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Entropy Neurodynamics has dosed its third patient with TRP-8803 in a Binge Eating Disorder trial, achieving a full and controlled psychedelic response that underscores the drug’s potential for precise therapeutic delivery.

PainChek has secured a landmark agreement with Sabra Health Care REIT to deploy its AI-powered pain assessment across up to 20,000 beds in North America, marking a pivotal step in its US expansion.

Clarity Pharmaceuticals has secured a major manufacturing deal with Nucleus RadioPharma to produce its next-generation prostate cancer imaging agent, 64Cu-SAR-bisPSMA, ramping up supply ahead of anticipated US market entry.

Audeara Ltd has posted its second straight quarter of positive operating cash flow, driven by a record Australian wholesale order and expanding technology licensing deals. The company’s cash balance rose to $1.05 million as it advances global market expansions.

Vectus Biosystems has completed the sale of its VB4-P5 renal fibrosis compound to Canadian biotech XORTX, receiving a near 10% equity stake and warrants. This move aligns with Vectus’ strategy to develop drug candidates to a stage attractive to partners while focusing on its lead compound VB0004.

Green Cross Health (NZX: GXH) has acknowledged discussions with third parties about a possible sale of its Medical division but emphasised that no transaction is guaranteed. The company remains committed to updating shareholders as the situation develops.

Pro Medicus has secured a 5-year, A$37 million contract renewal with Northwestern Medicine, featuring higher minimum usage commitments and increased fees per transaction, reflecting growth in exam volumes.

EMVision Medical Devices has ramped up recruitment in its pivotal FDA trial across eight hospitals and is nearing results from multiple pre-hospital studies, all while bolstering its cash position with a $3.8 million R&D tax refund and $6.6 million in grant funding.

Argent BioPharma has finalized the acquisition of CannPal Animal Therapeutics, securing a Phase 3 veterinary epilepsy asset with near-term commercial prospects and an option to acquire the Neuvis® drug delivery platform, enhancing its neurological portfolio and U.S. market ambitions.

Monash IVF has received a revised $0.90 per share acquisition proposal from a consortium led by Genesis Capital and WHSP Holdings, upping the ante from a previous $0.80 offer. The deal hinges on exclusivity and unanimous board support, with no guarantee of completion.

Talius Group has inked a Master Services Agreement with Adventist Retirement Plus to roll out its Nurse Call and Sleep Systems across two Queensland villages, setting the stage for wider expansion and recurring revenue growth.

Telix Pharmaceuticals and Regeneron have entered a strategic collaboration to co-develop next-generation radiopharmaceutical therapies, with Telix receiving a $40 million upfront payment and potential milestones exceeding $2 billion.