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Arovella Therapeutics has released a second clinical batch of its off-the-shelf CAR-iNKT therapy ALA-101, with material expected to support dose escalation and the start of dose expansion in blood cancers. The company is also adding hospital sites ahead of anticipated first-patient dosing in late October.

Arovella Therapeutics secured ethics approval and manufactured its first clinical batch of ALA-101, targeting blood cancers, while progressing its solid tumour program and refining autoimmune strategies. The company ended the quarter with $14.4 million in cash, supporting imminent clinical milestones.

Arovella Therapeutics has named Dr Nicole Van Der Weerden as acting CEO following Dr Michael Baker’s departure, positioning her to steer the company through the critical phase I trial of its CAR-iNKT therapy ALA-101.

Arovella Therapeutics undergoes a major board overhaul and CEO resignation following a shareholder push, as the company embarks on a strategic review of its cell therapy platform.

Arovella Therapeutics has demonstrated that its novel CLDN18.2-targeting CAR incorporated into iNKT cells effectively eliminates pancreatic and gastric cancer cells in vitro, with IL-12-TM armouring enhancing potency and durability.

Arovella Therapeutics has secured TGA confirmation to advance its Phase 1 trial of ALA-101 in Australia via the efficient Clinical Trial Notification pathway, following FDA clearance in the US.

Arovella Therapeutics reported a 22% increase in half-year losses to $1.88 million while securing FDA acceptance of its IND application for lead asset ALA-101, paving the way for first-in-human trials.

Arovella Therapeutics has secured a crucial regulatory nod from the U.S. FDA, allowing its lead CAR-iNKT cell therapy, ALA-101, to enter first-in-human clinical trials targeting blood cancers.

Arovella Therapeutics has filed an IND application for its lead CAR-iNKT therapy ALA-101, selected a CRO for its upcoming phase 1 trial, and secured $19.4 million in cash to fund clinical progress and pipeline expansion.

Arovella Therapeutics has taken a significant step forward by submitting an IND application to the U.S. FDA for its lead CAR-iNKT cell therapy, ALA-101, targeting blood cancers. This milestone paves the way for a first-in-human Phase 1 trial in both Australia and the U.S.

Arovella Therapeutics reported solid progress in Q1 FY26, moving closer to initiating its first-in-human trial for ALA-101 while securing key patents and maintaining a strong cash position.

Arovella Therapeutics has secured encouraging feedback from the US FDA on reagent testing for its CAR-iNKT cell therapy, setting the stage for an IND filing this quarter and clinical trials in early 2026.