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Biome Australia has taken a significant step in its innovation journey by filing a patent for its next generation probiotic strain BMB18, with a clinical trial set to begin in Q4 FY26 in partnership with La Trobe University.

Alterity Therapeutics has secured FDA alignment on the chemistry and manufacturing controls for its ATH434 Phase 3 trial in Multiple System Atrophy, marking a pivotal regulatory milestone ahead of the planned mid-2026 End-of-Phase 2 meeting.

Noxopharm’s Sofra™ oligonucleotides, delivered via InhaTarget’s inhalable lipid nanoparticles, achieved a significant reduction in lung inflammation in preclinical models, broadening Sofra’s therapeutic reach and delivery versatility.

Neuren Pharmaceuticals reported a solid A$30.4 million net profit in 2025, powered by a 15% rise in DAYBUE® royalties. The company is progressing its NNZ-2591 Phase 3 trial for Phelan-McDermid syndrome and has initiated a share buy-back amid perceived undervaluation.

Skin Elements has inked a binding deal to acquire the Mount Ida Gold Project in Western Australia, aiming to boost its gold assets through a planned capital raise. The move signals a pivot towards mining growth alongside its existing biotech ventures.

Noxopharm signed a strategic MoU with Tezcat Biosciences, published major Sofra RNA research, and appointed Dr Olivier Laczka as CEO, while reporting positive safety data from its HERACLES trial and improving cash flow.

Cambium Bio has secured FDA confirmation that a single pivotal Phase 3 trial plus confirmatory evidence will suffice for Biologics License Application submission for Elate Ocular, significantly reducing development expenses and accelerating the pathway to market.

BPH Global’s Indonesian arm has entered Stage 2 of its collaboration with Indonesia’s National Research and Innovation Agency to develop fucoidan extraction technology and a powdered supplement prototype, targeting commercialisation within months.

Radiopharm Theranostics (ASX: RAD) has completed enrolment in its Phase 2b RAD 101 brain metastases imaging trial with interim data showing 90% concordance with MRI, while progressing early-stage trials of therapeutic candidates RAD 202, RV-01, and RAD 402. The company reported a $19.2 million cash balance at quarter end, down from $34.5 million, with a net operating cash outflow of $14.9 million driven by milestone-related R&D and staff costs.

Racura Oncology has detailed how its lead drug candidate, (E,E)-bisantrene, silences the cancer-driving MYC gene by stabilising G-quadruplex DNA structures, providing critical preclinical validation ahead of ongoing clinical trials.

Alterity Therapeutics has unveiled fresh Phase 2 data revealing ATH434’s ability to slow functional decline in Multiple System Atrophy patients, measured by the novel MuSyCA scale. This reinforces the drug’s disease-modifying potential ahead of pivotal Phase 3 trials.

Noxopharm reports preclinical data revealing SOF-SKN’s active ingredient remains in skin tissues for about 3.5 days with minimal systemic absorption, supporting less frequent dosing and sustained activity for cutaneous lupus treatment.