Monash magazine

Glowing cells to
help mend broken hearts

A protein from a deep-sea jellyfish has helped scientists isolate heart cells in the laboratory, an invaluable aid for cardiac research.

South Africa's secret nuclear history is uncovered, with some lessons to be learnt about peace.

New materials and manufacturing processes are set to revolutionise aerospace technology.

A partnership between Monash University and China's Southeast University to take advantage of China's R&D explosion.

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PATRONAGE SUPPORTS AN ENDURING LEGACY OF KNOWLEDGE
The rich tradition of patronage continues at the Prato Centre in Italy.
WEB OF SCIENCE HELPS SNARE A KILLER
Combining research on fruit flies, mouse embryos, sheep and human tumours helps in the fight against cancer.
FAULTY BRAIN SIGNALS DERAIL THE FAT CONTROLLER
Scientists discovering more about hormone reactions in the brain move closer to effective treatments for obesity.
OUTSMARTING THE SUPERBUGS
Microbiologist Dena Lyras is learning more about hospital superbug Clostridium difficile in order to defeat it.
ANCIENT KNOWLEDGE GIVEN LIFE IN A VIRTUAL WORLD
Indigenous languages, traditions and stories are being preserved in digital spaces.

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SMALL WINNERS IN THE MAMMALIAN RACE TO EVOLVE
New research looks into evolution and changes in the size of mammals over the past 70 million years.
BRAIN IMPLANT TO BE THE EYE OF THE BEHOLDER
A new device implanted directly into the brain could restore vision to millions.
STEM CELLS AND THE TRAVAILS OF HOPE
As people pursue unproven stem cell therapies abroad, researchers are examining what motivates these patients.
CHEMISTRY'S NEW-AGE GREEN REACTION
Nature inspires chemistry with a 21st-century model for sustainability.
HOME-GROWN ELECTRICITY
Techniques for harnessing solar energy are being developed that could soon be built into roofs, walls and windows.

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LABORATORY TO TAKE THE PULSE OF COMMUNITY HEALTH
A study in Malaysia will improve understanding of the factors that influence the health of individuals, families and communities.
GUEST EDITORIAL
Open innovation – the future of R&D collaboration: Jeff Connolly , CEO and Managing Director, Siemens Ltd, Pacific Region.
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