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Microbix Exhibiting & Presenting at ADLM
Globenewswire· 2025-07-24 11:00
Core Insights - Microbix Biosystems Inc. will present its H5N1 pandemic preparedness results at the ADLM conference in Chicago from July 28 to 31, 2025 [1][2] - The company will showcase its quality assessment products (QAPs™) that ensure the accuracy of antigen and molecular tests [2][3] - A pilot External Quality Assessment (EQA) program will be presented, focusing on the detection of the H5N1 strain using existing molecular tests [3][4] Company Overview - Microbix is a life sciences innovator with over 120 employees and aims for revenues of C$ 2.0 million or more per month [6] - The company specializes in proprietary biological products for human health, including antigens for immunoassays and QAPs that support clinical lab proficiency testing [6][7] - Microbix's QAPs are available in over 30 countries and are supported by a network of international distributors [6] Product Development - The H5N1 QAPs were developed to ensure full genetic coverage of potential pandemic strains and are available in liquid and FLOQSwab formats [5] - The collaboration with American Proficiency Institute (API) is crucial for evaluating the performance of flu tests in detecting H5N1 [4][5] - The company emphasizes the rapid deployment of its capabilities in response to emerging pandemics [5]
Microbix & Bulgaria’s NCIPD Execute Supply Agreement
Globenewswire· 2025-07-08 11:00
Microbix to Develop New Products using NCIPD Organism CollectionMISSISSAUGA, Ontario and SOFIA, Bulgaria, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Microbix Biosystems Inc. (TSX: MBX, OTCQX: MBXBF, Microbix®), a life sciences innovator, manufacturer, and exporter, and the National Center for Infectious and Parasitic Diseases of Bulgaria (“NCIPD”), announce an agreement whereby NCIPD will supply a portfolio of pathogen seedstocks for production of Microbix quality assessment products (“QAPs™”). Following detailed di ...
Microbix Reports Results for Q2 Fiscal 2025
Globenewswire· 2025-05-15 11:16
Core Insights - Microbix Biosystems Inc. reported Q2 and H1 fiscal 2025 results, showing a mixed performance with improved gross margins but a decline in overall revenues compared to the previous year [1][2][6]. Financial Performance - Q2 revenue was $5.3 million, a 5% decrease from $5.6 million in Q2 2024, with antigen revenues increasing by 5% to $4.3 million, while QAPs revenues fell by 38% to $864,320 due to delays in assay-development programs [3][10]. - H1 revenue totaled $11.4 million, a 19% decrease from $14.0 million in H1 2024, influenced by the absence of $4.1 million in Kinlytic licensing payments; excluding this, revenues increased by 14% [6][8]. - Gross margin for Q2 improved to 60% from 53% in the previous year, driven by better manufacturing efficiencies and pricing strategies [4][10]. - H1 gross margin was 61%, slightly down from 65% in H1 2024, but improved by 10% when excluding the impact of Kinlytic licensing revenues [7]. Operating Expenses and Income - Operating expenses in Q2 increased by 21% compared to Q2 2024, primarily due to higher investments in R&D and sales and marketing [4][10]. - Q2 net income was $20,664, a significant drop from $377,730 in Q2 2024, while H1 net income was $877,627 compared to $2.8 million in H1 2024, largely due to the absence of Kinlytic licensing fees [5][8]. Cash Position and Liquidity - Cash and equivalents at the end of Q2 stood at $14.5 million, an increase of $1.5 million from the previous quarter, despite debt repayments and share repurchases [5][10]. - The current ratio improved to 9.68, and the debt to equity ratio decreased to 0.27, indicating enhanced financial strength [9][10]. Business Outlook - Management expressed a cautious outlook for the second half of fiscal 2025, particularly for the Antigens business, due to reduced sales into China [2][11].
Microbix & Aurevia Introduce Novel EQA Scheme
Globenewswire· 2025-05-13 11:00
Pilot Program for Qualifying Clinical Labs to Diagnose Bacterial Vaginosis MISSISSAUGA, Ontario and HELSINKI, Finland, May 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Microbix Biosystems Inc. (TSX: MBX, OTCQX: MBXBF, Microbix®), a life sciences innovator, manufacturer, and exporter, and Aurevia Oy via its Labquality EQAS affiliate (Aurevia), announce a pilot external quality assessment ("EQA") program to help clinical laboratories establish their proficiency at using molecular diagnostic methods (e.g., PCR tests) to diagn ...
Microbix Schedules Release of Results for Q2 Fiscal 2025
Globenewswire· 2025-05-08 11:00
Company Overview - Microbix Biosystems Inc. is a life sciences innovator, manufacturer, and exporter, focusing on proprietary biological products for human health [4] - The company has over 120 skilled employees and is targeting revenues of C$ 2.0 million per month [4] - Microbix specializes in critical ingredients and devices for the global diagnostics industry, including antigens for immunoassays and laboratory quality assessment products (QAPs™) [4] Financial Results Announcement - Microbix plans to file its financial statements and results for the second quarter of fiscal 2025, which ended on March 31, 2025, before trading starts on May 15, 2025 [1] - A webinar discussion regarding the Q2 2025 results will be held at 11:00 AM ET on the same day, featuring the CEO, CFO, and COO [1] Webinar Participation - Investors and shareholders can participate in the webinar hosted by Adelaide Capital by registering online [2] - The webinar will also be live-streamed on YouTube, and a replay will be available on Adelaide Capital's YouTube channel [2][3] Product and Market Reach - Microbix's antigens are utilized by approximately 100 diagnostics manufacturers, and its QAPs are sold to clinical lab accreditation organizations, diagnostics companies, and clinical labs [4] - The QAPs are available in over 30 countries, supported by a network of international distributors [4] - The company is ISO 9001 & 13485 accredited and registered with U.S. FDA, Australian TGA, and Health Canada [4]
Microbix’s Clot-Buster Drug Project Advances
Globenewswire· 2025-05-05 11:00
Core Points - Sequel Pharma has signed an agreement with a leading CDMO for the manufacturing of Kinlytic, a biologic drug for dissolving blood clots [1][4] - Sequel Pharma is committed to funding the return of Kinlytic to global markets, targeting the $400 million U.S. market for catheter clearance [2] - Kinlytic is an enzyme derived from human cell cultures, already approved for clinical use in the U.S., and the goal is to validate new manufacturing processes for re-entry into the market [3][5] Company Overview - Microbix Biosystems Inc. specializes in creating proprietary biological products for human health, with annualized sales targeting C$2.0 million per month [7] - The company produces critical ingredients for the global diagnostics industry, including antigens for immunoassays and laboratory quality assessment products [7][8] - Microbix is ISO 9001 & 13485 accredited and registered with U.S. FDA, Australian TGA, and Health Canada [7]