Netherlands-based company QIAGEN will collaborate with California's 10x Genomics on the development and promotion of next-generation sequencing (NGS), single-cell biology and bioinformatics solutions. [ + ]

AIB Labs has opened applications to its Research Infrastructure Fund — a grant program designed to facilitate the establishment and running of research service facilities to serve the needs of the South Australian bioscience research community. [ + ]

With the support of the Medical Device Partnering Program, Fluoro Medical will this year launch a foldable splint that can fit into a first aid kit. [ + ]

A new ASTM standard will enable manufacturers and regulators to determine whether the most sustainable chemicals are being used for consumer products, thus encouraging the use of such chemicals. [ + ]

Japanese researchers have developed a harmless and non-invasive method of measuring blood glucose using far-infrared light. [ + ]

Researchers have discovered that supposed 'junk' DNA — that is, DNA which does not contain genes that code for proteins — plays a role in suppressing breast cancer. [ + ]

'Mass Hysteria' is the third instalment in an animated online series featuring the SI Superheroes. [ + ]

The personal genetics company 23andMe has released the results of one of the largest genome-wide association studies of its kind, identifying genetic variants associated with being a morning person. [ + ]

The ACRF International Centre for the Proteome of Cancer (ProCan) will serve as the flagship for 'industrialised proteomics' — that is, large-scale protein analysis. [ + ]

TBG Diagnostics, formerly known as Progen Pharmaceuticals, has been relisted on the ASX under the code TDL. [ + ]

In his first statement as Australia's Chief Scientist, Dr Alan Finkel AO said he wants to use his new position to "tell Australia's great success stories". [ + ]

Researchers have identified a prognostic biomarker, the neuropeptide pro-NPY, which may help determine the risk of dying from prostate cancer. [ + ]

The Australian Geoscience Council and the Australian Academy of Science have announced the winners of the 34th International Geological Congress Travel Grants, worth $30,000. [ + ]

Researchers have reported a method for making wrinkle-resistant cotton fabrics that is said to be more environmentally friendly and cost-effective than current techniques. [ + ]

The United States Patent and Trademark Office has granted a patent for the IMP731 antibody, owned by Australian biotech company Prima BioMed. [ + ]