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Argenica Therapeutics has dosed 80% of patients in its Phase 2 stroke trial and gained FDA orphan drug designations for its second candidate, ARG-006. The company reports a cash-positive quarter with $15 million in reserves.

Alterity Therapeutics has announced encouraging Phase 2 trial results for ATH434, showing significant slowing of disease progression in multiple system atrophy (MSA) patients and a strong safety profile. These findings mark a potential breakthrough in treating a disease with no approved therapies.

Argenica Therapeutics has received a positive safety review from its independent DSMB for the Phase 2 trial of ARG-007 in acute ischaemic stroke patients, with dosing now 86% complete and full recruitment expected by early Q2 2025.

NeuroScientific Biopharmaceuticals has initiated critical IND-enabling studies for its glaucoma drug candidate EmtinB, backed by a solid cash position of A$4.5 million as of December 2024. Preliminary melanin binding results are shaping the path toward first-in-human trials.

Algorae Pharmaceuticals reports robust progress in its drug development pipeline, highlighted by promising preclinical results for cardiovascular and dementia candidates and significant AI platform enhancements.

Nyrada Inc. reports promising preclinical results for its lead drug NYR-BI03, showing an 86% cardioprotective effect, alongside a strong financial position bolstered by a AU$3.29 million capital raise. The company has submitted its Phase Ia clinical trial package, setting the stage for human testing.

Invex Therapeutics reports encouraging results from its collaboration with Tessara Therapeutics, showing Exenatide’s potential to improve neuronal survival in a 3D human brain model of Alzheimer's disease. The company maintains a stable cash position while exploring new neurological partnerships.