Dr Stacey Edwards is uncovering the mechanism responsible for inherited disorders that occur seemingly without a clear genetic basis. [ + ]

A study has shown a microRNA being investigated by MiReven can inhibit the spread of metastatic melanoma, reinforcing its prospect as a potential anticancer agent. [ + ]

The expansion of Mesoblast’s MPC adult stem cell development programs came at a cost in 1H13, but the company has more than adequate cash reserves to cover the increased burn. [ + ]

Just like with humans, there is variation among marine species at an individual level. And if there are individuals who cope with the effects of climate change better than others, they may hold the key to the survival of their species. [ + ]

Professor David James and his team are assembling a comprehensive atlas of the phosphoproteome of insulin that is revealing new insights about diabetes. [ + ]

AusBiotech manages two national directories and invites all Australian biotechnology and medical technology companies to list free of charge. [ + ]

Cochlear (ASX:COH) has posted record revenue for the second half of 2012, with sales up 27%, although the share price tumbled over 9% following the news. [ + ]

A combination of Mettler Toledo LabX laboratory software and barcode-reading capabilities makes differential weighing of aeroplane fuel cells at China’s Donghua University easier and faster while still allowing researchers to ensure optimum fuel cell performance. [ + ]

Life Technologies Corporation has announced it will provide a complete laboratory solution to identify an estimated 20,000 human remains found in various mass graves in Libya following the uprising of 2011 and to address missing persons cases from the 42-year regime of Muammar Gaddafi. [ + ]

The Therapeutic Goods Administration has proposed changes to the pre-market assessment requirements in its consultation paper released in January. [ + ]

Sirtuin protein found to reverse age-related degeneration. [ + ]

Professor Paul Martin has his eye on uncovering the complexities of primate colour vision. [ + ]

A major new international food safety training facility, aimed at improving compliance with EU food import standards, has being launched by the UK Food and Environment Research Agency (Fera) and analytical equipment manufacturer Waters. [ + ]

Following a 30-year stint heading up the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute, Sir Gustav Nossal is now a top level advisor helping to advance the cause of global health. Here he reflects on his long and fruitful career. [ + ]

A new study shows how pregnancy hormones can change the epigenome of breast cells, causing cells to become cancerous. [ + ]