GH Research PLC(US:GHRS) Globenewswire·2025-08-07 11:00Core Insights - GH Research PLC is focused on developing innovative treatments for depression, particularly treatment-resistant depression (TRD) [15][16] - The company reported significant progress in its clinical trials, particularly with its lead product candidate GH001, which demonstrated a substantial reduction in depression scores [4][16] Business Updates - The FDA has communicated regarding the clinical hold on the Investigational New Drug Application (IND) for GH001, with only one topic remaining to be addressed [2] - A Phase 1 clinical trial for GH001 using a proprietary aerosol delivery device is ongoing in the UK, aimed at supporting the global program for GH001 [3] - The Phase 2b trial for GH001 in TRD met its primary endpoint with a significant placebo-adjusted reduction of -15.5 points in the Montgomery-Åsberg Depression Rating Scale (MADRS) [4][16] - An open-label extension analysis confirmed a 73% remission rate at 6 months with no serious adverse events reported [5][6][8] Financial Highlights - As of June 30, 2025, the company had cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities totaling $308.7 million, an increase from $182.6 million at the end of 2024 [11] - Research and development expenses for Q2 2025 were $9.0 million, a decrease from $9.8 million in the same quarter of 2024 [12] - General and administrative expenses rose to $5.7 million in Q2 2025 from $3.5 million in Q2 2024, primarily due to increased professional fees and employee expenses [13] - The net loss for Q2 2025 was $9.3 million, or $0.15 loss per share, compared to a net loss of $10.4 million, or $0.20 loss per share, in Q2 2024 [14] Future Plans - The company is on track to initiate its global pivotal program for GH001 in 2026 [10][8] - Plans for submitting an IND for GH002, another product candidate, are expected in Q4 2025 following a successful Phase 1 trial [9]