Facilitating drug development using full-length transmembrane protein platforms

Facilitating drug development using full-length transmembrane protein platforms

A crucial step in preclinical drug development is the confirmation of the specific binding of the new therapeutic molecule to the target protein. Transmembrane proteins (TPs) such as ion channels, transporters or receptors provide many targets for cancer and other diseases. They are complex, making the production of those proteins in adequate amounts much more … Read more

Battery-free technology devices with ambient RF signals

Widespread wireless technologies such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and 5G rely on radio frequency (RF) signals to send and receive data. A new prototype of an energy harvesting module – developed by a team led by scientists from the National University of Singapore (NUS) – can now convert ambient or ‘waste’ RF signals into direct current … Read more

Fraser Coast Council approves development of 18-storey Sheraton resort in Hervey Bay

Briefly: A luxury hotel development has been approved by the Fraser Coast Regional Council. Supporters and opponents have clashed in a debate over the future of Hervey Bay. What is expected next? Developer Sunny Beach Land is making plans to begin construction. A controversial 18-storey, 5-star resort has been approved in regional Queensland, making it … Read more

Australia’s Iron Ore Deposits 1 Billion Years Younger

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Iron ore is the main ingredient in steel production. One of the mainstays of the Australian economy, it contributes $124 billion to national income each year. This is not surprising, given that Western Australia is home to some of the largest deposits of iron ore on Earth, and 96% of Australia’s iron ore comes from … Read more

Lizard robot study reveals keys to optimal locomotion

Could a robot that mimics a climbing and walking lizard provide new insights into the evolution and advantages of different locomotion in humans and other animals? The answer is yes, according to a new international, interdisciplinary study published overnight in Nature Robotics, co-authored by Dr Christofer Clemente of the University of the Sunshine Coast. “These … Read more

The motor industry pushes to extend the benefit tax break for plug-in hybrid cars as sales grow

Briefly: Plug-in hybrid sales have more than doubled from last year, but the planned end of a tax rebate could put a damper on that. The motor industry is pushing for the rebate to be extended as part of wider efforts to cut emissions. What is expected next? The fringe benefit tax exemption for plug-in … Read more

Unlocking the microbial blueprint of soil evolution

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An artist’s rendition of the hazy atmosphere of the Archaean Earth – a pale orange blob. Credit: NASA Goddard Space Flight Center/Francis Reddy Scientists examine the far-reaching impact of microorganisms on Earth’s history, tracing their influence through isotopic and genetic evidence. The study highlights the link between microbial activity and major environmental changes, such as … Read more

Achieving Creative Scale Effectively: Amaysim’s VP and CMO express an agile mindset, bold creative prowess, and relentless value, delivering 25 percent growth in three years and the foundations for successful product expansion

Personalization Enablers include data-driven insights and martech investments. MacGregor is coy about the mix of solutions Amaysim has in the stack, calling it telecom’s “secret sauce,” although it has been publicly reported that Twilio Segment, Salesforce Marketing Cloud, Adobe Experience Manager, Kapello and Google Ads are in the mix at Amaysim during the last few … Read more

Sodium-ion batteries are set to spark the renewable energy revolution – and Australia needs to be ready

Sodium-ion batteries set to spark renewable energy revolution – and Australia must be ready

The extent to which renewables should dominate Australia’s energy grids is a key issue in science and policy. Solar and wind are undoubtedly now the cheapest form of electricity. But limitations on these technologies could undermine the case for a renewable-only electricity mix. The challenges presented by solar and wind generators are real. They are … Read more