Latest Immuno Oncology News

Imugene Limited has received a $5.87 million R&D tax refund, reinforcing its capacity to advance clinical trials in immuno-oncology. This funding milestone supports the development of its innovative cancer therapies, including CAR T cell treatments and oncolytic virotherapy.

Percheron Therapeutics has licensed HMBD-002, a promising immuno-oncology monoclonal antibody targeting VISTA, from Hummingbird Bioscience, marking a strategic pivot after recent setbacks. The company plans to initiate phase II trials in 2026, aiming to advance this novel cancer therapy toward commercialisation.

Immutep’s novel immunotherapy combination with KEYTRUDA and chemotherapy shows a 60.8% response rate in first-line non-small cell lung cancer, outperforming historical benchmarks especially in patients with low PD-L1 expression.

Immutep’s combination of eftilagimod alfa (efti) and KEYTRUDA® delivers a striking 17.6-month median overall survival in head and neck cancer patients with low PD-L1 expression, a group with limited treatment options.

Imugene Limited reports encouraging Phase 1b results for azer-cel in lymphoma, secures FDA Fast Track status, and strengthens patent portfolio while raising A$20 million to fuel ongoing immuno-oncology programs.

Immutep Limited has dosed the first patient in its pivotal Phase III lung cancer trial and completed enrolments in multiple studies, supported by a robust cash position expected to fund operations through 2026.

Microba Life Sciences reports a remarkable 102% revenue increase in Q2 FY25, driven by strong sales of its MetaXplore test in Australia and promising early traction in the UK. The company also advances its therapeutic pipeline with key clinical milestones.

Microba Life Sciences reported a robust Q2 FY25 with revenue more than doubling year-on-year, driven by strong sales of its MetaXplore microbiome test in Australia and promising early adoption in the UK.

Imugene Limited has secured A$20 million through convertible notes as part of a broader A$46 million capital raise, aiming to advance its promising immuno-oncology pipeline.