Tag: mRNA
Victoria backs manufacturing-linked mRNA research with $2M grant program
The Victorian Government has announced $2 million in new grants to support mRNA research moving towards clinical trials, highlighting the role of manufacturing alongside medical research in developing new vaccines and medicines.
Victoria boosts vaccine manufacturing push with new BioNTech BioNTainer rollout
Victoria is positioning itself as a global hub for manufacturing lifesaving vaccines, with new mRNA infrastructure at BioNTech’s Bundoora site expected to strengthen research capacity and support jobs across the sector, according to the Victorian Government.
Monash scientists pioneer targeted mRNA delivery method in new study
Australian researchers from Monash University have developed a novel method to improve the delivery of mRNA to target cells, potentially paving the way for a new generation of mRNA medicines beyond vaccines.
Vaxxas secures $2M grant from BARDA to develop needle-free mRNA vaccines
Vaxxas, a clinical-stage biotechnology company specializing in high-density microarray patch (HD-MAP) vaccine delivery, has been awarded a $2 million (AUD 3.2 million) grant as a Concept Stage winner in the United States Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority’s (BARDA) $50 million Patch Forward Prize.
BioCina and NovaCina team up to enhance biologics manufacturing capabilities
BioCina, a biologics Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO), has joined hands with NovaCina, a global fill-and-finish CDMO, to establish a strategic alliance aimed at offering integrated drug substance and drug product solutions for biologics developers.
Moderna announces new head of mRNA vaccine manufacturing site in Melbourne
Global medical technology company Moderna has appointed Emma Harrington as the inaugural manufacturing site head for the company’s new mRNA vaccine manufacturing site in Australia.
La Trobe University to house BioNTech’s new mRNA manufacturing facility
La Trobe University’s Melbourne campus will soon become home to a new BioNTech facility that will manufacture new investigational mRNA therapies for serious diseases like cancer.
Moderna launches new mRNA Platform Incubator Network in Australia
US biotech giant Moderna is establishing an mRNA Platform Incubator Network in Australia to advance the nation’s mRNA medicine and scientific excellence in clinical translation.
Victoria launches new round of grants for mRNA research, startups
Biotech manufacturing startups and research teams in Victoria can now apply for grants as part of the third round of the mRNA Victoria Research Acceleration Fund.
University of Queensland, UK biotech company teams up for mRNA vaccine testing research
Researchers from the University of Queensland have collaborated with UK-based biotech company Oxford Nanopore Technologies to simplify and ensure the quality of manufactured mRNA vaccines.
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APS Industrial expands regional footprint with Control Technologies acquisition
APS Industrial (APS) is expanding its regional presence through the acquisition of Albury-based Control Technologies, a move the industrial products supplier said will strengthen its local service capability and support further investment in warehousing, stockholding and technical support.
