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PsyRx Advances Clinical Trial Exploration with Successful Completion of Toxicological Safety Study in Rats

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Monday, March 25, 2024
Pharmacy, MDD, SSRI, Human, Patient, Cyclothymia, Hope, Research, Animal, Major depressive disorder, TEL, Clinical trial, Ibogaine, Safety, Pharmaceutical industry

TEL AVIV, Israel, March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PsyRx, a leading innovator in pharmaceutical research, is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of the live phase of a toxicological safety study involving the combined treatment of SSRI plus ibogaine.

Key Points: 
  • TEL AVIV, Israel, March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PsyRx, a leading innovator in pharmaceutical research, is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of the live phase of a toxicological safety study involving the combined treatment of SSRI plus ibogaine.
  • This groundbreaking study is a pivotal step in the company's ongoing evaluations for conducting a clinical trial in humans, specifically focusing on patients suffering from Major Depressive Disorders (MDD).
  • During the 14 consecutive treatment days, the study examined the safety of administering the combined treatment at three different dose levels—low, medium, and high.
  • The successful completion of this toxicological safety study marks a significant achievement in the pursuit of improving the lives of individuals affected by MDD.

Intra-Cellular Therapies Highlights Data Presentations at the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology Annual Meeting

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Neuropsychiatry, Treatment, DSM-IV codes, IND, Grammatical mood, Depression, Prevalence, Literature, Mouse, Human, DSM-5, Cyclothymia, MADRS, Anxiety, Prefrontal cortex, Hallucination, Annual general meeting, Clinical Global Impression, CNS, Social, Poster, American College, Restless, Central nervous system, MDD, Patient, Therapy, Lumateperone, Pharmaceutical industry

NEW YORK, Dec. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Intra-Cellular Therapies, Inc. (Nasdaq: ITCI), a biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of therapeutics for central nervous system (CNS) disorders, today announced data presentations at the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology (ACNP) 62nd Annual Meeting.

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  • Company presents preclinical data on ITI-1549, our lead product candidate in our non-hallucinogenic psychedelics program in mood disorders and other psychiatric disorders.
  • NEW YORK, Dec. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Intra-Cellular Therapies, Inc. (Nasdaq: ITCI), a biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of therapeutics for central nervous system (CNS) disorders, today announced data presentations at the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology (ACNP) 62nd Annual Meeting.
  • Inner tension is an item within the MADRS which is often used as a surrogate marker for anxiety.
  • The data presented in this poster represent further analyses from Study 403.

Alto Neuroscience Announces Data from Presentations at the 62nd Annual Meeting of the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology

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Thursday, December 7, 2023
Mental Health, Technology, Neurology, Clinical Trials, Health Technology, Biotechnology, General Health, Pharmaceutical, Health, Artificial Intelligence, Brain, Schizophrenia, Depression, Electroencephalography, Safety, Deficit spending, Dean (education), Grammatical mood, PD, Clinical trial, Data, Patient, American College, American College of Neuropsychopharmacology, Cross, DSM-IV codes, MADRS, Cognition, Cyclothymia, MD, Harvard Medical School, Translational research, Massachusetts General Hospital, ERP, Neuroscience, EEG, Mental health, Biomarker, MDD, Medical imaging, Phosphorus, Medical device, Pharmaceutical industry, Alto

Alto Neuroscience, Inc. today announced details from three presentations on clinical development programs presented at the 62nd annual meeting of the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology (ACNP) that took place in Tampa, Florida, from December 3-6, 2023.

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  • Alto Neuroscience, Inc. today announced details from three presentations on clinical development programs presented at the 62nd annual meeting of the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology (ACNP) that took place in Tampa, Florida, from December 3-6, 2023.
  • Alto’s data demonstrate advancements in biomarker identification for precision psychiatry and the potential to improve upon the trial-and-error approach to mental health treatment.
  • The company’s AI-enabled Precision Psychiatry Platform™ is designed to predict clinical response and match each patient to the right Alto product candidate through identifying, and prospectively replicating, brain biomarkers by analyzing data generated from EEG activity, neurocognitive task performance, wearable devices, and other measures.
  • Additionally, Alto is advancing ALTO-101 into a Phase 2 proof of concept study in patients with cognitive impairment associated with schizophrenia, with topline data expected in 2025.

NRx Pharmaceuticals to Participate in LifeSci Corporate Access Event

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Monday, December 11, 2023
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RADNOR, Pa., Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NRx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: NRXP) ("NRx Pharmaceuticals", the "Company"), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, today announced the Company will be participating in-person at the LifeSci Partners Corporate Access Event for three days from January 8th through the 10th in San Francisco.

Key Points: 
  • RADNOR, Pa., Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NRx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: NRXP) ("NRx Pharmaceuticals", the "Company"), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, today announced the Company will be participating in-person at the LifeSci Partners Corporate Access Event for three days from January 8th through the 10th in San Francisco.
  • NRx currently has four (4) near-term shots on goal with meaningful commercial and/or monetization opportunities:
    NRX-100 – Intravenous Ketamine.
  • NRx will be hosting 1x1 meetings at the Beacon Grand Hotel (450 Powell Street, a block away from the JP Morgan Conference at Union Square).
  • To schedule a meeting, please register at LifeSci Partners Corporate Access Event 2024 and request a meeting with management.

Alzamend Neuro Submits IND Application for a Phase IIA Clinical Trial in Major Depressive Disorder Patients of its Next‑Generation Lithium Therapeutic Drug Candidate AL001

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Monday, October 23, 2023
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Although the ideal role for lithium augmentation has yet to be established, there is evidence to support the clinical practice of adding lithium to conventional antidepressants in pursuit of MDD remission.

Key Points: 
  • Although the ideal role for lithium augmentation has yet to be established, there is evidence to support the clinical practice of adding lithium to conventional antidepressants in pursuit of MDD remission.
  • AL001 is a novel lithium-delivery system that has the potential to provide benefits of marketed lithium salts while mitigating or avoiding currently experienced toxicities associated with lithium.
  • “This IND submission represents the next key milestone for Alzamend as we further advance our proprietary pipeline,” said Stephan Jackman, Chief Executive Officer of Alzamend.
  • We look forward to providing more details regarding the study’s timeline and market opportunity in the near future.”

BrainsWay Announces Publication of Study Data on Accelerated Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (Deep TMS™) for Depression

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Monday, October 16, 2023
TMS, Brainsway, Hope, HDRS, Medicine, MD, DSM-IV codes, Patient, FDA, Psychiatry Research, Maintenance, Deep, Safety, Depression, Transcranial magnetic stimulation, TASE, Cyclothymia, MADRS, MDD, Research, Quality of life, Pharmaceutical industry

The compelling results were published in the peer-reviewed journal, Psychiatry Research, in an article titled, " Real-World Efficacy and Safety of Various Accelerated Deep TMS Protocols for Major Depression ."

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  • The compelling results were published in the peer-reviewed journal, Psychiatry Research, in an article titled, " Real-World Efficacy and Safety of Various Accelerated Deep TMS Protocols for Major Depression ."
  • Deep TMS utilizes specially designed H–Coils to stimulate deep and broad cortical regions associated with depression.
  • Data collected using this approach to treat depression was compiled from clinical sites and analyzed in this study.
  • We intend to further investigate the potential efficacy of accelerated Deep TMS in the treatment of MDD, and look forward to sharing those results.”

Neurolief Appoints Neurotechnology Business Leader Steve Beller as Chief Commercial Officer

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Neurolief, a global medical device company that is delivering life-changing neurotechnology innovations, today announced the appointment of Steve Beller, an experienced senior commercial leader in neurotechnology, as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO).

Key Points: 
  • TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Neurolief, a global medical device company that is delivering life-changing neurotechnology innovations, today announced the appointment of Steve Beller, an experienced senior commercial leader in neurotechnology, as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO).
  • Steve has a demonstrated history of success in building diverse and high-performing commercial organizations in the neuromodulation and mental health markets.
  • "I am delighted to welcome Steve to the Neurolief team," said Scott Drees, CEO of Neurolief.
  • "I am glad to welcome Steve to Neurolief team," said Amit Dar, Founder and Chief Technology Officer of Neurolief.

The Center for Neuropsychiatry and Brain Stimulation (CNBS) Opens in Cary, North Carolina: Pioneering a Revolutionary Approach to Mental Health Treatment

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Saturday, September 30, 2023
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CARY, N.C., Sept. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The healthcare landscape in North Carolina reaches a pivotal milestone with the opening of the Center for Neuropsychiatry and Brain Stimulation (CNBS) in Cary. As the state's exclusive clinic offering a targeted approach to transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), including the novel MRI-guided TMS, CNBS stands at the forefront of medical innovation, providing renewed hope for individuals grappling with Major Depression, Anxiety, and other medication-resistant disorders.

Key Points: 
  • CARY, N.C., Sept. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The healthcare landscape in North Carolina reaches a pivotal milestone with the opening of the Center for Neuropsychiatry and Brain Stimulation (CNBS) in Cary.
  • "CNBS signifies a new chapter in mental health treatment in North Carolina, a testament to remarkable strides in neuropsychiatry, offering innovative and personalized care on the path to recovery."
  • - Dr. Vaishnavi
    Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) represents a groundbreaking leap in the treatment of persistent mental health conditions.
  • In addition to his medical expertise, Dr. Vaishnavi has penned "The Traumatized Brain", a comprehensive guide offering insights into brain injuries and their repercussions on mental health.

Myriad Genetics Announces Enhancements to the GeneSight® Test to Personalize Mental Health Medication Treatment Decisions Based on Smoking Status

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Monday, August 7, 2023
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SALT LAKE CITY, Aug. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Myriad Genetics , Inc. (NASDAQ:MYGN), a leader in genetic testing and precision medicine, announced enhancements to the GeneSight ® Psychotropic test, a pharmacogenomic test for mental health medications.

Key Points: 
  • SALT LAKE CITY, Aug. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Myriad Genetics , Inc. (NASDAQ:MYGN), a leader in genetic testing and precision medicine, announced enhancements to the GeneSight ® Psychotropic test, a pharmacogenomic test for mental health medications.
  • The GeneSight report will now include information on how a patient's smoking status may impact their body's metabolism of certain medications.
  • Many factors may influence medication outcomes in addition to genetics.
  • “Taking smoking status into consideration helps ensure the test provides an even more complete picture of patients’ potential outcomes with certain medications,” said Holly Johnson, Ph.D., director of Medical Affairs, Myriad Genetics.

Sunstone Therapies Announces Publication of Positive Data on Use of Psilocybin Therapy for Patients with Cancer and Major Depression Disorder, in JAMA Oncology

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Thursday, April 13, 2023
Psilocybin, Cancer, JAMA Oncology, Depression, Cyclothymia, MDD, Patient, MADRS, Pharmaceutical industry

Psilocybin therapy is an approach being investigated for the treatment of mental health challenges, including depression.

Key Points: 
  • Psilocybin therapy is an approach being investigated for the treatment of mental health challenges, including depression.
  • It combines the pharmacological effects of psilocybin, a naturally occurring psychoactive substance, with psychological support.
  • The study was a phase 2, single-center, fixed-dose, open-label study in 30 patients with curable and incurable cancer.
  • The cohorts received group therapy in 1 preparation and 2 integration sessions, supplemented by individual therapy.