Researchers from Monash University's Biomedicine Discovery Institute have helped solve the mystery of how emus became flightless, identifying a gene involved in the development and evolution of bird wings.
Biotechnology
Jul 25, 2017
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Research led by Monash University Earth scientists has added a new dimension to understanding life on Mars with the discovery that meteorites may be able to 'trap' evidence of Martian life.
Space Exploration
Jul 20, 2017
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Climate change is a threat to all species, but which species will be under the greatest threat?
Ecology
May 30, 2017
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Monash researchers have identified a new concept - 'orphan memory' - which changes the current thinking around gravitational waves.
General Physics
May 22, 2017
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The stress of unintentional fishing capture has a detrimental impact not only on pregnant rays, but also their unborn offspring, research that is the first of its kind in the world has found.
Ecology
May 15, 2017
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Monash University researchers have used a novel technique to reveal the structure of an important drug target, opening the way for improved treatments of chronic diseases such as osteoporosis, diabetes and obesity.
Biochemistry
Apr 26, 2017
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Monash University scientists have solved a 40-year old mystery and shed light on an evolutionary arms race played out between cytomegalovirus (CMV) and the immune system.
Cell & Microbiology
Apr 4, 2017
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A new study involving biologists from Monash University Australia has found that despite their very different ancestors, dolphins and crocodiles evolved similarly-shaped skulls to feed on similar prey.
Plants & Animals
Mar 8, 2017
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New research involving Monash University biologists has debunked the view that males just pass on genetic material and not much else to their offspring. Instead, it found a father's diet can affect their son's ability ...
Plants & Animals
Feb 17, 2017
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The popular Middle Park beach is under the international spotlight following a world-first study by Monash University chemists who have discovered how sand 'holds its breath'.
Earth Sciences
Nov 28, 2016
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