Marine sponge tests point to human microbiome answers
Using marine sponges, Flinders University researchers have developed a new technique to read complex microbial populations – a technique that could also be applied to improve […]
Leading students bolster best research
Flinders University’s most innovative research is being greatly assisted by the input of leading students undertaking Higher Degrees by Research – helping to further the application […]
New nano ways illuminate future of medicine
The future of improved biomarkers is looking brighter as Flinders University researchers shine a laser light on promising new ‘green’ compounds for medical applications. Streamlining production […]
Conference to discuss role of Chinese medicine
Traditional Chinese Medicine is a growing industry and South Australia is emerging as potential key supplier of medicine ingredients. The role of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) […]
Flinders in SA-China joint research lab
A joint agreement to conduct bold and innovative research into marine and terrestrial biotechnology products has been signed by Flinders University and Shandong Academy of Sciences in China. The new joint […]
Goodness for bones in new marine product
Seaweed-lobster jelly that helps children get more calcium is just one of several products set to roll out from Flinders University biomedical research team. A new […]
How to ID a sea sponge
With more than 8,700 known species worldwide, sea sponges (phylum Porifera) are difficult to identify but Flinders University researchers have developed a new identification protocol.
Seaweed project makes a splash
CSIRO senior scientists will join forces with Flinders researchers to bring a new health product from the lab to market.
Marine biotech looks to new frontiers
Demand for marine bioresources such as algae, sea cucumber, squid, chitin and collagen are growing for use in health foods, functional products, drugs and industrial biomaterials, a Flinders symposium has heard.