on Aug. 8 near Tully. However, he escaped with only minor cuts and bruises and no serious injuries, the Department of Environment and Heritage Protection revealed. The reason why it attacked is not fully known but it is believed it got aggressive after it was not provided with food.
NSW Health Minister Jillian Skinner will be officially opening a $5 million research lab on Friday at the Westmead Institute that is set to enable considerable progress in the field of melanoma research and save lives of many Australians.
Mediterranean diet (MedDiet) has been endorsed by many but new research has showed that it can even slow down cognitive decline in patients. Apart from being good for the heart, the Mediterranean diet is good for the mind too. It may help keep Alzheimer’s at bay.
A Queensland study has found that only a dramatic increase in exercise may allow Australians combat stroke and heart diseases. Moreover, researchers at The University of Queensland that a five-fold increase of the current World Health Organisation (WHO) recommendations may also reduce bowel and breast cancers as well as diabetes.
Calcium oxalate crystals, the most common component of human kidney stones, may be dissolved by a natural fruit extract, US researchers have found. The finding may lead to the first advancement in treating calcium oxalate stones in 30 years.
A breastfeeding mother, who is also a maternity ward nurse, almost killed her baby after she went on a raw food only diet. She narrowly avoided jail term after she agreed to provide evidence against her naturopath.
Discovery of ancient skeletons in Serbia has unearthed ancient magic spells. Now, archaeologists are trying to decipher these magic spells that are engraved on tiny rolls of silver and gold. These rolls were found alongside human skeletons buried almost 2,000 years ago. Chief archaeologist at the site in eastern Serbia, Miomir Korac, called this a “Middle Eastern mystery.” The language on the rolls is Aramaic and the alphabets are Greek.
New research has suggested that being lazy may mean one is highly intelligent. Thus, going by the research findings, people who spend a lot of time lazing around, may actually be more intelligent that the ones who are active. The study was conducted by Florida Gulf Coast University researchers and it suggests that people with high IQ don’t bore easily.
Archaeologists in a new study have stated that they have discovered numerous ancient stone tools near Azraq, Jordan, that still contain traces of animal residue. Some of the food items in this Paleolithic menu are similar to the modern eater and many are not so similar.
An international team of scientists has revealed that the 4,000-year-old legend that the Chinese civilisation formed after a great flood may well be true. Up to now, there was no evidence to suggest that such a flood ever happened in the Yellow River basin.
The Great Barrier Reef’s tiger sharks are opting for an easy way out while hunting for preys. They are going for an “easy feast” by feeding on dead turtles. The decade-long tiger shark study has revealed that the predators prefer easy meals than stalking prey.
According to a secret study of Australian pubs and clubs, drinkers get more intoxicated at venues with more men. Deakin University researchers have called for lockout laws in Victoria after they found a link between inebriation and proportion of men and young people at a venue.
According to a US study released on Monday, young people keep vaping due to e-cigarettes’ low cost after being attracted by their alluring flavours. The young generation are increasingly trying e-cigarettes due to their curiosity and flavours that range from pizza to fairy floss to cotton candy.
There is bad news for parents as new research has suggested that head lice have grown immunity to over-the-counter products that are used to treat them. However, the Australian researcher, who carried out the study, also shared an effective tip to combat head lice. The tip to remove lice infestation involves a cheap conditioner, a fine-tooth comb and some patience.
Researchers have found that whales’ ultrasonic hearing has an ancient history. Their high-frequency hearing abilities arose earlier than anticipated. Morgan Churchill of New York Institute of Technology in Old Westbury, New York, said that the high-frequency hearing of whales may have preceded the emergence of echolocation.
Archaeologists are of the opinion that they have found the birthplace of King Arthur. The birthplace is believed to have been found near a 13th century castle by the English seaside. The Dark Age castle has been found on Cornwall’s windswept coast sparking speculation that the legend of King Arthur may well be based on some truth.
Revolutionary self-propelling liquid metals are slowly bridging the gap between science fiction and reality. Shape-shifting Terminator T-1000 robot may soon be a reality after scientists have announced a liquid-metal breakthrough. It may be possible to develop a 3D liquid metal humanoid, researchers said.
After more than 80 people were struck down by a national salmonella outbreak in Australia this week and the strain was linked to the “Red Dirt” Rockmelons, sale of rockmelons have fallen drastically. This is despite the rare bacterial strain of salmonella being isolated to the Northern Territory. The outbreak has rocked the industry and cut profits.
Melbourne health authorities have been forced to issue an alert after 20 people had to be admitted in hospitals after consuming a new batch of synthetic cannabis known as “Blue Lotus.” The consumers of the new batch were admitted in a state of psychosis and that has health authorities worried.
Nintendo’s next console, the Nintendo NX, is still a surprise at this point. The company has not yet revealed any specific details as to its actual design, features, or even the kind of performance that players can expect of the console.
Untested stem cell treatments are rapidly increasing in Australia because of a regulatory loophole that allows businesses offer potentially harmful or ineffective treatments. As per a new study, Australia has one of the world’s highest concentrations of stem cell businesses that advertise cosmetic and medical treatments online. There is even lack of evidence about the safety and effectiveness of some of the procedures.
