Latest Clinical Development News

Neurizon Therapeutics has raised $5 million through an institutional placement to advance its lead ALS drug candidate NUZ-001 into a pivotal clinical trial, pending FDA clearance. The capital injection also supports manufacturing and pre-clinical development efforts.

Race Oncology has uncovered that its anticancer drug bisantrene exists as three light-sensitive isomers, with only one showing potent activity. The company has filed patents to protect this active form, potentially extending its intellectual property rights until 2045.

Alterity Therapeutics has unveiled encouraging Phase 2 trial results for ATH434, demonstrating its potential to slow disease progression in Multiple System Atrophy while maintaining a strong safety profile.

Actinogen Medical has reached a pivotal agreement with the US FDA outlining the regulatory and clinical trial requirements for Xanamem’s approval in Alzheimer’s disease, setting a clear path toward a US marketing application.

Alterity Therapeutics has raised A$20 million through a strategic placement to advance its promising ATH434 treatment for Multiple System Atrophy, backed by encouraging Phase 2 trial results. The capital injection strengthens the company’s balance sheet as it prepares for regulatory discussions with the FDA.

Imagion Biosystems has reached key milestones in its MagSense® HER2 breast cancer imaging program, including starting manufacturing for its Phase 2 trial and launching an AI imaging protocol collaboration with Wayne State University.

PYC Therapeutics has completed dosing in its Phase 1 study of PYC-001 for Autosomal Dominant Optic Atrophy, showing strong safety and early signs of improved vision. The company plans to launch a global Phase 1/2 trial later this year.

Argenica Therapeutics has reported positive Phase 2 trial results for ARG-007 in acute ischemic stroke patients, confirming safety and revealing a promising efficacy signal in a high-risk subgroup with slow collateral blood flow.

Cambium Bio has struck a licensing deal with Keke Medtech to commercialise its fibrin biologic in dental applications, unlocking new markets and non-dilutive funding.

Race Oncology has activated its first clinical trial site in Hong Kong for the Phase 1 study of RC220 combined with doxorubicin in advanced solid tumours, marking a significant step in accelerating patient enrolment and broadening clinical data.

Lumos Diagnostics has secured a significant follow-on contract with Aptatek Biosciences to push forward the development of an innovative in-home monitoring device for Phenylketonuria (PKU), a rare genetic disorder. This next phase aims to bring the FDA Breakthrough Device-designated PheCheck™ closer to clinical trials and commercial readiness.

Argent BioPharma reported a net loss of A$17.84 million for FY2025, reflecting a strategic pivot towards core drug development and clinical advancement. The company secured key EU approvals and raised significant capital to support its neuro-immune modulatory pipeline.