Neumora Reports Positive Phase 1b Results for NMRA-511 in Alzheimer's Agitation; Advances Pipeline

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Neumora Therapeutics announced positive Phase 1b results for NMRA-511 in Alzheimer's disease agitation, demonstrating clinically meaningful effects and a favorable safety profile, alongside updates on other key pipeline programs and an extended cash runway.

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• Positive NMRA-511 Phase 1b Results

  NMRA-511, targeting Alzheimer's disease agitation, achieved clinically meaningful reductions in CMAI total score and showed a favorable safety profile in its Phase 1b signal-seeking study. The company plans to evaluate higher doses and initiate a Phase 2/3 study.

• Key Pipeline Advancements

  Neumora is increasing enrollment for its Navacaprant Phase 3 studies (KOASTAL-2 and -3) with a joint topline data readout expected in Q2 2026, and plans to initiate a Phase 1 clinical program for NMRA-215 in obesity in H1 2026.

• Extended Financial Runway

  The company expects its cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities to support operations into the third quarter of 2027, providing financial stability for ongoing development.

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The positive Phase 1b results for NMRA-511 are a significant de-risking event for Neumora's pipeline, showing a clinically meaningful reduction in Alzheimer's disease agitation symptoms and a strong safety profile. The company's plan to advance NMRA-511 to higher dose studies and Phase 2/3 trials, coupled with increased enrollment for its lead Navacaprant Phase 3 program and the initiation of a Phase 1 study for NMRA-215 in obesity, indicates robust pipeline progression. The extended cash runway into Q3 2027 further strengthens the company's financial position, supporting these development efforts. Investors should monitor the progression of NMRA-511 into later-stage trials and the upcoming Navacaprant data readout.