Spire Corp. (Nasdaq: SPIR) 26.5% HIGHER; appears to be breaking out technically today. The stock hasn’t been over the $5 level since late October. In addition, shares moved over the 200-day smooth moving average this morning.

AspenBio Pharma, Inc. (NASDAQ: APPY) 22.5% HIGHER; reported on its progress and plans for the Premarket Notification 510(k) submission of its ELISA format AppyScore test. AppyScore is the first blood-based test designed to aid in the evaluation of patients suspected of having acute appendicitis. Click here for the full report.

MACC Private Equities Inc. (Nasdaq: MACC) 19.2% LOWER; reports FY09 total investment