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Platypus needs large gene pool
Sunday, 20 May 2012
The Australian platypus is at risk of extinction on small islands due to a lack of genetic diversity, a study has found.
Next-gen cancer drugs on the way
Sunday, 20 May 2012
A new type of drug that stops the growth of cancer with minimal side effects and without harming other cells is in development.
Drug shrinks brain tumours
Sunday, 20 May 2012
Researchers have reported promising results with a new drug that shrinks brain tumours in patients with melanoma.
Crabs fake it to avoid fights
Thursday, 17 May 2012
Crabs fake their strength when there's little chance of being caught out, suggests research that provides insight into the nature of lying.
Killer dinosaurs found in Aus
Thursday, 17 May 2012
Researchers have found new species of meat-eating dinosaurs in Australia, including tiny cat-like killers and a T. Rex-like predator.
Sea lions fuel ocean life
Wednesday, 16 May 2012
Sea lions help to feed marine ecosystems with their bacteria-rich faeces, research has found.
'Spell check' for DNA developed
Wednesday, 16 May 2012
A researcher has developed a 'spell check' that picks up gene sequencing errors, and could improve the way biologists work.
Coral model predicts bleaching
Wednesday, 16 May 2012
A new model can predict coral bleaching more accurately than current methods, and could help protect vulnerable spots.
Early epilepsy hints at future
Tuesday, 15 May 2012
How epilepsy patients respond to their first treatment can hint at whether they will continue to have uncontrolled seizures, says a study.
Discovery may delay dementia
Monday, 14 May 2012
Researchers have discovered a molecule that stimulates the brain to make neurons, and could help slow the effects of dementia.

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