Latest Patent Protection News

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.

Reward Minerals has acquired a key exploration licence covering the Beyondie Potash Plant and is progressing its proprietary potash processing technologies alongside new copper and gold exploration initiatives.

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.