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NeuroScientific Biopharmaceuticals reports encouraging clinical responses in fistulising Crohn’s disease patients treated under Australia’s Special Access Scheme, setting the stage for pivotal Phase 2 trials later this year.

AdAlta Limited has raised A$1.2 million through a strategic placement to advance its innovative PD1 armored MSLN CAR-T therapy for solid cancers, reinforcing its unique 'East to West' cellular immunotherapy approach.

Entropy Neurodynamics reports compelling Phase 2a results showing oral psilocybin dramatically reduces binge eating episodes and related psychiatric symptoms, supporting advancement of its lead IV psilocin candidate.

Clinuvel Pharmaceuticals has initiated dosing in a preclinical study of its novel controlled-release injectable peptide platform, VLRX-L, aiming to enhance drug delivery for melanocortin-based therapies. Preliminary results are expected in the second half of 2026.

Mesoblast Limited reports a 60% jump in Ryoncil sales for the December quarter, underpinned by a new $125 million financing facility that strengthens its balance sheet and strategic flexibility.

InhaleRx Limited has completed the final tranche of its share placement, raising $600,000 to support its clinical-stage drug development programs targeting pain and mental health.

Nyrada has secured ethics approval to begin a pivotal Phase IIa trial of its drug Xolatryp, targeting heart attack damage. Patient dosing is set to start in March 2026 across multiple Australian hospitals.

Neuren Pharmaceuticals has published promising Phase 2 trial results for NNZ-2591 in Phelan-McDermid syndrome, underpinning its ongoing Phase 3 Koala trial recruiting in the US.

Biome Australia Limited has reported a record-breaking quarter and half-year sales performance, driven by strong demand for its clinically-backed probiotic products. Revenue surged over 40% compared to the previous year, defying typical seasonal slowdowns.

Next Science Limited’s shares have been suspended from ASX trading due to insufficient ongoing operations following the disposal of its main business. The suspension raises questions about the company’s future direction and compliance with listing rules.

AdAlta Limited and its subsidiary AdCella have partnered with Shanghai Cell Therapy Group to co-develop a pioneering CAR-T cancer therapy targeting solid tumours outside China. This collaboration aims to bring a novel, armored immunotherapy with promising clinical results to global markets.

Neurizon Therapeutics has progressed its ALS treatment NUZ-001 into critical clinical trial phases, even as the FDA declines its Fast Track Designation request pending more data.