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Actinogen Medical’s XanaMIA Phase 2b/3 trial for Alzheimer’s disease has received a positive safety recommendation from its independent Data Monitoring Committee, allowing the study to proceed unchanged. Investors now await the critical efficacy analysis scheduled for January 2026.

Vectus Biosystems has responded to an ASX price query following a dramatic spike in its share price and trading volume, denying any undisclosed information and confirming compliance with ASX rules.

NeuroScientific Biopharmaceuticals has initiated treatment of its fourth patient under the Special Access Scheme for StemSmart™, progressing towards a Phase 2 trial targeting severe Crohn’s disease.

Invex Therapeutics Ltd has had its trading suspension lifted following an announcement of new board and officer appointments, signaling a fresh chapter for the biotech company.

Memphasys Limited has successfully raised over $1.1 million through a pro-rata entitlement offer to accelerate the commercialisation of its innovative Felix™ sperm selection system, targeting key regulatory approvals and market expansion.

Invex Therapeutics Ltd has been suspended from trading on the ASX due to a failure to maintain the minimum number of directors required by law. The suspension will remain until the company rectifies its governance structure and complies with listing rules.

Chimeric Therapeutics has responded to ASX inquiries regarding the disclosure timing and materiality of new clinical data from its ADVENT-AML trial, emphasizing compliance with continuous disclosure rules and the careful verification of promising patient responses.

Zoono Group has secured a five-year exclusive contract with Mpact Operations to apply its antimicrobial technology to corrugated packaging for fresh produce in South Africa and Namibia, aiming to extend shelf-life and reduce food waste.

Immuron Limited has secured FDA approval for its IMM-529 Investigational New Drug application, clearing the way for a Phase 2 clinical trial targeting Clostridioides difficile infection. This milestone marks a significant step forward for a novel oral antibody therapy addressing a critical infectious disease with high recurrence rates.

Mesoblast is set to meet the FDA in December to discuss compelling Phase 3 data showing its cell therapy rexlemestrocel-L may significantly reduce opioid use in chronic low back pain patients. This meeting could mark a pivotal step in addressing the US opioid crisis through innovative regenerative medicine.

Tryptamine Therapeutics has raised $6.1 million to fast-track clinical development of its IV-infused psilocin drug TRP-8803, targeting binge eating disorder and other neuropsychiatric conditions.

Immutep Limited has received a significant A$4.6 million cash payment from the French government’s R&D tax incentive scheme, supporting its ongoing immunotherapy clinical programs.