Latest Infectious Disease News

Genetic Signatures has formed a strategic partnership with Tecan and Repado to develop a fully automated, scalable infectious disease testing platform integrating advanced automation, compliant software, and proprietary assays.

Atomo Diagnostics has successfully placed $260,000 of the shortfall from its recent Share Purchase Plan, issuing over 14 million shares and options to sophisticated investors. This capital injection strengthens the company’s working capital position as it advances its rapid diagnostic test business.

Island Pharmaceuticals has accelerated its acquisition of the Galidesivir antiviral program from BioCryst Pharmaceuticals, adding a clinically advanced asset with significant US government backing and a promising regulatory pathway.

Atomo Diagnostics has successfully closed a Share Purchase Plan and secured shareholder approval for a Tranche 2 Placement, raising a combined $1.53 million to support its ongoing operations.

Invion Limited launches a Loyalty Option entitlement offer aimed at raising up to $16 million to support its advancing cancer clinical trials, including a promising anogenital cancer study with Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre.

Recce Pharmaceuticals has completed a A$15.8 million capital raise to fund pivotal Phase 3 clinical trials and progress its FDA application, positioning the company for potential commercial breakthroughs in antibiotic-resistant infections.

Invion Limited reports no adverse events and early lesion reduction in its Phase I/II non-melanoma skin cancer trial, advancing to dose optimization.

Noxopharm has secured ethics approval to commence the HERACLES trial, marking the first human study of its novel SOF-SKN™ drug aimed at chronic inflammatory diseases.

Genetic Signatures Ltd reported a robust 71% jump in quarterly sales to $2.9 million, fueled by strong respiratory testing demand in Australia and key US commercial contracts. The company is advancing its automation and instrument customisation strategy to streamline molecular diagnostics offerings.

Noxopharm Limited has successfully cleared key preclinical hurdles for its SOF-SKN™ lupus drug and expanded its Sofra™ platform collaborations, supported by fresh funding to propel upcoming clinical trials.

Atomo Diagnostics reports a robust Q2 FY25 with $1.2 million revenue driven by HIV self-test sales and a significant $2.44 million government grant for syphilis test development. The company advances its market footprint in Australia and New Zealand while maintaining a strong cash position.

Recce Pharmaceuticals has successfully dosed all patients in its Phase II trial of RECCE® 327 topical gel for acute bacterial skin infections, showing encouraging preliminary efficacy and safety data. The company is preparing for pivotal Phase III trials in Australia and Indonesia, targeting a significant global market opportunity.