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Anavex Life Sciences Corp. (Nasdaq: AVXL) announced an investment commitment from the Shake It Up Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, covering up to 50% of the costs for a clinical study on ANAVEX®2-73 (blarcamesine) aimed at treating Parkinson’s disease. The study will evaluate safety and efficacy through a placebo-controlled trial over at least 48 weeks, using a once-daily oral formulation. Previous studies highlighted ANAVEX®2-73's potential to modify disease progression, showing promising results in animal models.

On August 4, 2020, Anavex Life Sciences Corp. (Nasdaq: AVXL) announced it will release its financial results for the quarter ending June 30, 2020, on August 6, 2020. A conference call will be held at 11:00 am ET to discuss these results and provide updates on clinical programs. Anavex is advancing therapeutics for neurodegenerative disorders, with promising candidates like ANAVEX®2-73 and ANAVEX®3-71 demonstrating significant potential in clinical trials.

Anavex Life Sciences Corp. (Nasdaq: AVXL) announced the enrollment of the first participant in a Phase 1 trial for ANAVEX®3-71, a small molecule targeting sigma-1 and M1 muscarinic receptors. This trial aims to evaluate the safety and pharmacokinetics of the drug, initially focused on Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD). The company anticipates topline data in the first half of 2021. ANAVEX®3-71 has shown promising preclinical results, demonstrating disease-modifying activity against Alzheimer’s disease hallmarks.

Anavex Life Sciences Corp. (Nasdaq: AVXL) has announced the initiation of the EXCELLENCE Phase 2/3 clinical trial for ANAVEX®2-73 (blarcamesine) aimed at treating Rett syndrome. The trial will involve a minimum of 69 patients over a 12-week period, focusing on safety and efficacy while using precision medicine biomarkers. This represents the third ongoing study in Anavex’s Rett syndrome program. Previously, ANAVEX®2-73 had received Fast Track, Rare Pediatric Disease, and Orphan Drug designations from the FDA, indicating its potential significance in treating this debilitating condition.

Anavex Life Sciences Corp. (Nasdaq: AVXL) has exceeded its enrollment target by 50% in the ANAVEX®2-73 (blarcamesine) Phase 2 study for Rett syndrome. The multi-center trial evaluates the safety and efficacy of daily doses of blarcamesine, with topline results expected in the second half of 2020. Interim data indicated significant improvements in key efficacy endpoints, particularly in patient behavior and clinician assessments. The drug has received multiple FDA designations aimed at addressing the unmet medical need in treating Rett syndrome.

Anavex Life Sciences Corp. (Nasdaq: AVXL) has received a No Objection Letter from Health Canada and Clinical Trial Authorization from the MHRA in the UK to expand its Phase 2b/3 trial of ANAVEX^®2-73 (blarcamesine) for early Alzheimer's disease into Canada and the UK. The ongoing study, currently over 50% enrolled, aims to assess safety and efficacy in 450 patients. CEO Christopher U. Missling expressed optimism that these approvals will expedite enrollment and advance the company's mission to treat neurodegenerative disorders.

Anavex Life Sciences Corp. (Nasdaq: AVXL) announced the approval from the Australian Human Research Ethics Committee to begin a First-in-Human (FIH) clinical study of ANAVEX®3-71 (AF710B). This orally-administered small molecule targets sigma-1 and M1 muscarinic receptors, aiming to treat Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD). ANAVEX®3-71 has shown disease-modifying activity against Alzheimer's disease hallmark features in preclinical studies. The Phase 1 trial will involve 36 healthy subjects to assess safety and pharmacokinetics, followed by extended dosing in FTD patients.

Anavex Life Sciences Corp. (Nasdaq: AVXL) provided an update on its financial results for Q2 of fiscal 2020. The company reported a net loss of $7.2 million, or $0.12 per share, consistent with the prior year's loss of $7.2 million but an improvement in loss per share. Cash and cash equivalents increased to $26.6 million from $22.2 million. Clinical trials for ANAVEX®2-73 (blarcamesine) are progressing, with enrollment for the Phase 2 trials in Parkinson’s disease dementia and Rett syndrome exceeding 50%. Topline results for the Parkinson’s trial are expected by mid-2020.

Anavex Life Sciences Corp. (Nasdaq: AVXL) has announced it will release its financial results for the fiscal quarter ending March 31, 2020, on May 7, 2020. This will be followed by a conference call at 4:30 PM ET to discuss the results and updates on clinical programs. Anavex is focused on developing therapeutics for neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. Their leading candidate, ANAVEX®2-73 (blarcamesine), has shown promise in clinical trials and is aimed at restoring cellular homeostasis.