Latest Neurodegenerative Disease News

Neurizon Therapeutics has launched a A$24.2 million equity raise to fund the next phase of clinical trials for its lead drug NUZ-001 targeting ALS, supported by a global licensing deal and a flexible convertible note facility.

Neurizon Therapeutics has locked in a $44 million funding package to fully support its lead drug NUZ-001 in the HEALEY ALS Platform Trial, marking a critical step toward potential regulatory approval and broader neurodegenerative applications.

Actinogen Medical has finalized enrollment and begun treatment of all 246 participants in its XanaMIA Phase 2b/3 Alzheimer’s trial, with topline results expected in November 2026. The oral drug Xanamem targets brain cortisol to potentially slow disease progression.

Neurizon Therapeutics has secured FDA clearance for its lead drug candidate NUZ-001 to enter the HEALEY ALS Platform Trial, marking a key regulatory milestone and setting the stage for patient enrollment in early 2026.

Neurizon Therapeutics has completed manufacturing three GMP registration batches of its lead ALS drug candidate NUZ-001 ahead of schedule, paving the way for FDA submissions and clinical trial enrollment.

Alterity Therapeutics announces significant board changes, including the retirement of founding chairman Geoffrey Kempler and appointment of CEO Dr David Stamler as Managing Director, aligning leadership with its Phase 3 clinical ambitions.

Neurizon Therapeutics has secured FDA clearance to resume clinical trials for its lead ALS drug candidate NUZ-001 and strengthened its balance sheet with a $5.2 million capital raise. The company is now poised to enter the pivotal HEALEY ALS Platform Trial, marking a significant step forward in its neurodegenerative disease program.

Neurizon Therapeutics has secured FDA clearance to resume clinical trials for its lead ALS drug NUZ-001, alongside a $5.2 million capital raise and a key licensing deal with Elanco Animal Health. These developments position the company for a critical growth phase in neurodegenerative disease therapeutics.

Syntara Limited reports encouraging Phase 2a results for amsulostat in myelofibrosis, with significant symptom relief and spleen volume reduction sustained over 12 months, alongside new clinical trial initiations and a solid cash position.

Neurizon Therapeutics has been granted a key Australian patent for its lead drug candidate NUZ-001, extending protection for treatments targeting ALS, Alzheimer's, and other neurodegenerative diseases through 2041. This milestone complements earlier US patent grants and sets the stage for upcoming clinical trials.

Actinogen Medical has received approval for an additional $1.87 million research and development tax rebate, bringing its total FY25 rebate to $7.36 million. This funding underpins ongoing clinical trials of its Alzheimer’s and depression therapy candidate, Xanamem.

Actinogen Medical has fast-tracked recruitment in its XanaMIA Alzheimer’s trial, closing pTau biomarker screening early and increasing participant numbers, aiming for final results by mid Q4 2026.