Clearmind Medicine (NASDAQ: CMND) files Hong Kong patent for MEAI-PEA depression therapy
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Clearmind Medicine Inc., a clinical-stage biotech company, filed a patent application in Hong Kong for a new combination therapy targeting major depressive disorder. The therapy pairs its proprietary compound 5-methoxy-2-aminoindane (MEAI) with Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA), sourced through its partnership with NeuroThera Labs Inc.
The company highlights this MEAI-PEA approach as a non-hallucinogenic neuroplastogen-based option intended to address depression, which affects more than 332 million people worldwide, within a market expected to surpass $25 billion by 2030. Clearmind notes it currently holds nineteen patent families, including 31 granted patents, and plans to continue expanding its intellectual property portfolio.
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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
Form 6-K
Report of Foreign Private Issuer
Pursuant to Rule 13a-16 or 15d-16
under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
For the month of: March 2026
Commission file number: 001-41557
CLEARMIND MEDICINE INC.
(Translation of registrant’s name into English)
101 – 1220 West 6th Avenue
Vancouver, British Columbia
(Address of principal executive offices)
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F.
Form 20-F ☒ Form 40-F ☐
CONTENTS
Attached hereto and incorporated herein is the Registrant’s press release issued on March 13, 2026, titled “Clearmind Medicine Announces Hong Kong Patent Filing for Depression Therapy”.
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EXHIBIT INDEX
| Exhibit No. | ||
| 99.1 | Press release titled: “Clearmind Medicine Announces Hong Kong Patent Filing for Depression Therapy” |
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
| Clearmind Medicine, Inc. | ||
| (Registrant) | ||
| Date: March 13, 2026 | By: | /s/ Adi Zuloff-Shani |
| Name: | Adi Zuloff-Shani | |
| Title: | Chief Executive Officer | |
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Exhibit 99.1
Clearmind Medicine Announces Hong Kong Patent Filing for Depression Therapy
Innovative non-hallucinogenic approach combines MEAI with Palmitoylethanolamide to tackle major depressive disorder, addressing a surging market expected to surpass $25 billion by 2030
Vancouver, Canada, March 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Clearmind Medicine Inc. (Nasdaq: CMND), (FSE: CWY0) (“Clearmind” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biotech company focused on the discovery and development of novel, non-hallucinogenic, second generation, neuroplastogen-derived therapeutics to solve major under-treated health problems, today announced the filing of a patent application with the Intellectual Property Department (IPD) in Hong Kong, for am innovative combination therapy designed to treat major depressive disorder (MDD).
This innovative treatment blends Clearmind’s proprietary 5-methoxy-2-aminoindane (MEAI) with Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA), sourced via its partnership with NeuroThera Labs Inc. (TSXV: NTLX), a subsidiary of SciSparc Ltd. (Nasdaq: SPRC).
The patent filing underscores the potential promise of this MEAI-PEA synergy as a non-hallucinogenic neuroplastogen option for combating depression, a condition affecting more than 332 million people globally. Given the anticipated mechanism of action, this therapy could provide a more accessible, safer, and affordable alternative to existing antidepressants, including SSRIs and other conventional options.
About Clearmind Medicine Inc.
Clearmind is a clinical-stage neuroplastogens pharmaceutical biotech company focused on the discovery and development of novel psychedelic-derived therapeutics to solve widespread and underserved health problems, including alcohol use disorder. Its primary objective is to research and develop psychedelic-based compounds and attempt to commercialize them as regulated medicines, foods, or supplements.
The Company’s intellectual portfolio currently consists of nineteen patent families, including 31 granted patents. The Company intends to seek additional patents for its compounds whenever warranted and will remain opportunistic regarding the acquisition of additional intellectual property to build its portfolio.
Shares of Clearmind are listed for trading on Nasdaq under the symbol “CMND.”
For further information, visit: https://www.clearmindmedicine.com or contact:
Investor Relations
invest@clearmindmedicine.com
Telephone: (604) 260-1566
US: CMND@crescendo-ir.com
General Inquiries
Info@Clearmindmedicine.com
www.Clearmindmedicine.com
Forward-Looking Statements:
This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act and other securities laws. Words such as “expects,” “anticipates,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “seeks,” “estimates” and similar expressions or variations of such words are intended to identify forward-looking statements. For example, the Company is using forward-looking statements when it discusses how the patent filing underscores the potential promise of this MEAI-PEA synergy as a non-hallucinogenic neuroplastogen option for combating depression and how the Company intends to seek additional patents for its compounds whenever warranted and will remain opportunistic regarding the acquisition of additional intellectual property to build its portfolio. The Company cannot assure that any patent will issue as a result of a pending patent application or, if issued, whether it will issue in a form that will be advantageous to the Company. Forward-looking statements are not historical facts, and are based upon management’s current expectations, beliefs and projections, many of which, by their nature, are inherently uncertain. Such expectations, beliefs and projections are expressed in good faith. However, there can be no assurance that management’s expectations, beliefs and projections will be achieved, and actual results may differ materially from what is expressed in or indicated by the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual performance or results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements. For a more detailed description of the risks and uncertainties affecting the Company, reference is made to the Company’s reports filed from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including, but not limited to, the risks detailed in the Company’s annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended October 31, 2025 and subsequent filings with the SEC. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date the statements are made. The Company assumes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect actual results, subsequent events or circumstances, changes in assumptions or changes in other factors affecting forward-looking information except to the extent required by applicable securities laws. If the Company does update one or more forward-looking statements, no inference should be drawn that the Company will make additional updates with respect thereto or with respect to other forward-looking statements. References and links to websites have been provided as a convenience, and the information contained on such websites is not incorporated by reference into this press release. Clearmind is not responsible for the contents of third-party websites.
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