Neuroscience

CNS Drug Delivery Innovations Address Critical Bottleneck in Biotech Market
Advancements in blood-brain barrier penetration technologies, such as Oncotelic's intranasal nose-to-brain system, are unlocking significant opportunities in the biotech sector by enabling targeted CNS therapies for diseases like Alzheimer's and bolstering biodefense preparedness.

Silo Pharma Launches Ibogaine-Based TBI Therapeutics Initiative
Silo Pharma announced a strategic initiative to develop ibogaine-based therapeutics for traumatic brain injury and related conditions, filing a provisional patent application.

Oncotelic Therapeutics Completes $12.5M Asset Transfer to Lunai Bioworks, Focusing on Nose-to-Brain Delivery for Alzheimer's and Biodefense
Oncotelic Therapeutics has transferred worldwide rights to its nose-to-brain delivery system for Alzheimer's and biodefense to Lunai Bioworks in exchange for $12.5 million in preferred stock, enabling it to monetize assets while retaining control for other indications like Parkinson's disease.

Brain Health Shaped by Lifetime Mental, Physical, Environmental and Lifestyle Factors, New AHA Statement Says
A new American Heart Association scientific statement highlights that brain health is influenced by a range of factors across the entire lifespan, including mental health, sleep, environment, and social conditions, offering opportunities for early intervention to reduce the risk of stroke, cognitive decline, and dementia.

Helus Pharma Appoints Robert Langer and Stephen Brannan to Scientific Advisory Board, Bolstering Neuroscience Pipeline
Helus Pharma adds renowned experts Dr. Robert Langer and Dr. Stephen Brannan to its Scientific Advisory Board, strengthening its drug development capabilities for mental health treatments including major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder.

Canadian Scientists Identify Brain Cells That Fuel Glioblastoma Growth
Researchers have discovered that certain brain cells previously thought to be passive support structures actively promote glioblastoma tumor growth, potentially opening new therapeutic avenues for one of the deadliest forms of brain cancer.

Memory Beads Inspired by 116-Year-Old's Habit Launch to Support Alzheimer's Research
A new tactile brain health tool called Peter's Memory Beads, inspired by a 116-year-old man's daily routine, has launched with all proceeds supporting Alzheimer's Association research and services.

Two Neuroscientists Awarded 2026 Ralph L. Sacco Scholarships for Brain Health Research
The American Academy of Neurology and the American Heart Association have awarded $150,000 scholarships to Sarah Kettlety and Cali McEntee to study concussion recovery in children and the effects of exercise on brain aging, respectively.

Molecular Testing Gains Importance in Complex CNS Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
Molecular analysis is becoming crucial for identifying and treating complex central nervous system tumors, which traditional methods often miss, with companies like CNS Pharmaceuticals advancing targeted drug development.

Cybin Reports Strong Q2 2025 Results and Advances Late-Stage Neuropsychiatry Programs
Cybin Inc. has reported strong institutional demand in its second-quarter 2025 results while advancing multiple late-stage clinical programs for mental health treatments, positioning the company for key 2026 data readouts that could significantly impact neuropsychiatry treatment options.

Cybin to Present Neuropsychiatry Pipeline at Jefferies Global Healthcare Conference
Cybin Inc. will present its late-stage neuropsychiatry pipeline including breakthrough-designated depression treatment at the Jefferies Global Healthcare Conference, highlighting the company's progress in developing novel mental health therapies.

HOPE Therapeutics Launches Revolutionary One-Day Depression Treatment Protocol in Florida
NRx Pharmaceuticals' subsidiary HOPE Therapeutics has initiated Florida's first deployment of a rapid one-day TMS protocol for treatment-resistant depression, potentially transforming care for millions suffering from depression and PTSD.

Annovis Bio Completes Site Activation and Marks First Patient Completions in Pivotal Alzheimer's Phase 3 Trial
Annovis Bio has fully activated all 84 U.S. sites for its pivotal Phase 3 Alzheimer's trial and achieved first patient completions, positioning the company to deliver symptomatic data by late 2026 for its potential neurodegenerative disease therapy buntanetap.

Cybin Inc. to Present at Guggenheim Healthcare Innovation Conference Amid Phase 3 Mental Health Drug Development
Cybin Inc. announced its participation in the Guggenheim Healthcare Innovation Conference as the company advances its Phase 3 clinical trials for novel mental health treatments, highlighting growing investor interest in innovative neuropsychiatry solutions.

Cybin Chief Medical Officer to Present at Prestigious 2025 Milken Institute Health Summit
Cybin Inc.'s Chief Medical Officer will participate in the 2025 Milken Institute Future of Health Summit, highlighting the company's advanced clinical-stage mental health treatments and their potential to address significant unmet medical needs.

Study Reveals Chemotherapy May Damage Brain's Waste Drainage System, Explaining 'Chemo Brain' Symptoms
New research identifies chemotherapy-induced damage to the brain's waste drainage network as a potential cause of cognitive difficulties affecting up to 75% of cancer patients during and after treatment.

Annovis Bio Secures $3.4 Million in Registered Direct Offering to Advance Neurodegenerative Disease Therapies
Annovis Bio has raised $3.4 million through a registered direct offering to fund development of treatments for Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases, providing crucial capital for advancing late-stage clinical programs targeting neurodegeneration.

Alpha Cognition to Present at Spartan Capital Investor Conference, Highlighting Neurodegenerative Disease Treatments
Alpha Cognition's participation in the Spartan Capital Securities investor conference provides a platform to showcase its innovative treatments for Alzheimer's and cognitive impairment from traumatic brain injury, potentially attracting crucial investment for addressing unmet medical needs.

Quirkitude Releases Book on Ancient Herbal Remedies for Neurodivergent Wellness
Quirkitude's new book combines ancestral herbal wisdom with modern science to provide natural alternatives for stress, anxiety, and neurodivergent balance, addressing growing demand for holistic mental health approaches.

NRx Pharmaceuticals to Present Depression Treatment Advancements at Noble Capital Markets Conference
NRx Pharmaceuticals will present its innovative depression treatments including a low-dose D-Cycloserine product that enhances Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation effectiveness and discuss expanded clinical operations and VA collaborations for treating suicidal depression and PTSD.

National Survey Reveals Nearly Half of Americans Suffer From Unexplained Pain and Illness
A new national survey shows that 48% of Americans experience unexplained chronic pain or illness, highlighting the urgent need for greater awareness and access to neuroplastic treatments that could transform healthcare outcomes.

Cybin Advances Neuropsychiatry Pipeline with Key Clinical Milestones and Extended IP Protection
Cybin Inc. is progressing multiple late-stage clinical programs for mental health treatments, with upcoming data readouts and regulatory advancements that could significantly impact the neuropsychiatry treatment landscape.

Creative Biolabs Launches Advanced Antibody Tools for Neuroscience Research
Creative Biolabs has developed specialized antibody products targeting key neurological proteins that could accelerate research into neurodegenerative diseases, movement disorders, and synaptic function.

Leading Mental Health Expert to Address Youth Crisis at Biofeedback Conference
Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge will present brain-based strategies for addressing the youth mental health crisis at the NRBS 2025 conference, offering practical solutions for clinicians, educators, and parents dealing with rising rates of anxiety and depression.

Alicia Kali Establishes World's First Neuroscience and BioQuantum Engineering Institute to Advance Human Health and AI Performance
Alicia Kali has launched the world's first nonprofit institute dedicated to neuroscience and bioquantum engineering, aiming to unify biological intelligence, regenerative health, and artificial cognition through groundbreaking research.

Creative Biolabs Launches Advanced Neuroscience Platforms to Address Growing Neurodegenerative Disease Research Needs
Creative Biolabs has introduced specialized neuroscience research platforms targeting Alzheimer's and other neurodegenerative diseases, providing critical tools for studying cellular mechanisms in both peripheral and central nervous systems to accelerate drug development and mechanistic studies.

Neuroscience Breakthrough Offers New Hope for Locked-In Syndrome Patients and Consciousness Research
Dr. Berenika Maciejewicz's research provides a new diagnostic framework for detecting consciousness in locked-in syndrome patients, with significant implications for brain-computer interfaces and neurological care.

Cybin Executives to Present at TD Cowen Neuropsychiatry Summit Amid Phase 3 Depression Treatment Development
Cybin Inc. executives will present at the TD Cowen Neuropsychiatry & Epilepsy Summit, highlighting the company's late-stage development of novel mental health treatments including CYB003, which has received FDA Breakthrough Therapy Designation for major depressive disorder.

Clene Inc. Advances Toward NDA Submission for ALS Therapy CNM-Au8®
Clene Inc. is progressing toward submitting a New Drug Application for its ALS treatment CNM-Au8® by late 2025, potentially offering new hope for patients with this devastating neurodegenerative disease.

National Survey Reveals Nearly Half of US Adults Experience Unexplained or Treatment-Resistant Pain and Illness
A groundbreaking national survey to be presented at the Association for the Treatment of Neuroplastic Symptoms conference shows that 40% of Americans seeking medical care have symptoms likely caused by stress-induced neural pathway changes rather than structural issues.