Latest Kidney Disease News

PYC Therapeutics has initiated a substantial capital raising effort, aiming to secure up to A$653 million to propel its four RNA therapeutic candidates through critical clinical milestones. The retail entitlement offer opens today, following a successful institutional placement.

PYC Therapeutics has launched a A$653 million capital raising to fund the clinical advancement of four RNA-based drug candidates targeting genetic diseases with significant unmet needs. The raise extends the company’s cash runway to 2030, supporting key clinical milestones and a transition to commercialisation.

PYC Therapeutics has launched a substantial $653 million equity raise to fund clinical trials for four promising drug candidates targeting genetic diseases. This capital injection aims to advance the company’s pipeline through critical human efficacy milestones.

A handful of healthcare names did the heavy lifting this week, driven by FDA wins, guideline upgrades, and big shifts in sales and cashflow. The flip side: several clinical-stage stocks fell hard as investors stayed picky about near-term proof and funding.

Nexsen Limited has reported significant progress in its rapid diagnostic technologies, including a key FDA pre-submission for its GBS rapid sensor and a solid cash reserve post-IPO to support commercialisation efforts.

Dimerix Limited has completed recruitment for its pivotal ACTION3 Phase 3 trial targeting a rare kidney disease, secured positive FDA feedback on trial endpoints, and reported a solid cash position of AU$38.5 million at the end of 2025.

Archer Materials has made significant strides in its quantum computing and medical diagnostics programs, including improved carbon qubit readout and clinical-standard silicon biochips, while securing key partnerships and maintaining a strong cash position.

PYC Therapeutics has reported significant progress across its four RNA therapeutic programs targeting rare genetic diseases, supported by a strong cash position of $121 million at the end of 2025. Key clinical milestones and regulatory plans set the stage for upcoming trial readouts and potential market entry.

Dimerix secures FDA confirmation that proteinuria reduction is a valid primary endpoint for its Phase 3 ACTION3 trial, advancing its kidney disease drug DMX-200 closer to approval.

BioMarin Pharmaceutical’s acquisition of Amicus Therapeutics for US$4.8 billion includes Dimerix’s US licensing agreement, promising significant milestone payments and royalties. This deal strengthens Dimerix’s position as it advances its Phase 3 kidney disease therapy.

PYC Therapeutics reports positive safety outcomes from the initial phase of its clinical trial for PYC-003, a promising treatment for Polycystic Kidney Disease. The drug was well tolerated in healthy volunteers, paving the way for patient dosing and further trials.

Dimerix has successfully completed recruitment and dosing of 286 adult patients in its Phase 3 ACTION3 trial evaluating DMX-200 for focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS), advancing toward regulatory discussions with the FDA.