Mind Medicine Inc, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing novel product candidates to treat brain health disorders, announced the appointment of Javier A. Muniz, M.D., as Vice President of Research and Development (R&D) Strategy. In his new role, Dr. Muniz will drive innovation and growth of MindMed’s R&D operations as the Company prepares to initiate three Phase 3 studies of MM120 orally disintegrating tablet (ODT) in generalized anxiety disorder and major depressive disorder.
“Javier’s extensive expertise leading interdisciplinary scientific teams at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), combined with his deep experience within the uniformed services in the fields of neuroscience and psychiatry makes him a welcome addition to the MindMed team,” said Dan Karlin, M.D., M.A., Chief Medical Officer of MindMed. “His leadership will play an important role in strengthening our R&D operations as we advance the therapeutic potential of our pipeline, prepare for two potential approvals and aim to reshape the treatment landscape for people living with brain health disorders.”
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Dr. Muniz will report to Dr. Karlin.
“I am thrilled to join MindMed at such a pivotal moment in the Company’s history, with potential approvals of MM120 ODT for multiple indications on the horizon,” said Dr. Muniz. “The groundbreaking science and purpose-driven culture made this a unique and compelling opportunity. I look forward to advancing our pipeline and ushering in psychedelics as a potential transformational treatment paradigm in psychiatry.”
Javier A. Muniz, M.D.
Dr. Muniz is an expert in psychiatry, regulatory science, and drug development, with more than 20 years of experience in the uniformed services. He served 11 years at the FDA as a member of the U.S. Public Health Service, where he held roles including clinical team leader, associate director, acting deputy director, and supervisory health scientist. He provided regulatory oversight for innovative psychiatric drug development programs, including first-in-class treatments, the first “digital” pill, and breakthrough therapy-designated programs. He also co-authored several guidance for industry documents.
SOURCE: Businesswire