Latest Patent Protection News

Rhythm Biosciences has begun commercialising ColoSTAT®, its blood-based colorectal cancer diagnostic test, following an updated ISO15189, 2022 accreditation. The test offers a new option for symptomatic patients where stool-based screening is unsuitable.

EBR Systems has expanded its intellectual property holdings with four new patents, reinforcing its lead in wireless cardiac pacing technology, while facing a preliminary setback on a patent term extension application.

Island Pharmaceuticals has been granted a pivotal US patent extending protection for its antiviral drug Galidesivir as a Covid-19 treatment until 2042, reinforcing its strategic position in the antiviral market.

Recce Pharmaceuticals has secured a key patent in Hong Kong for its synthetic anti-infectives, reinforcing its intellectual property footprint in Asia and supporting its clinical and commercial ambitions in the region.

Race Oncology has received a $2.8 million Australian R&D tax refund for FY2025, with further overseas R&D rebates expected, bolstering its clinical development of innovative cancer therapies.

Bio-Gene Technology Limited has received a $519,500 R&D tax incentive from the Australian government, supporting its development of innovative bio-insecticides targeting insecticide resistance.

Dimerix Limited’s ACTION3 Phase 3 trial for DMX-200 in FSGS kidney disease has passed its seventh Independent Data Monitoring Committee review with no safety concerns, reinforcing the drug’s promising safety profile.

Biotron Limited’s lead HBV drug BIT-HBV001 demonstrates superior antiviral activity and synergy with the current standard treatment Tenofovir in preclinical models, advancing hopes for a more effective Hepatitis B therapy.

Livium Ltd has been granted a patent protecting its innovative wet shredding process for lithium-ion battery recycling, enhancing safety and operational efficiency. This milestone solidifies its position in the evolving clean energy recycling sector.

Cann Group Limited has secured a short-term extension on its National Australia Bank debt facilities and is finalising a $15.3 million settlement deed to release all associated securities.

Arovella Therapeutics reported solid progress in Q1 FY26, moving closer to initiating its first-in-human trial for ALA-101 while securing key patents and maintaining a strong cash position.

Amplia Therapeutics reports encouraging interim results for narmafotinib in metastatic pancreatic cancer, alongside a successful capital raise and key patent allowance.