CervoMed's Neflamapimod Selected for UK EXPERTS-ALS Clinical Trial Platform

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CervoMed's neflamapimod has been selected for the UK EXPERTS-ALS platform, enabling funded, rapid testing of the drug for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). This provides significant validation and non-dilutive funding for a new indication.

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• Drug Candidate Selected for ALS Platform

  CervoMed's lead drug candidate, neflamapimod, has been selected for inclusion in the EXPERTS-ALS platform, designed for rapid testing of potential treatments for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS).

• Trial Costs Fully Funded

  The costs for the EXPERTS-ALS trial will be funded by the United Kingdom National Institute for Health and Care Research and leading motor neuron disease charities, providing non-dilutive capital for this development.

• First Patient Dosing Expected by End of 2026

  The first person with ALS is expected to be dosed with neflamapimod in the EXPERTS-ALS trial by the end of 2026.

• Initial Evaluation in 35 Participants

  Neflamapimod will initially be evaluated in approximately 35 participants with ALS for 18-24 weeks, with potential for further evaluation in up to 80 patients.

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CervoMed's lead drug candidate, neflamapimod, has been selected for inclusion in the EXPERTS-ALS platform, a significant development for the clinical-stage biotechnology company. This inclusion provides a funded pathway to rapidly test neflamapimod for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), a devastating neurodegenerative disease. The trial costs are covered by the UK National Institute for Health and Care Research and leading motor neuron disease charities, which is a substantial benefit as it allows CervoMed to advance its pipeline without incurring additional R&D expenses for this indication. This validation from a reputable platform, coupled with non-dilutive funding, significantly de-risks the development of neflamapimod for ALS and expands its potential market, while the company maintains its primary focus on Dementia with Lewy Bodies (DLB).