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Psyence Biomed Names Albert P. Garcia-Romeu, Ph.D. as Chair of its Newly Created Scientific Advisory Board
PsyencePsyence(US:PBM) Globenewswire·2025-02-26 13:00

Core Insights - Psyence Biomedical Ltd. has established a Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) to enhance its expertise in psilocybin research and clinical trial design [1][3] - Dr. Albert P. Garcia-Romeu, a prominent researcher in psychedelics, will chair the SAB, bringing significant experience in psilocybin clinical trials [2][3] - The company is advancing its Phase IIb clinical trial of psilocybin for Adjustment Disorder in Palliative Care and is preparing for a second indication in Alcohol Use Disorder [3][4] Company Overview - Psyence Biomedical Ltd. is a vertically integrated biopharmaceutical company focused on psychedelic-based therapeutics, specifically nature-derived psilocybin [4] - The company aims to address unmet needs in mental health disorders, particularly in the context of Palliative Care [4] - Psyence is the first life science biotechnology company developing psilocybin-based psychedelic medicine to be listed on Nasdaq [4] Research and Development - The SAB will assist in designing the Phase III program for Adjustment Disorder while also preparing for Alcohol Use Disorder development [3] - Dr. Garcia-Romeu's involvement is expected to enhance the company's research capabilities in areas that have been largely overlooked by the pharmaceutical industry [4]