Latest Infectious Disease News

Neurizon Therapeutics has been granted a key Australian patent for its lead drug candidate NUZ-001, extending protection for treatments targeting ALS, Alzheimer's, and other neurodegenerative diseases through 2041. This milestone complements earlier US patent grants and sets the stage for upcoming clinical trials.

Invion Limited has secured $0.8 million through convertible notes to repay its Lind Global Fund II LP facility and support working capital, positioning itself for potential global licensing deals of its Photosoft technology.

Immuron Limited has taken a significant step forward by submitting an Investigational New Drug application to the FDA for IMM-529, targeting Clostridioides difficile infection. The company aims to start Phase 2 trials in early 2026, addressing a critical unmet need in infectious disease treatment.

Island Pharmaceuticals has submitted a detailed briefing to the FDA aiming to accelerate approval of its antiviral Galidesivir for Marburg virus under the Animal Rule, with feedback expected by November.

Sonic Healthcare announces a major leadership transition with Dr Colin Goldschmidt retiring after 32 years as CEO, succeeded by Dr Jim Newcombe. The company also appoints Evangelos Kotsopoulos as Chief Operating Officer to support its global growth ambitions.

Recce Pharmaceuticals reported a 21% increase in net loss to $21.4 million for FY2025, driven by intensified R&D spending. The company secured key regulatory approvals for Phase 3 trials of its lead anti-infective gel and bolstered its financial position with significant capital raises and grants.

Immuron Ltd reported a robust 49% increase in FY25 global sales, driven by strong Travelan® growth, while gearing up for a ProIBS launch and pivotal FDA meetings in 2025-26.

PYC Therapeutics has reported promising safety data from the initial phase of its clinical trial for PYC-003, an RNA therapy targeting the root cause of Polycystic Kidney Disease. The findings, presented at the ANZSN conference, highlight the drug’s tolerability in healthy volunteers, paving the way for further clinical development.

Starpharma reports a significant 183% jump in FY25 revenue to $4.9 million, alongside a 31% reduction in losses and a solid cash position of $15.4 million. The biotech firm’s progress underscores growing momentum in its dendrimer technology pipeline.

Genetic Signatures reported a 63% revenue increase to $15.9 million in FY25, alongside a 28% reduction in underlying losses and a strategic shift in its automated diagnostics platform development.

Atomo Diagnostics reports a significant expansion in its supply agreement with Lumos for the Pascal test cassette, tied to the promising CLIA waiver status of the FebriDx test in the US. This deal could nearly double Atomo’s revenues over the next three years.

Atomo Diagnostics has successfully placed $416,611.77 from its Share Purchase Plan shortfall, bolstered by a recent US order from Lumos Diagnostics. This capital injection strengthens Atomo’s position as it scales up production of its Pascal cassettes.