MIAMI, FL / ACCESSWIRE / August 19, 2024 / MIRA Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ:MIRA) "MIRA" or the "Company"), a leading pre-clinical-stage pharmaceutical company, is pleased to provide a comprehensive update on its recent achievements and scientific advancements as it nears a crucial milestone: the submission of its Investigational New Drug (IND) application by the end of the year. This update highlights the company's strategic progress, significant scientific breakthroughs, and the expertise driving its innovative drug candidates toward clinical trials.
Recent Company Highlights Leadership Enhancement with Dr. Itzchak Angel MIRA has strengthened its leadership by appointing Dr. Itzchak Angel as Chief Scientific Advisor.
With over 40 years of experience, including a distinguished career at Synthelabo (now Sanofi-Aventis), Dr. Angel was instrumental in the development and regulatory approval of several key drugs, such as Ambien, Xatral and Mizolen. His expertise in advancing drug candidates from early research through clinical trials is now guiding MIRA's pipeline.
Scientific Progress with Ketamir-2 MIRA has made significant strides with its novel oral ketamine analog, Ketamir-2. The Company has established a robust manufacturing process for the compound, which allows large-scale, high-quality synthesis with low cost of goods. Recent preclinical studies have demonstrated that Ketamir-2 offers a superior safety profile compared to traditional ketamine, notably avoiding hyper-.