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Genetic risk scores may be 'basically worthless' for embryo selection
European Society of Human Genetics
Current technology may be unable to give a valuable assessment of an embryo's genetic risk of developing health problems, according to a presentation at the annual conference of the European Society of Human Genetics. Some private companies are now Read more about Genetic risk scores may be 'basically worthless' for embryo selection
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Lack of local context led to gaps in implementing COVID-19 policies across the Indo-Pacific
PLOS ONE
There were substantial gaps between global guidance on COVID-19 contact tracing and quarantine and what happened at a national and local level in countries across the Indo-Pacific, according to Australian research. The study examined the first two Read more about Lack of local context led to gaps in implementing COVID-19 policies across the Indo-Pacific
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Another diabetes drug can help you cut the kilos
JAMA
In a small, Chinese study funded by the drug's manufacturer, a Type 2 diabetes drug called tirzepatide - commonly sold under the names Mounjaro and Zepbound - has been found to be effective in helping people with obesity or overweight, but not Read more about Another diabetes drug can help you cut the kilos
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The Mediterranean diet might just save your life
JAMA Network Open
A US and Swedish study of more than 25,000 US women who were followed up for 25 years found those who stuck to a Mediterranean diet were 23% less likely to die prematurely from any cause than women on other diets. The researchers looked into the Read more about The Mediterranean diet might just save your life
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Mutation in a previously overlooked part of DNA is likely to be a common cause of intellectual disability
Nature Medicine
Mutations in a small but previously overlooked gene, called RNU4-2, have been found to cause developmental disorders and may provide a genetic diagnosis for thousands of people with intellectual disabilities, according to international research. Read more about Mutation in a previously overlooked part of DNA is likely to be a common cause of intellectual disability
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Could AI help us navigate a nuclear missile crisis?
Australian Journal of International Affairs
In a nuclear crisis, like the Cuban Missile Crisis, AI should be used to complement human decision-making and not replace human judgement, argue international experts. The authors say that while AI offers an unemotional perspective, and can enhance Read more about Could AI help us navigate a nuclear missile crisis?
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Fraudulent Kakadu plum product in the international marketplace jeopardises authentic Indigenous products
Food Control
Research confirms that fraudulent Kakadu plum extracts are in circulation online and in the international marketplace. All the overseas supplied powders in the study and compared against authentic Kakadu plum samples, were fakes To coincide with Read more about Fraudulent Kakadu plum product in the international marketplace jeopardises authentic Indigenous products
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Hope and reassurance for adults with eating disorders
Journal of Eating Disorders
New Curtin University research has found an inpatient treatment approach can help adults with eating disorders improve not only their physical health, but also their psychological health. New Curtin University research has found an inpatient Read more about Hope and reassurance for adults with eating disorders
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Review finds radio waves from mobile phones do not affect cognition
Environment International
A World Health Organization commissioned systematic review finds that radio wave exposure from mobile phones do not affect learning, memory, attention span and other cognitive functions like coordination. A World Health Organization (WHO) Read more about Review finds radio waves from mobile phones do not affect cognition
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How effective are the current COVID-19 vaccines as the virus continues to evolve?
New England Journal of Medicine
The COVID-19 vaccines currently available in Australia are still effective, especially against hospitalisation and death, but their effectiveness has dropped as new variants come through, according to research from the US. The team compared COVID-19 Read more about How effective are the current COVID-19 vaccines as the virus continues to evolve?
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Tobacco industry-backed research is still being published in some of the world's biggest medical journals
The BMJ
Research funded by tobacco companies and their subsidiaries is being frequently published across many of the world's most highly cited medical journals, according to an investigation by The BMJ. The investigation looked at the policies of 40 leading Read more about Tobacco industry-backed research is still being published in some of the world's biggest medical journals
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Coevolution a driving force behind biodiversity on Earth
Science
Coevolution is a driving force behind generating biodiversity on Earth, explaining why there are millions of different species, according to a new study led by The Australian National University (ANU). Coevolution is a driving force behind Read more about Coevolution a driving force behind biodiversity on Earth
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Tiny gene editing tool CRISPR goes viral
PLOS Biology
Chinese scientists have modified a tiny version of protein used in gene editing called CRISPR to make it more effective and packed it inside a virus that could be used to deliver gene therapy. Gene editing is a hot topic in medical research because Read more about Tiny gene editing tool CRISPR goes viral
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A shipping emissions regulation may have inadvertently led to ocean warming
Communications Earth & Environment
A 2020 regulation aimed at reducing air pollution from shipping emissions may have inadvertently resulted in the warming of several ocean areas, according to international research. The International Maritime Organization’s 2020 regulation Read more about A shipping emissions regulation may have inadvertently led to ocean warming
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Men made up over half of the injury hospitalisations in a year
This media release contains information some readers may find distressing as it refers to data about mental health, suicide and self-harm. If you or anyone you know needs help, support is available now. Call Lifeline (Aus) on 131 114 or Beyond Blue Read more about Men made up over half of the injury hospitalisations in a year
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EXPERT REACTION: Ticketmaster customers caught up in cybersecurity incident
Australian media is reporting the dark web group ShinyHunters has claimed to have stolen the personal data of millions of Ticketmaster customers worldwide. Below, Australian experts discuss how Ticketmaster should respond, and what people who may be Read more about EXPERT REACTION: Ticketmaster customers caught up in cybersecurity incident
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Picture this: Snapping photos of our food could be good for us
American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.
New Curtin University research reveals taking pictures of food isn’t just content for our social media feeds, but could be the key to improving people’s diets. New Curtin University research reveals taking pictures of food isn’t just content Read more about Picture this: Snapping photos of our food could be good for us
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New desalination technique to bolster global water security as planet warms
Nature Communications
Asimpler and morecost-efficient method for removing salt from seawater using heat, developed by scientists from The Australian National University (ANU), could address unprecedented global water shortages. Asimpler and morecost-efficient method for Read more about New desalination technique to bolster global water security as planet warms
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Portable pathology passes the test
Diagnostics
On-site pathology tests for infectious diseases in rural and remote locations can be just as reliable and accurate as tests carried out in a hospital laboratory, a new report from Flinders University shows. On-site pathology tests for infectious Read more about Portable pathology passes the test
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Slugs and snails love the city, unlike other animals
PLOS ONE
Slugs and snails are city slickers who prefer urban environments, according to international researchers who say other species aren’t so keen on life in the fast lane. The team used data from the environmental database iNaturalist, to see how well Read more about Slugs and snails love the city, unlike other animals
InternationalUniversity of California, USA