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Introducing the Australian Tree of Life Informatics Capability
Powering Research and Decision-making for Australian Biodiversity and Agriculture The Australian Tree of Life Informatics Capability is establishing a new digital framework to bridge the gap between the generation of genomics data and its application in on-the-ground...
New native mice species
Two new native mice have scurried into the list of Australian mammal species! The words “species” and “Australia” are unfortunately traditionally linked to their disappearance from our continent’s highly biodiverse ecosystem. Following from last year’s discovery of a...
The Australian Avian genomics initiative is seeking partnerships
We are pleased to announce the first request for partnership for the Australian Avian genomics initiative. The Australian Avian Genomics Initiative aims to build a foundation of molecular data to advance our understanding and conservation of Australia’s unique bird...
NCRIS Australian Synthetic Biology initiative
Our Vision Bioplatforms Australia is leading an exciting initiative that aims to propel Australia into a leadership position in the field of synthetic biology. Our vision is to create a comprehensive suite of resources that will bolster research, accelerate...
The Microbial Ocean Atlas
The Microbial Ocean Atlas: distilling complex data for broader accessibility Microbes are the unsung heroes of our oceans, playing a critical role in maintaining ecosystem health and supporting human well-being. Understanding their dynamics is paramount....
Academy of Science Ukraine-Australia research fund
Bioplatforms Australia and its network of genomics, proteomics and metabolomics facilities are pleased to announce our collaboration with Ukrainian researchers impacted by the ongoing conflict with Russia. We will partner with the Australian Academy of Science through...
Cutting-edge ricin genomics initiative strengthens national security
Bioplatforms Australia, the Defence Science and Technology Group (DSTG), and the Safeguarding Australia through Biotechnology Response and Engagement (SABRE) Alliance have joined forces in a strategic partnership to introduce the Ricin Genomics and Global Origins...
Annual Report 2023
Bioplatforms Australia, enabled by NCRIS investment in research infrastructure, is committed to supporting the Australian life sciences community through a diverse access program, provision of targeted infrastructure requirements, and making integrated capability...
Enhancing Resilience and Flavour in Plant-Based Proteins: The Plant Protein Atlas Initiative
With the world’s population expected to reach unprecedented levels by 2050 and a 73% projected increase in meat consumption, there is an urgent need to double food production. Australia’s plant protein market is poised to reach an estimated value of $18 billion (AUD)...
Bioplatforms Secures Crucial Funding from NCRIS Program to Propel Frontier Omics Technology
Bioplatforms Australia is pleased to announce a significant boost to its capabilities and resources, thanks to a substantial investment from the Australian Government Department of Education through the National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy...
Supporting Australia’s food security and agriculture industry
Supporting Australia’s food security and agriculture industry Over 90% of fruit, vegetables, meat, milk, and eggs sold in Australia are domestically produced, and over half of Australia’s agricultural produce is exported. As an important contributor to the Australian...
Australian based HydGene Renewables raises $6M AUD in seed funding round
Australian based HydGene Renewables raises $6M AUD in seed funding round HydGene Renewables is an innovative start-up providing an alternative green hydrogen solution. Their technology converts biomass waste into green hydrogen on-site and on-demand using an...
Australian Functional Fungi Initiative request for partnership 2023 now open
The Australian Functional Fungi Initiative Request for Partnership 2023 is now open The Australian Functional Fungi Initiative is now seeking partnerships to create foundational biomolecular data resources to fast-track knowledge and innovation of Australian...
Launch of the Australian Functional Fungi Initiative
Bioplatforms Australia are investing $1 million dollars to support the creation of open access biomolecular (genomics, metabolomics, proteomics) data to enhance the identification, knowledge and utilisation of Australian native fungi in both research and industry...
Australian health research infrastructure underpins world-first brain cancer collaboration
The NCRIS Health Group will support Australian brain cancer research through Brain Cancer Biobanking Australia’s project to develop an integrated network of research platforms to improve patient outcomes, test new treatments and work toward a cure, with the...
The Antibiotic Resistant Pathogens Framework Data Initiative multi-omics resource is now published!
Severe sepsis and septic shock have a mortality rate of 20-40% in the setting of optimal resuscitation in wealthy countries and are responsible for the loss of millions of health dollars and tens of thousands of lives every year. Antibiotic intervention remains one of...
Annual Report 2022
Bioplatforms Australia, enabled by NCRIS investment in research infrastructure, is committed to supporting the Australian life sciences community through a diverse access program, provision of targeted infrastructure requirements, and making integrated capability...
National research infrastructure working together to improve the health of Australians
Innovation in Australia’s health and medical research translation has been boosted with the National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy (NCRIS)- enabled health and medical research partners signing a memorandum of understanding (MOU). Bioplatforms...
Bioplatforms proud to support precision medicine cancer PrOSPeCT Trial
Image: Professor David Thomas at the funding announcement. Credit to the Garvan Institute Press Release. Bioplatforms Australia welcomes the recent announcement of the $185 million investment to fast-track treatments for rare and ‘untreatable’ cancers. The Precision...
Bioplatforms is seeking innovative ideas to enhance research capability
Bioplatforms Australia is seeking innovative ideas from current and potential future partners to identify opportunities to deepen and enhance the overall capability and capacity of its network. We are seeking to extend Bioplatforms current suite of research...
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