Together, cancer meets its match
Omico is changing the way we fight cancer by accelerating access to precision oncology. We are a national, independent, not-for-profit organisation, uniting Australia’s world-class cancer institutes, researchers, clinicians, industry partners and government like never before. By leveraging a nationwide network of expertise and resources, we aim to improve outcomes for all Australian cancer patients. With fast-tracked molecular and genomic screening, biomarker-led trial set up and patient enrolment from the entire nation, we’re accelerating access to next generation treatments and preventive strategies.
What we do
We aim to improve outcomes for Australians living with cancers, by:
- Increasing access to genomic profiling to detect unique genetic variations in cancer patients’ tumours to identify potential matches to new targeted treatments options
- Growing and streamlining biomarker-led clinical trials by expediting patient recruitment and site setup, and attracting more international trials to Australia, facilitating faster transitions from discovery to clinical application
- Advancing a research-led model of care as to open new treatment pathways for patients, and supporting drug development and cancer research through the collection of real-world data
How our molecular screening works
If you or someone you know has advanced, incurable or an earlier diagnosis of a poor prognosis cancer or is at high-risk for cancer (due to hereditary conditions) then:
- Your doctor completes an online referral form
- You sign a consent form
- Omico assesses the genes and other molecules in your cancer tissue
- Our experts match results to an existing therapy or clinical trial of a new drug
- Process takes 8 to 10 weeks
Researchers
Meet intellectually-stimulating research that changes cancer care and transforms lives.
Clinicians
Meet accelerated access to innovative new therapies for your patients.
Government
Meet an opportunity to advance the nation’s health and wealth.
Advocacy Groups
Meet a partner that can help you make a real difference for those affected by cancer.
Who we work with
Recent news
World First Research Project Launched by Omico Australia to Advance Treatment of Sarcoma.
Sydney, Australia – 5 February 2025 - Omico is excited to announce the launch of the MoST/CASP-SARC Initiative, a pivotal new research project aimed at transforming treatment options for sarcoma—one of the most challenging and aggressive cancers.
New Omico Podcast Empowers Australians to Navigate Precision Oncology and Genomic Innovation
Sydney, Australia - 11 February 2025 – Omico is taking another major step in helping Australians diagnosed with challenging cancers, along with their families and carers, to better understand genomics and precision oncology – critical components of modern cancer care. With the launch of its first-of-its-kind podcast series, Cancer Meets its Match, Omico is making this complex science more accessible.
Omico Proposes a Transformative Solution for Affordable Precision Oncology as Routine Care for Rare Cancer
Sydney, Australia - 4 February 2025 - Omico, the not-for-profit genomics pioneer, has formally proposed a ‘first of its kind,’ transformative model that transitions groundbreaking ‘state of the art’ cancer treatments into affordable, routine clinical care for Australians diagnosed with rare and challenging cancers. The Precision Oncology Health System Incubator (PrO-HSI) sets out a strategic investment pathway with multi-sector funding using established policy and infrastructure frameworks, to integrate advanced therapies into contemporary cancer care without overwhelming public resources amid a diminishing taxpayer base and ageing population.