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Biotech startups in Australia
71 biotech startups in Australia have raised money in rounds we track. These are the 50 that have raised the most, $2.8B between them, with Sydney the most common home.
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Telix PharmaceuticalsTelix Pharmaceuticalsis a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on the development of diagnostic and therapeutic products.Telix Pharmaceuticalsis a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on the development of diagnostic and therapeutic products.
Founded -Melbourne, Australia$1.0Blast round Apr 2026 - 2
AdvanCellAdvanCell is radiopharmaceutical firm that has developed the Targeted Alpha Therapy platform technology, a cutting-edge cancer treatment.AdvanCell is radiopharmaceutical firm that has developed the Targeted Alpha Therapy platform technology, a cutting-edge cancer treatment.
Founded 2019Sydney, Australia$438Mlast round Jul 2026 - 3
Harrison.aiHarrison.ai is a global health technology company based in Sydney, founded in 2018 by brothers Dr.Harrison.ai is a global health technology company based in Sydney, founded in 2018 by brothers Dr.
Founded 2018Haymarket, Australia$141Mlast round Feb 2025 - 4
Clarity PharmaceuticalsClarity Pharmaceuticals is a personalized medicine company focused on the treatment of serious disease.Clarity Pharmaceuticals is a personalized medicine company focused on the treatment of serious disease.
Founded 2010Sydney, Australia$132Mlast round Jul 2025 - 5SpeeDxFounded -Australia$122Mlast round Aug 2019
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NimbleNimble is a logistics company that offers truckload, drive away, and auto carrier services.Nimble is a logistics company that offers truckload, drive away, and auto carrier services.
Founded 2002Coralville, Australia$102Mlast round Feb 2026 - 7
VaxxasVaxxas Pty Ltd is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.Vaxxas Pty Ltd is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.
Founded 2011Brisbane, Australia$89Mlast round Aug 2025 - 8
Protagonist TherapeuticsProtagonist Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company with a proprietary technology platform focused on discovering and developing peptide-baseProtagonist Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company with a proprietary technology platform focused on discovering and developing peptide-base
Founded 2006Newark, Australia$89Mlast round Aug 2018 - 9
Samsara EcoSamsara Eco is an Australian biotechnology and environmental-tech company based in Sydney, specializing in enzymatic recycling technology.Samsara Eco is an Australian biotechnology and environmental-tech company based in Sydney, specializing in enzymatic recycling technology.
Founded 2021Sydney, Australia$67Mlast round Jun 2024 - 10
Omniscient NeurotechnologyOmniscient develops AI and data-driven solutions to improve treatment for brain disorders, providing predictive analytics for clinicians.Omniscient develops AI and data-driven solutions to improve treatment for brain disorders, providing predictive analytics for clinicians.
Founded 2019Haymarket, Australia$49Mlast round Jan 2026 - 11
PolyActivaPolyActiva is a Melbourne-based biotechnology company founded in 2010, specializing in innovative drug delivery technology for ophthalmic conditions.PolyActiva is a Melbourne-based biotechnology company founded in 2010, specializing in innovative drug delivery technology for ophthalmic conditions.
Founded 2010Melbourne, Australia$35Mlast round May 2025 - 12
Zelira Hope 1Zelira Hope 1 is owned by Zelira Therapeutics, that focuses on advancing the company's lead cannabinoid-based drug candidate.Zelira Hope 1 is owned by Zelira Therapeutics, that focuses on advancing the company's lead cannabinoid-based drug candidate.
Founded -Perth, Australia$33Mlast round Jan 2026 - 13
HealthEngineHealthengine is Australia's largest online healthcare marketplace, based in Perth and founded in 2006 by Dr.Healthengine is Australia's largest online healthcare marketplace, based in Perth and founded in 2006 by Dr.
Founded 2006Perth, Australia$30Mlast round Apr 2017 - 14
Rage BiotechRAGE Biotech is a biotechnology industry.RAGE Biotech is a biotechnology industry.
Founded 2020Melbourne, Australia$29Mlast round Nov 2025 - 15ViralyticsViralytics is an Australian biotechnology company, listed on the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX:VLA) and is quoted on the OTC market
Viralytics is an Australian biotechnology company, listed on the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX:VLA) and is quoted on the OTC market
Founded 2006Australia$27Mlast round Mar 2014 - 16
ENA RespiratoryEna Respiratory researches and develops solutions to transform the treatment and prevention of respiratory infections.Ena Respiratory researches and develops solutions to transform the treatment and prevention of respiratory infections.
Founded 2014Melbourne, Australia$24Mlast round Sept 2026 - 17
HatchtechHachtech offers a proprietary technology platform that enables the creation of low toxicity pest control products.Hachtech offers a proprietary technology platform that enables the creation of low toxicity pest control products.
Founded 2002Australia$23Mlast round Oct 2013 - 18
AravaxAravax is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing innovative immunotherapies for food allergies.Aravax is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing innovative immunotherapies for food allergies.
Founded 2015Melbourne, Australia$22Mlast round Jan 2024 - 19
EnGeneICEnGeneIC is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Lane Cove West, Sydney, Australia, with additional operations in New York, USA.EnGeneIC is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Lane Cove West, Sydney, Australia, with additional operations in New York, USA.
Founded 2001Sydney, Australia$21Mlast round Jul 2015 - 20
Kira BiotechKira Biotech is an Immunology Company.Kira Biotech is an Immunology Company.
Founded 2019Brisbane, Australia$20Mlast round Oct 2019 - 21
OncoRes MedicalOncoRes Medical is a clinical-stage medical device company based in Perth, Australia, founded in 2016.OncoRes Medical is a clinical-stage medical device company based in Perth, Australia, founded in 2016.
Founded 2016Perth, Australia$19Mlast round Feb 2026 - 22
Celosia TherapeuticsA biotechnology company that uses gene therapy to treat neurodegenerative diseases.A biotechnology company that uses gene therapy to treat neurodegenerative diseases.
Founded 2022Sydney, Australia$17Mlast round Nov 2024 - 23
SkylabsSkylabs is a business consulting company that specializes in digital marketing and quality assurance.Skylabs is a business consulting company that specializes in digital marketing and quality assurance.
Founded 2015Australia$16Mlast round Sept 2023 - 24BiosceptreFounded -Australia$15Mlast round Dec 2017
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Kinoxis TherapeuticsKinoxis Therapeutics is a biotechnology company that develops a range of novel therapeutic compounds.Kinoxis Therapeutics is a biotechnology company that develops a range of novel therapeutic compounds.
Founded 2017Melbourne, Australia$14Mlast round Sept 2026 - 26NybroFounded -Australia$14Mlast round Aug 2026
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Cauldron FermCauldron Ferm is a biomanufacturing company based in Orange, New South Wales, specializing in continuous hyper-fermentation technology.Cauldron Ferm is a biomanufacturing company based in Orange, New South Wales, specializing in continuous hyper-fermentation technology.
Founded 2022Borenore, Australia$13Mlast round Mar 2026 - 28
HealthMatchHealthMatch is a digital health company based in Sydney, Australia, focused on connecting patients with clinical trials that suit their medical profiles.HealthMatch is a digital health company based in Sydney, Australia, focused on connecting patients with clinical trials that suit their medical profiles.
Founded 2017Sydney, Australia$13Mlast round Sept 2022 - 29multiple companiesFounded -Australia$11Mlast round Sept 2026
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All GNext-generation nutrition for one billion peopleNext-generation nutrition for one billion people
Founded -Sydney, Australia$11Mlast round Mar 2026 - 31
BCAL DiagnosticsBCAL Diagnostics is a biotechnology company that focuses on the detection of women’s health issues.BCAL Diagnostics is a biotechnology company that focuses on the detection of women’s health issues.
Founded 2010Sydney, Australia$11Mlast round Jun 2024 - 32CarthericsFounded -Australia$10Mlast round Oct 2024
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EarlyBirdEarlyBird is empowering parents, family, and friends to collectively invest in a child's financial future, starting at the earliest age.EarlyBird is empowering parents, family, and friends to collectively invest in a child's financial future, starting at the earliest age.
Founded 2019Chicago, Australia$6.7Mlast round Jul 2026 - 35
FerronovaFerronova Pty Ltd is an Australian medical technology and biotechnology company focused on developing advanced diagnostic systems for cancer detection and treatFerronova Pty Ltd is an Australian medical technology and biotechnology company focused on developing advanced diagnostic systems for cancer detection and treat
Founded 2016Adelaide, Australia$6.0Mlast round Dec 2025 - 36Diag-Nose.ioFounded -Australia$5.2Mlast round Aug 2025
- 37Immunobiota TherapeuticsFounded -Australia$5.0Mlast round Aug 2026
- 38MuriGenMuriGen Therapeutics is focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of novel drugs across a number of therapeutic areas.
MuriGen Therapeutics is focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of novel drugs across a number of therapeutic areas.
Founded 2003Australia$3.9Mlast round Jan 2007 - 39
Reacta HealthcareReacta Healthcare is a pharmaceutical and biotechnology company founded in 2013, based in Deeside, North Wales.Reacta Healthcare is a pharmaceutical and biotechnology company founded in 2013, based in Deeside, North Wales.
Founded 2013Deeside, Australia$3.7Mlast round Nov 2025 - 40
Microba Life SciencesMicroba Life Sciences is a precision microbiome science company powering medical innovation to transform human health.Microba Life Sciences is a precision microbiome science company powering medical innovation to transform human health.
Founded 2017Brisbane, Australia$3.5Mlast round Jun 2026 - 41
BovoticaBovotica is an Australian agricultural biotechnology startup founded in 2023, based in Brisbane.Bovotica is an Australian agricultural biotechnology startup founded in 2023, based in Brisbane.
Founded 2023Brisbane, Australia$3.4Mlast round May 2025 - 42Western AustraliaFounded -Australia$3.2Mlast round Nov 2025
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ElitaElita is a pet health and longevity company based in Melbourne, Australia.Elita is a pet health and longevity company based in Melbourne, Australia.
Founded 2023Melbourne, Australia$3.2Mlast round Sept 2026 - 44CoridonCoridon develops DNA therapies for the prevention and treatment of viral infections, and therapeutic vaccines for the treatment of cancer.
Coridon develops DNA therapies for the prevention and treatment of viral infections, and therapeutic vaccines for the treatment of cancer.
Founded 2000Brisbane, Australia$3.0Mlast round Jul 2010 - 45
RockmelonRockmelon is a Sydney-based company that operates in the technology and marketing sectors.Rockmelon is a Sydney-based company that operates in the technology and marketing sectors.
Founded 2017Sydney, Australia$3.0Mlast round Feb 2019 - 46
MirugenMirugen is a preclinical biotechnology company identifying the optimal set of cellular instructions to ask one cell type to become another.Mirugen is a preclinical biotechnology company identifying the optimal set of cellular instructions to ask one cell type to become another.
Founded -Melbourne, Australia$2.9Mlast round Aug 2025 - 47Trioda WilingiTrioda Wilingi develops healthcare products like injectable medical gels with various applications including and cosmetic treatments.
Trioda Wilingi develops healthcare products like injectable medical gels with various applications including and cosmetic treatments.
Founded 2021Saint Lucia, Australia$2.6Mlast round Feb 2023 - 48Endoluminal SciencesEndoluminal Sciences develops novel platform technologies to enhance the clinical performance of endovascular prostheses.
Endoluminal Sciences develops novel platform technologies to enhance the clinical performance of endovascular prostheses.
Founded 2007Australia$2.5Mlast round Jul 2013 - 49
TetratherixTetratherix develops medical devices for regenerative medicine, focusing on healing and tissue regeneration.Tetratherix develops medical devices for regenerative medicine, focusing on healing and tissue regeneration.
Founded 2015Alexandria, Australia$2.1Mlast round Jul 2025 - 50
GloweeGlowee is developing a living, biological light system that is revolutionizing the light industry.Glowee is developing a living, biological light system that is revolutionizing the light industry.
Founded 2014Tullamarine, Australia$2.1Mlast round Jun 2021
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