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MIRA Pharmaceuticals announced on August 12, 2025 that a manuscript describing its lead candidate, Ketamir-2, was accepted for publication in Frontiers in Pharmacology. The paper reports that Ketamir-2 outperformed ketamine, pregabalin, or gabapentin in two validated preclinical models of neuropathic pain, restoring sensory function and reversing pain behaviors across genders and species. The company cites epidemiology that 7–10% of the population experiences neuropathic pain, equal to 36–51 million people in North America, and cites market estimates of $7.97 billion globally in 2024 growing to $16.79 billion by 2034.

MIRA states these findings support its plan to submit a Phase 2a clinical trial protocol to the FDA in Q4 2025 as a follow-up to its active IND, with the goal of initiating a neuropathic pain study by year-end. The company is also evaluating Ketamir-2 for other CNS indications including depression, anxiety, PTSD, and a topical formulation for localized pain.

MIRA Pharmaceuticals ha annunciato il 12 agosto 2025 che un manoscritto relativo al suo candidato principale, Ketamir-2, è stato accettato per la pubblicazione su Frontiers in Pharmacology. L'articolo riferisce che Ketamir-2 ha superato ketamina, pregabalin e gabapentin in due modelli preclinici validati di dolore neuropatico, ripristinando la funzione sensoriale e invertendo i comportamenti dolorosi in entrambi i sessi e in più specie. L'azienda cita dati epidemiologici secondo cui il 7–10% della popolazione soffre di dolore neuropatico, corrispondente a 36–51 milioni di persone in Nord America, e stime di mercato di 7,97 miliardi di dollari a livello globale nel 2024 con una crescita attesa a 16,79 miliardi entro il 2034.

MIRA afferma che questi risultati sostengono il suo piano di presentare un protocollo di studio clinico di Fase 2a alla FDA nel quarto trimestre 2025 come seguito al suo IND attivo, con l'obiettivo di avviare uno studio sul dolore neuropatico entro la fine dell'anno. L'azienda sta inoltre valutando Ketamir-2 per altre indicazioni del SNC, tra cui depressione, ansia, PTSD, e una formulazione topica per il dolore localizzato.

MIRA Pharmaceuticals anunció el 12 de agosto de 2025 que un manuscrito que describe su candidato principal, Ketamir-2, fue aceptado para publicación en Frontiers in Pharmacology. El artículo indica que Ketamir-2 superó a ketamina, pregabalina y gabapentina en dos modelos preclínicos validados de dolor neuropático, restableciendo la función sensorial y revirtiendo las conductas de dolor en ambos sexos y en varias especies. La compañía cita datos epidemiológicos que sitúan en el 7–10% de la población la prevalencia del dolor neuropático, equivalente a 36–51 millones de personas en Norteamérica, y estima un mercado global de 7,97 mil millones de dólares en 2024, con crecimiento hasta 16,79 mil millones en 2034.

MIRA afirma que estos hallazgos respaldan su plan de presentar un protocolo de ensayo clínico de Fase 2a a la FDA en el cuarto trimestre de 2025 como seguimiento de su IND activo, con el objetivo de iniciar un estudio sobre dolor neuropático antes de fin de año. La compañía también está evaluando Ketamir-2 para otras indicaciones del SNC, incluidas depresión, ansiedad, TEPT y una formulación tópica para dolor localizado.

MIRA Pharmaceuticals는 2025년 8월 12일 자로 자사 주요 후보물질 Ketamir-2에 관한 원고가 Frontiers in Pharmacology에 게재 승인되었다고 발표했습니다. 논문은 Ketamir-2가 두 가지 검증된 전임상 신경병성 통증 모델에서 케타민, 프레가발린, 가바펜틴보다 우수하여 감각 기능을 회복시키고 남녀 및 여러 종에서 통증 행동을 역전시켰다고 보고합니다. 회사는 역학 자료로 인구의 7–10%가 신경병성 통증을 겪고 있어 북미에서 36–51백만(=3,600만–5,100만)명에 해당한다고 밝히며, 2024년 전 세계 시장 규모를 $7.97 billion으로, 2034년에는 $16.79 billion으로 추정한다고 전했습니다.

MIRA는 이러한 결과가 활성 IND에 이은 후속 조치로 2025년 4분기 FDA에 2a상 임상시험 프로토콜을 제출하려는 계획을 뒷받침한다고 밝히며, 연말까지 신경병성 통증 연구를 시작하는 것을 목표로 하고 있습니다. 또한 회사는 Ketamir-2를 우울증, 불안, PTSD 등 다른 중추신경계 적응증과 국소 통증을 위한 국소 제형으로도 평가하고 있습니다.

MIRA Pharmaceuticals a annoncé le 12 août 2025 qu'un manuscrit décrivant son candidat principal, Ketamir-2, avait été accepté pour publication dans Frontiers in Pharmacology. L'article rapporte que Ketamir-2 a surpassé la kétamine, la prégabaline et la gabapentine dans deux modèles précliniques validés de douleur neuropathique, restaurant la fonction sensorielle et inversant les comportements douloureux chez les deux sexes et chez plusieurs espèces. La société cite des données épidémiologiques indiquant que 7–10% de la population souffre de douleur neuropathique, soit 36–51 millions de personnes en Amérique du Nord, et des estimations de marché mondiales de 7,97 milliards de dollars en 2024, en hausse à 16,79 milliards d'ici 2034.

MIRA affirme que ces résultats soutiennent son intention de soumettre un protocole d'essai clinique de phase 2a à la FDA au 4e trimestre 2025 en tant que suite à son IND actif, avec pour objectif de lancer une étude sur la douleur neuropathique d'ici la fin de l'année. La société évalue également Ketamir-2 pour d'autres indications du SNC, notamment la dépression, l'anxiété, le TSPT, ainsi qu'une formulation topique pour les douleurs localisées.

MIRA Pharmaceuticals gab am 12. August 2025 bekannt, dass ein Manuskript zu ihrem führenden Kandidaten Ketamir-2 zur Veröffentlichung in Frontiers in Pharmacology angenommen wurde. Die Arbeit berichtet, dass Ketamir-2 in zwei validierten präklinischen Modellen neuropathischer Schmerzen Ketamin, Pregabalin und Gabapentin übertraf, die sensorische Funktion wiederherstellte und schmerzbedingtes Verhalten geschlechts- und artenübergreifend umkehrte. Das Unternehmen verweist auf epidemiologische Daten, wonach 7–10% der Bevölkerung von neuropathischen Schmerzen betroffen sind, was in Nordamerika 36–51 Millionen Menschen entspricht, und nennt Marktschätzungen von 7,97 Milliarden US-Dollar weltweit im Jahr 2024 mit einem Anstieg auf 16,79 Milliarden bis 2034.

MIRA erklärt, diese Befunde untermauerten den Plan, im 4. Quartal 2025 ein Phase‑2a‑Studienprotokoll bei der FDA einzureichen als Folge ihres aktiven IND, mit dem Ziel, bis Jahresende eine Studie zum neuropathischen Schmerz zu starten. Zudem prüft das Unternehmen Ketamir-2 für weitere ZNS‑Indikationen wie Depression, Angststörungen, PTBS sowie eine topische Formulierung für lokalisierte Schmerzen.

Positive
  • Manuscript accepted for publication in Frontiers in Pharmacology, offering peer-reviewed validation of the data
  • Ketamir-2 outperformed ketamine, pregabalin, or gabapentin in two validated preclinical neuropathic pain models
  • Preclinical effects observed across genders and species, and described restoration of sensory function and reversal of pain behaviors
  • Company plans to submit a Phase 2a clinical trial protocol to the FDA in Q4 2025 and aims to initiate the study by year-end
  • Large addressable market cited: neuropathic pain market estimates presented, including global and North American figures
Negative
  • Data are preclinical; the filing does not report clinical efficacy or human safety results
  • No financial or enrollment details for planned clinical work are provided in this report
  • Timeline stated as a goal to initiate the Phase 2a study by year-end after a Q4 2025 submission, but the filing does not confirm definitive trial start or logistics

Insights

TL;DR: Peer-reviewed preclinical superiority supports moving toward human efficacy testing; Phase 2a filing planned in Q4 2025.

The acceptance of a peer-reviewed manuscript in Frontiers in Pharmacology provides external validation of the preclinical dataset showing Ketamir-2 outperformed standard comparators in two validated neuropathic pain models across sexes and species. That breadth of preclinical effect and a noted favorable safety profile strengthen a rationale for a Phase 2a protocol. The announced plan to submit to the FDA in Q4 2025 and the goal to initiate the study by year-end are meaningful development milestones that, if met, would transition the program from preclinical to early clinical evaluation.

TL;DR: Positive scientific progress and clear milestones, but clinical validation and funding remain determinants of shareholder value.

The filing highlights a peer-reviewed publication and a target regulatory milestone (Phase 2a submission in Q4 2025). The release also cites market-size estimates for neuropathic pain and expanded indication opportunities, which frame potential commercial upside. From a market perspective, publication acceptance and an active IND followed by a Phase 2a submission are constructive developments, though material valuation impacts will depend on clinical outcomes, trial execution, and financing not detailed in this report.

MIRA Pharmaceuticals ha annunciato il 12 agosto 2025 che un manoscritto relativo al suo candidato principale, Ketamir-2, è stato accettato per la pubblicazione su Frontiers in Pharmacology. L'articolo riferisce che Ketamir-2 ha superato ketamina, pregabalin e gabapentin in due modelli preclinici validati di dolore neuropatico, ripristinando la funzione sensoriale e invertendo i comportamenti dolorosi in entrambi i sessi e in più specie. L'azienda cita dati epidemiologici secondo cui il 7–10% della popolazione soffre di dolore neuropatico, corrispondente a 36–51 milioni di persone in Nord America, e stime di mercato di 7,97 miliardi di dollari a livello globale nel 2024 con una crescita attesa a 16,79 miliardi entro il 2034.

MIRA afferma che questi risultati sostengono il suo piano di presentare un protocollo di studio clinico di Fase 2a alla FDA nel quarto trimestre 2025 come seguito al suo IND attivo, con l'obiettivo di avviare uno studio sul dolore neuropatico entro la fine dell'anno. L'azienda sta inoltre valutando Ketamir-2 per altre indicazioni del SNC, tra cui depressione, ansia, PTSD, e una formulazione topica per il dolore localizzato.

MIRA Pharmaceuticals anunció el 12 de agosto de 2025 que un manuscrito que describe su candidato principal, Ketamir-2, fue aceptado para publicación en Frontiers in Pharmacology. El artículo indica que Ketamir-2 superó a ketamina, pregabalina y gabapentina en dos modelos preclínicos validados de dolor neuropático, restableciendo la función sensorial y revirtiendo las conductas de dolor en ambos sexos y en varias especies. La compañía cita datos epidemiológicos que sitúan en el 7–10% de la población la prevalencia del dolor neuropático, equivalente a 36–51 millones de personas en Norteamérica, y estima un mercado global de 7,97 mil millones de dólares en 2024, con crecimiento hasta 16,79 mil millones en 2034.

MIRA afirma que estos hallazgos respaldan su plan de presentar un protocolo de ensayo clínico de Fase 2a a la FDA en el cuarto trimestre de 2025 como seguimiento de su IND activo, con el objetivo de iniciar un estudio sobre dolor neuropático antes de fin de año. La compañía también está evaluando Ketamir-2 para otras indicaciones del SNC, incluidas depresión, ansiedad, TEPT y una formulación tópica para dolor localizado.

MIRA Pharmaceuticals는 2025년 8월 12일 자로 자사 주요 후보물질 Ketamir-2에 관한 원고가 Frontiers in Pharmacology에 게재 승인되었다고 발표했습니다. 논문은 Ketamir-2가 두 가지 검증된 전임상 신경병성 통증 모델에서 케타민, 프레가발린, 가바펜틴보다 우수하여 감각 기능을 회복시키고 남녀 및 여러 종에서 통증 행동을 역전시켰다고 보고합니다. 회사는 역학 자료로 인구의 7–10%가 신경병성 통증을 겪고 있어 북미에서 36–51백만(=3,600만–5,100만)명에 해당한다고 밝히며, 2024년 전 세계 시장 규모를 $7.97 billion으로, 2034년에는 $16.79 billion으로 추정한다고 전했습니다.

MIRA는 이러한 결과가 활성 IND에 이은 후속 조치로 2025년 4분기 FDA에 2a상 임상시험 프로토콜을 제출하려는 계획을 뒷받침한다고 밝히며, 연말까지 신경병성 통증 연구를 시작하는 것을 목표로 하고 있습니다. 또한 회사는 Ketamir-2를 우울증, 불안, PTSD 등 다른 중추신경계 적응증과 국소 통증을 위한 국소 제형으로도 평가하고 있습니다.

MIRA Pharmaceuticals a annoncé le 12 août 2025 qu'un manuscrit décrivant son candidat principal, Ketamir-2, avait été accepté pour publication dans Frontiers in Pharmacology. L'article rapporte que Ketamir-2 a surpassé la kétamine, la prégabaline et la gabapentine dans deux modèles précliniques validés de douleur neuropathique, restaurant la fonction sensorielle et inversant les comportements douloureux chez les deux sexes et chez plusieurs espèces. La société cite des données épidémiologiques indiquant que 7–10% de la population souffre de douleur neuropathique, soit 36–51 millions de personnes en Amérique du Nord, et des estimations de marché mondiales de 7,97 milliards de dollars en 2024, en hausse à 16,79 milliards d'ici 2034.

MIRA affirme que ces résultats soutiennent son intention de soumettre un protocole d'essai clinique de phase 2a à la FDA au 4e trimestre 2025 en tant que suite à son IND actif, avec pour objectif de lancer une étude sur la douleur neuropathique d'ici la fin de l'année. La société évalue également Ketamir-2 pour d'autres indications du SNC, notamment la dépression, l'anxiété, le TSPT, ainsi qu'une formulation topique pour les douleurs localisées.

MIRA Pharmaceuticals gab am 12. August 2025 bekannt, dass ein Manuskript zu ihrem führenden Kandidaten Ketamir-2 zur Veröffentlichung in Frontiers in Pharmacology angenommen wurde. Die Arbeit berichtet, dass Ketamir-2 in zwei validierten präklinischen Modellen neuropathischer Schmerzen Ketamin, Pregabalin und Gabapentin übertraf, die sensorische Funktion wiederherstellte und schmerzbedingtes Verhalten geschlechts- und artenübergreifend umkehrte. Das Unternehmen verweist auf epidemiologische Daten, wonach 7–10% der Bevölkerung von neuropathischen Schmerzen betroffen sind, was in Nordamerika 36–51 Millionen Menschen entspricht, und nennt Marktschätzungen von 7,97 Milliarden US-Dollar weltweit im Jahr 2024 mit einem Anstieg auf 16,79 Milliarden bis 2034.

MIRA erklärt, diese Befunde untermauerten den Plan, im 4. Quartal 2025 ein Phase‑2a‑Studienprotokoll bei der FDA einzureichen als Folge ihres aktiven IND, mit dem Ziel, bis Jahresende eine Studie zum neuropathischen Schmerz zu starten. Zudem prüft das Unternehmen Ketamir-2 für weitere ZNS‑Indikationen wie Depression, Angststörungen, PTBS sowie eine topische Formulierung für lokalisierte Schmerzen.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

 

FORM 8-K

 

CURRENT REPORT

 

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the

Securities Exchange Act of 1934

 

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 12, 2025

 

 

MIRA PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter)

 

 

Florida   001-41765   85-3354547

(State or Other Jurisdiction

of Incorporation)

 

(Commission

File Number)

 

(IRS Employer

Identification No.)

 

1200 Brickell Avenue, Suite 1950 #1183

Miami, Florida 33131

(Address of Principal Executive Offices)

 

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (786) 432-9792

 

Not Applicable

(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)

 

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

 

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

 

Title of each class   Trading Symbol   Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $0.0001 par value per share   MIRA   The Nasdaq Capital Market

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

 

Emerging growth company

 

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Item 8.01 Other Events

 

MIRA Pharmaceuticals’ Second Ketamir-2 Manuscript Accepted for Peer-Reviewed Publication Demonstrating Superior Efficacy in Preclinical Neuropathic Pain Models versus Ketamine, Gabapentin, or Pregabalin

 

On August 12, 2025, MIRA Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: MIRA) (“MIRA” or the “Company”) announced that a new manuscript describing its lead drug candidate, Ketamir-2, has been accepted for publication in the peer-reviewed journal Frontiers in Pharmacology. The accepted manuscript reports that Ketamir-2 outperformed ketamine, pregabalin, or gabapentin—depending on the comparator used—in two validated preclinical models of neuropathic pain, restoring sensory function and reversing pain behaviors across genders and species.

 

Neuropathic pain represents a significant and underserved market across North America. Epidemiology suggests approximately 7–10% of the population experiences neuropathic pain; in North America, this equates to approximately 36–51 million people across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. According to Precedence Research, the global neuropathic pain market is valued at approximately $7.97 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $16.79 billion by 2034, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.73%. North America accounts for a significant share of this market, representing an estimated $3.7–3.9 billion annually today. The U.S. neuropathic pain market is estimated at $2.79 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $5.92 billion by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 7.80% over the same period.

 

These findings build on MIRA’s previously published characterization of Ketamir-2’s differentiated pharmacology and favorable safety profile and support the Company’s plan to submit a Phase 2a clinical trial protocol to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in Q4 2025 as a follow-up development to its active IND, with the goal of initiating the study in neuropathic pain by year-end. MIRA is also evaluating Ketamir-2’s potential in additional central nervous system indications, including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and as a topical formulation for localized pain conditions.

 

 

 

 

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 hereunto duly authorized.

 

  MIRA PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
   
Dated: August 12, 2025 By: /s/ Erez Aminov
  Name: Erez Aminov
  Title: Chief Executive Officer

 

 

 

FAQ

What did MIRA (MIRA) announce in this 8-K?

MIRA announced that a manuscript on Ketamir-2 was accepted for publication in Frontiers in Pharmacology describing preclinical superiority in neuropathic pain models.

What do the preclinical results report for Ketamir-2?

The accepted manuscript reports Ketamir-2 outperformed ketamine, pregabalin, or gabapentin in two validated preclinical neuropathic pain models and restored sensory function while reversing pain behaviors.

What are MIRA's next regulatory steps and timing?

MIRA plans to submit a Phase 2a clinical trial protocol to the FDA in Q4 2025 as a follow-up to its active IND and has the goal of initiating the neuropathic pain study by year-end 2025.

Does the filing include market size estimates for neuropathic pain?

Yes. The filing cites an estimated 7–10% population prevalence (~36–51 million in North America) and market estimates of $7.97B global in 2024 growing to $16.79B by 2034; North America is cited at $3.7–3.9B and the U.S. at $2.79B in 2024.

Is Ketamir-2 being evaluated for other indications?

Yes. The company is evaluating Ketamir-2 for additional CNS indications including depression, anxiety, PTSD, and as a topical formulation for localized pain conditions.
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