Latest Drug Development News

Biotron Limited reported a half-year loss as it completed the acquisition of Sedarex Limited and advanced its Hepatitis B drug candidate BIT-HBV001, backed by a $2.5 million capital raise. The company faces material uncertainty over its going concern status, hinging on securing further funding.

Vectus Biosystems reports a narrowed half-year loss as it advances clinical drug VB0004 and nears a key asset sale to XORTX Therapeutics.

Neuren Pharmaceuticals reports a 15% rise in 2025 royalties from its partner Acadia’s DAYBUE sales, with strong 2026 guidance signalling further growth. The launch of a new powder formulation and ongoing regulatory efforts in Europe and Japan add to the momentum.

Island Pharmaceuticals reports a 213.8% increase in half-year loss to $4.81 million, driven by strategic acquisition and clinical development investments. The company advances its antiviral portfolio with Galidesivir and ISLA-101, supported by strong US regulatory engagement and a $9 million capital raise.

Neurotech International has reported positive long-term safety results for its lead drug candidate NTI164, bolstering its path towards regulatory approval and chronic use in paediatric neurological disorders.

Nexalis Therapeutics has completed a key capital raising milestone, issuing new shares, options, and performance rights following shareholder approval. This move supports the company’s clinical-stage drug development programs targeting pain and mental health.

Invex Therapeutics reports a net loss of $715,582 for H1 2026 while advancing its Exenatide program targeting neurological diseases, alongside notable board reshuffles.

Patrys Limited has appointed Dr Samantha South as its new CEO, aiming to leverage her biotech expertise to fast-track clinical development and commercialisation of its therapeutic antibody pipeline.

Neuren Pharmaceuticals has initiated a discretionary on-market share buy-back program of up to 5%, citing a strong cash position and undervaluation relative to internal and analyst assessments.

Paradigm Biopharmaceuticals has published a pivotal study in PLOS ONE showing sustained pain relief and joint repair in dogs treated with pentosan polysulfate sodium, reinforcing its potential for human osteoarthritis therapy.

Racura Oncology has developed a pioneering blood test that promises to fast-track key data on its cardioprotective drug RC220, potentially shaving two years off the clinical trial timeline. This innovation also enhances patient safety and recruitment prospects in the ongoing RAC-010 CPACS trial.

Noxopharm Limited has secured a major scientific milestone with the publication of its Sofra™ platform research in Nature Immunology, highlighting a novel anti-inflammatory mechanism with broad therapeutic potential.