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01 May 2024
Tsetse fly protein provides anti-clotting agent with its own on-off switch
A completely novel way to develop 'surpamolecules' for drug discovery could have application in immunotherapy as well as this breakthrough design for an anticoagulant with on-demand reversibility.
16 April 2024
Program aims to break down dementia stigma in Chinese Australian communities
Stigma about the disease is deterring Chinese Australians from seeking early diagnosis and support. University of Sydney researchers are working with the Chinese community to change that.
15 April 2024
Important health information missing in online food delivery menus
Many menu items on online food delivery services do not display important nutritional information. Researchers say current NSW menu labelling laws should be updated and monitored closely on online food delivery services.
10 April 2024
Evidence doesn't support spinal cord stimulators for chronic back pain - and they could cause harm
A recent ABC 4 Corners episode questioned the use of surgically implanted devices called spinal cord stimulators for chronic back pain. Dr Adrian Traegar and co-authors investigate the evidence base.
10 April 2024
Sydney leads new trial of youth vaping schools program
The University of Sydney is leading a new approach to reduce the number of young people vaping and smoking in a trial in schools across the country.