Recently, AstraZeneca reported in detail the discovery process of the RXFP1 agonist AZD5462, currently in Phase II clinical trials, in two consecutive articles published in the top-tier journal JMC (Journal of Medicinal Chemistry).
On March 18th, Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) finalized its acquisition of Karuna Therapeutics, enhancing its neuroscience investments. Karuna has stopped NASDAQ trading and is now fully owned by BMS.
Molecure S.A. is dedicated to finding new treatments for diseases once thought incurable, focusing on small-molecule and mRNA-based drugs. The company is now conducting a Phase II trial of their drug OATD-01 for active pulmonary sarcoidosis.
Sumitomo Dainippon Pharma and its U.S. subsidiary SMPA announced an updated agreement on March 15th with Otsuka Pharmaceutical for the joint development of four psychiatric and neurological compounds, including ulotaront and others, amending their original September 30, 2021, partnership.