Offering new ways to treat cancer and autoimmune diseases A decade ago, University of Melbourne’s Professor Laura Mackay discovered the “first responders” of our immune system, a unique population of T cells based in our skin, gut and other barrier tissues. Now she’s working to super-charge their protective power to clear infections and fight cancer, and…
DishBrain reveals how human neurons work together to process information Living model of brain could give insights into the mechanisms of how we understand and experience the world A paper published in Nature Communications shows that when neurons are given information about the changing world around them (task-related sensory input) it changes how they behave,…
Insects prove their strength as environmental biomonitors Bees could become biomonitors, checking their neighbourhoods to determine how far antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has spread, according to research by Macquarie University scientists. At least 700,000 people die each year due to drug-resistant diseases, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), which estimates that 10 million people will…
Did you ‘call it’? Or do the results ruffle your feathers? The magpie’s warbling has won over the nation, taking out number one in ABC’s search for Australia’s Favourite animal sound. The call of the magpie was a clear winner, attracting over a staggering 36% of the votes in the final round. “The magpie’s warble…
Friday 18 August Highlights from day seven of National Science Week Researchers, experts, and other interesting people available for interview around the country. NSW: Climate solutions: a heat-wave warning signal; carbon capturing seaweed. NSW: Newcastle’s giant inflatable Poo Palace recreates the journey of food, from lips to loo. ACT: Blade Runner: what do neuroscientists and…
Sunday 20 August: highlights from the final day of National Science Week Researchers, experts, and other interesting people available for interview around the country. NSW: Dr Karl, furry friends, and First Nations bush food walks at the Sydney Science Trail. VIC: Shedding light on Black Holes with Melbourne Planetarium astronomer Dr Tanya Hill. VIC: Is…
Saturday 19 August: highlights from the second last day of National Science Week Researchers, experts, and other interesting people available for interview around the country. NSW: Lessons from 60,000+ years of continuous culture at Redfern’s Indigenous Science Experience. NSW: Find out how Aussie engineer Meganne Christian became a reserve astronaut. VIC: Should we embrace our…
Thursday 17 August Highlights from day six of National Science Week Researchers, experts, and other interesting people available for interview around the country. TAS: Experimental beers with three independent breweries and two thirsty scientists. NSW: The Drag Experiment: meet the people who are scientists by day and drag performers by night. NSW: Could psychedelics unlock…
Great National Science Week stories up for grabs now around Australia More on these below and visit ScienceWeek.net.au/events to find more stories in your area. Scientists, experts, performers and event organisers are available for interview throughout National Science Week. Direct contact details for each event are below or contact Tanya Ha on tanya@scienceinpublic.com.au or 0404…
National Science Week offers dozens of stories featuring powerhouses of Women in Science More on these below and visit ScienceWeek.net.au/events to find more stories in your area. Scientists, experts, performers and event organisers are available for interview throughout National Science Week. Direct contact details for each event are below or contact Tanya Ha on tanya@scienceinpublic.com.au…