RMIT sustainable fashion experts have collaborated with brands to create guidelines aimed at eliminating wasteful designs and promoting durable fashion that supports reuse and recycling.

Researchers from SRM Institute of Science and Technology, led by Dr. KN Aruljothi, have published a study in ExRNA highlighting the role of exosomal RNA (exRNA) in head and neck cancers (HNCs). Exosomal RNAs, including miRNA, mRNA, and lncRNA, are secreted by tumor cells and play a pivotal role in cancer progression by modulating key signaling pathways such as NF-κB, EGFR, and PI3K/AKT/mTOR. These exRNAs influence the tumor microenvironment, promote metastasis, and contribute to immune evasion and therapy resistance. The study underscores the potential of exRNA-based liquid biopsy through saliva and blood samples for early diagnosis and treatment monitoring, presenting a promising avenue for precision oncology in HNC management.

A collaborative research team led by the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), the Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech), and the National Center for Applied Mathematics Shenzhen (NCAMS) has introduced a nitrogen-centric framework that explains the light-absorbing effects of atmospheric organic aerosols. Published in Science, this groundbreaking study reveals that nitrogen-containing compounds play a dominant role in the absorption of sunlight by atmospheric organic aerosols worldwide. This discovery signifies a major step towards improving climate models and developing more targeted strategies to mitigate climate impact of airborne particles.