Opus Genetics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on ophthalmology. The company is dedicated to discovering and commercializing innovative therapies to address significant unmet medical needs in patients suffering from refractive and retinal eye disorders. Its portfolio includes Phentolamine Ophthalmic Solution, currently used to reverse pharmacologically induced mydriasis (pupil dilation). This solution is also advancing through Phase III clinical trials for the treatment of presbyopia and impaired vision in dim light or at night. A leading candidate in its retinal pipeline is APX3330, a small-molecule inhibitor targeting the reduction oxidation effector factor-1 protein. APX3330 has successfully completed Phase II clinical trials for diabetic retinopathy. Furthermore, Opus Genetics is developing APX2009 and APX2014, two preclinical product candidates also aimed at various retinal indications. Originally founded in 2018 as Ocuphire Pharma, Inc., the company maintains its headquarters in Farmington Hills, Michigan.
Longeveron Appoints Nirav Jhaveri as Chief Financial Officer
Longeveron appointed Nirav Jhaveri as Chief Financial Officer, bringing over 25 years of experience in capital markets and biotech finance.
Mr. Jhaveri replaces Marie Washburn, who returns to her role as Corporate Controller after serving as interim CFO.
The company also noted that top-line results from its Phase 2b trial of laromestrocel for HLHS are anticipated in September.