CSL Annual Report 2022

CSL Limited Annual Report 2021/22 10 Our R&D Pipeline Our research and development pipeline CSL’s world-class R&D organisation continues to evolve as a biotechnology leader by advancing high-quality science and technologies developed by our own high-calibre scientists and innovative collaborations. R&D utilises its expertise in our strategic platforms – plasma fractionation; recombinant protein technology; cell and gene therapy; and vaccines technology. This ensures CSL can develop and deliver innovative medicines and vaccines that address unmet medical needs, help prevent infectious disease and protect public health, and help patients lead full lives. CSL’s strong R&D pipeline includes new treatments that utilise these platforms and align with its leading-edge scientific technology and commercial capabilities across our six therapeutic areas: immunology; haematology; cardiovascular and metabolic; respiratory; transplant; and influenza vaccines. In 2021/22 CSL invested US$1.16 billion* in R&D across our businesses. Looking towards 2030, R&D continues to strive to deliver on the current portfolio of medicines and vaccines and build a full and innovative pipeline that will make a meaningful difference to the lives of patients with rare and serious diseases. This pipeline is expected to contribute new revenue streams well into the following decades. *Limited assurance by Ernst & Young 2 Our Company

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