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Helus Pharma appoints new CEO as Phase 3 MDD topline nears

Aug 14, 2026, 7:31 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Milestones include CEO appointment, completion of APPROACH enrollment, favorable DDI data, and a stronger balance sheet via a $50M offering; all can spur upside ahead of Q4 2026 topline data and ongoing PARADIGM program milestones.

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Helus Pharma named Michael Halstead as Chief Executive Officer to advance late-stage programs, including HLP003 in MDD. The company reports completion of APPROACH enrollment, a favorable DDI PK profile, and ongoing EMBRACE and EXTEND studies, with topline Phase 3 data expected in Q4 2026. A $50 million June financing strengthens the balance sheet ahead of data readouts and regulatory milestones.

  • Appointed Michael Halstead as CEO to lead Helus Pharma's late-stage development. He previously served as President of Intra-Cellular Therapies.
  • HLP003 APPROACH enrollment completed; topline data expected in Q4 2026. DDI results show favorable PK profile.
  • EMBRACE ongoing; EXTEND rollover to collect long-term safety and durability data. Topline data remains on track.
  • USD 50 million underwritten offering completed in June 2026; strengthens balance sheet. Funds support continued development.

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