Latest Intellectual Property News

Neurizon Therapeutics has been granted a pivotal US patent for its lead drug candidate NUZ-001, extending protection until 2039 and enhancing its commercial and clinical positioning in neurodegenerative disease treatment.

Sunrise Energy Metals has updated its Syerston Scandium Project Mineral Resource Estimate, confirming a substantial global resource and planning a targeted drilling campaign to expand high-grade zones. The company is advancing product development with key partners amid growing demand for scandium in strategic sectors.

Biome Australia has partnered with the Food and Beverage Accelerator (FaBA) to jointly develop its promising BMB18 probiotic strain, leveraging $50 million in Australian government funding while retaining full IP ownership.

PARKD Ltd has secured a 7-day extension to its exclusive licence agreement with Fielders Steel Roofing, following successful proof-of-concept projects for its Metal Deck Support System. The extension aims to finalise terms for a longer-term commercial partnership.

Argo Investments reports a robust half-year profit of $121.2 million and announces a record fully franked interim dividend of 17.0 cents per share, driven by increased dividend revenue and strategic portfolio moves.

Recce Pharmaceuticals has gained key regulatory and ethics approvals for its Phase 3 clinical trial in Indonesia and completed patient dosing for its Phase II trial, while securing a substantial A$6.75 million R&D tax rebate to bolster its financial position.

Hexima Limited has called off its planned acquisition of AI developer Real Thing Entertainment, ending the quarter with $1.64 million in cash and a cautious outlook on future strategic moves.

Purifloh Limited has made significant progress in its PFAS destruction technology, securing a $100,000 BRII feasibility grant while navigating challenges to resume trading on the ASX.

Wellnex Life Limited reported a 36% rise in Q2 FY25 cash receipts and record monthly sales, while advancing its dual listing on the London Stock Exchange and expanding into the UK market.

iCandy Interactive reports a remarkable 105% increase in net cash flow for Q4 2024 despite a 22% drop in cash receipts, driven by strategic expansions and operational efficiencies amid ongoing legal disputes.

NOVONIX has advanced its position in the battery materials sector with a conditional US$754 million loan commitment from the U.S. Department of Energy and binding offtake agreements with automotive giants Stellantis and PowerCo. These milestones underpin its expansion plans for synthetic graphite production in North America.

Wide Open Agriculture reports a 50% reduction in overheads alongside the development of a novel lupin-based tofu product, positioning itself for growth in the global plant protein market.