Latest Research And Development News

Zeotech completed a 110-hole drilling campaign at Toondoon, secured key approvals, progressed AusPozz™ commercial trials, and demonstrated a 92% methane reduction in landfill trials.

Argenica Therapeutics is gearing up for a pivotal late-stage clinical trial of its neuroprotective drug ARG-007 (xaranetide) in acute ischaemic stroke, backed by strong safety assays and solid funding.

Invex Therapeutics has broadened its preclinical Alzheimer's program with Tessara Therapeutics, while its cash reserves dipped to $4.02 million in Q4 FY26 amid increased research and administrative costs.

Nimy Resources advances gold exploration with new priority targets and secures funding to pioneer gallium processing research at its Mons Project in Western Australia.

Australian Gold and Copper Ltd (ASX: AGC) has completed the second tranche of its $5 million placement, received a nearly $1 million R&D tax refund, and finalized the acquisition of the drill-ready Junee gold project in NSW.

Spenda Limited anticipates a significant R&D tax offset exceeding AUD 1.75 million for FY26, providing a timely cash boost amid its push towards cash-flow neutrality.

PainChek has received a $1.123 million R&D tax incentive refund for FY2025, reinforcing its cash reserves and underpinning ongoing development of AI pain assessment algorithms and US market validation.

Noxopharm reported significant progress in its Sofra technology, highlighting enhanced cancer drug potential and preparations for a US FDA clinical trial, while managing tight cash reserves.

Neurotech International has locked in a $3.15 million secured loan against its anticipated R&D tax incentives to fund pivotal Phase III autism trials and ongoing operations.

Phoslock Environmental Technologies increased production significantly in the June quarter but faced a higher operating cash flow deficit and ongoing legal disputes.

Elixir Energy’s Lorelle-3H appraisal well in Queensland’s Taroom Trough has completed its initial clean-up phase, delivering promising dual phase flow rates and preparing for a critical tubing run to stabilise production before resuming testing.

Impact Minerals (ASX:IPT) has received a $310,000 Research and Development tax rebate for FY2025, supporting its Lake Hope High Purity Alumina project and investment in Alluminous Pty Ltd.