From the Director: a quick word about 2015 |
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Welcome to 2015. Lightspeed is now much shorter, we have a new Head of Industry Engagement & Communications, and we're holding an open day this year!
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Immune system 'guards the border' in human skin |
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New findings about how human immune cells in human skin detect fat-like molecules called lipids that can indicate an infection may help in the fight against infections, allergies and cancer.
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Better solar panels and more to come |
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Consumers can look forward to better and cheaper solar panels and future LCD screens, thanks to the recent discovery of a new type of liquid crystal.
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Synchrotron puts carnivorous mushrooms under the spotlight |
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The deadly secrets of a carnivorous mushroom are being revealed with the help of the Australian Synchrotron. The results could lead to new medical drugs and pest-resistant plants.
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Synchrotron-related events in Australia and overseas.
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