Latest Oncology News

Arovella Therapeutics has demonstrated that its novel CLDN18.2-targeting CAR incorporated into iNKT cells effectively eliminates pancreatic and gastric cancer cells in vitro, with IL-12-TM armouring enhancing potency and durability.

Racura Oncology has enrolled the first patient in its Phase 1 HARNESS-1 trial, testing RC220 alongside osimertinib to tackle resistance in EGFR-mutant non-small cell lung cancer. This milestone sets the stage for a multi-centre study aiming to improve treatment outcomes.

Optiscan Imaging Ltd has taken a significant step towards commercialising its InSpecta® veterinary imaging device in the US by submitting a regulatory dossier to the FDA. This milestone not only initiates formal review but also sets the stage for broader clinical adoption and future device approvals.

Enlitic has secured a $250,000 data migration contract with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, marking its first foray into paediatric healthcare and opening doors for its AI-powered platform Ensight.

Algorae Pharmaceuticals has launched a second collaboration with Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre to validate AI-predicted drug combinations across multiple cancer types, aiming to accelerate its drug development pipeline.

Radiopharm Theranostics has initiated dosing in its Phase 1 clinical trial of RAD 402, a novel radiolabelled antibody targeting KLK3 in advanced prostate cancer. Early data from the trial’s initial dose levels are expected in the second half of 2026.

BCAL Diagnostics is expanding access to its Avantect pancreatic and ovarian cancer blood tests across Australia through partnerships with major pathology providers. This move marks a significant step in making early cancer detection more widely available.

Clarity Pharmaceuticals has signed a significant manufacturing supply agreement with Theragenics to produce copper-64, a key isotope for its upcoming prostate cancer diagnostic, Cu-SAR-bisPSMA. This deal strengthens Clarity’s US supply network ahead of anticipated FDA approval and commercial launch.

Radiopharm Theranostics reports promising second interim Phase 2b results for RAD 101, showing 90% concordance with MRI in detecting brain metastases and encouraging sensitivity and specificity trends.

Amplia Therapeutics reports a remarkable 7.8% complete response rate and improved survival in its ACCENT pancreatic cancer trial, positioning narmafotinib as a promising new treatment option.

Cyclopharm has secured a significant multi-site agreement with the University of Pennsylvania Health System, marking a major step in its US expansion with installations across 11 clinical locations.

Imugene Limited has launched a $20 million equity raising comprising a $12 million placement and an $8 million Share Purchase Plan, alongside issuing options, convertible notes, and warrants to support its azer-cel clinical program.