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Researchers are studying the effects of CYB003, a deuterated psilocin analog, compared to a matching placebo as an additional treatment for adults with Major Depressive Disorder MDD. This Phase III study aims to evaluate the safety, tolerability, and effectiveness of two different doses of CYB003 alongside participants current antidepressant medications and psychological support. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups one receiving 8 mg of CYB003, another receiving 16 mg of CYB003, or a placebo group. Each participant will undergo two dosing sessions about three weeks apart while continuing their usual antidepressant treatment and receiving manualized psychological support from a facilitator. Non-responders in the placebo group may have the chance to receive CYB003 in an extension trial. During the study, participants will complete several assessments including the Montgomery-Asberg Depression Scale MADRS, Beck Depression Inventory-II BDI-II, Clinical Global Impression Scale CGI-S, Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-Item Scale GAD-7, and Quality of Life Enjoyment and Satisfaction Questionnaire Q-LES-Q-SF. These evaluations occur at multiple timepoints from screening through the end of the trial. Safety and tolerability will be closely monitored throughout the study, with the total duration lasting approximately 12 weeks from baseline to study end.

Researchers are evaluating the efficacy, safety, and tolerability of VLS-01 buccal film VLS-01-BU in adults with treatment resistant Major Depressive Disorder TRD. This Phase 2, multicenter, randomized, placebo-controlled trial aims to understand the onset and duration of antidepressant effects of VLS-01-BU compared to placebo in patients who have not responded to previous treatments. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive two doses of either VLS-01-BU or placebo administered via a buccal transmucosal film, with two weeks between doses. After a 12-week follow-up monitoring period, all participants will be re-randomized to receive one additional dose of VLS-01-BU at one of two dose strengths. Safety and efficacy will be assessed two weeks after this third dose during a non-placebo-controlled treatment phase. Throughout the study, participants depressive symptoms will be regularly monitored using the Montgomery-sberg Depression Rating Scale MADRS from baseline to Day 29 and through Day 43. The study includes multiple assessments to measure the antidepressant effects and safety of the treatment. The total duration of participant involvement covers the initial dosing, follow-up, re-randomization, and final evaluation, ensuring thorough observation of treatment impact and tolerability.

Researchers are studying ATTR amyloidosis to better understand the diseases course before and after diagnosis. This observational study focuses on patient characteristics, treatment patterns, and key outcomes, including clinical, economic, and quality of life measures. The goal is to gather real-world evidence on how ATTR amyloidosis presents and progresses in patients. Participants are grouped based on different subtypes of ATTR amyloidosis, such as cardiomyopathy, polyneuropathy, wild type, hereditary, and mixed phenotypes. The study collects data retrospectively and longitudinally across multiple countries. It does not involve any interventions but analyzes existing patient data, including treatments and healthcare utilization over time. During the study, researchers review healthcare resource use such as outpatient visits, hospitalizations, and emergency department visits from diagnosis and up to 12 years following. Clinical assessments like neuropathy impairment scores and activities of daily living are also examined. The study measures outcomes including mortality, transplant events, and disease manifestations to better characterize ATTR amyloidosis and its impact on patients.