Latest Medical Research News

Argenica Therapeutics reports ARG-007 is safe in acute ischemic stroke patients and shows promising efficacy signals in a high-risk subgroup, paving the way for a focused Phase 2b trial.

Noxopharm Limited has been granted its first US patent for the Sofra™ technology platform, marking a key milestone in its cancer immunotherapy research. This patent protects the company’s innovative immune-modulatory oligonucleotides, underpinning its expanding pipeline in a rapidly growing market.

Immutep Limited’s Phase II trial of eftilagimod alfa combined with radiotherapy and KEYTRUDA in soft tissue sarcoma patients has exceeded its primary endpoint, showing a 51.5% median tumor hyalinization rate, more than triple the historical standard. These promising results, presented at ESMO 2025, suggest a potential breakthrough in a challenging cancer indication.

Pro Medicus Limited’s European arm, Visage Imaging, has landed a significant five-year, A$10 million contract to supply next-generation imaging technology to University Hospital Heidelberg and the German Cancer Research Institute, marking a strategic expansion in Europe.

Micro-X Ltd has received a $5.08 million R&D tax incentive rebate for FY25, with an additional $0.31 million pending approval, reinforcing its innovation-driven growth in medical imaging technology.

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.

4DMedical Limited reported a 56% jump in FY2025 operating revenue driven by SaaS growth, while narrowing its net loss to $30.1 million. The company also secured $13.9 million in capital and a $10 million funding facility to accelerate product commercialisation.

Hearts and Minds Investments (HM1) reported a stellar 25.5% pre-tax portfolio return for FY25, outperforming global benchmarks and announcing a raised fully franked dividend of 9.0 cents per share with plans for continued increases.

Hearts and Minds Investments Limited (HM1) reported a stellar FY25 with total comprehensive income soaring to $124.8 million, nearly doubling the prior year, alongside a dividend increase and sustained philanthropic commitments.

Noxopharm Limited reported a 36.5% increase in its annual loss to $4.88 million as it progressed preparations for its SOF-SKN™ clinical trial and secured $2.6 million through convertible notes. The biotech continues to invest heavily in its inflammation and oncology drug pipeline while managing liquidity and strategic partnerships.

Argenica Therapeutics reported a 34% revenue increase driven by R&D incentives but saw losses widen by 31% due to intensified clinical trial activity. The company is progressing its ARG-007 Phase 2 stroke trial and engaging with the FDA to lift a clinical hold.

Nutritional Growth Solutions has settled to exit non-core US agreements, unlocking nearly $580,000 in financial relief and streamlining its strategic focus.