Anavex Life Sciences to Present at the Dawson James Securities 6th Annual Conference

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Anavex Life Sciences Corp. (Nasdaq: AVXL) announced that CEO Christopher U. Missling, PhD, will present at the Dawson James Securities 6th Annual Conference on October 21, 2021, at 1:30 PM ET. Anavex focuses on developing therapeutics for neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases. Their lead candidate, ANAVEX®2-73, has shown promise in clinical trials, including a Phase 2 for Alzheimer's. The company will provide a webcast of the presentation on its website, accessible for 30 days.

NEW YORK, Oct. 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Anavex Life Sciences Corp. (“Anavex” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: AVXL), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing differentiated therapeutics for the treatment of neurodegenerative and neurodevelopmental disorders including Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, Rett syndrome and other central nervous system (CNS) disorders, today announced that Christopher U. Missling, PhD, President and Chief Executive Officer of Anavex, will present at the Dawson James Securities 6^th Annual Conference on Thursday, October 21, 2021 at 1:30 PM (ET).

Additional webcast will be available on the Company's website at www.anavex.com. This webcast replay will be accessible for subsequent 30 days.

About Anavex Life Sciences Corp.

Anavex Life Sciences Corp. (Nasdaq: AVXL) is a publicly traded biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the development of differentiated therapeutics for the treatment of neurodegenerative and neurodevelopmental disorders including Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, Rett syndrome and other central nervous system (CNS) diseases, pain, and various types of cancer. Anavex’s lead drug candidate, ANAVEX^®2-73 (blarcamesine), successfully completed a Phase 2a clinical trial for Alzheimer’s disease and recently a Phase 2 proof-of-concept study in Parkinson’s disease dementia and a Phase 2 study in adult patients with Rett syndrome. ANAVEX^®2-73 is an orally available drug candidate that restores cellular homeostasis by targeting sigma-1 and muscarinic receptors. Preclinical studies demonstrated its potential to halt and/or reverse the course of Alzheimer’s disease. ANAVEX^®2-73 also exhibited anticonvulsant, anti-amnesic, neuroprotective, and anti-depressant properties in animal models, indicating its potential to treat additional CNS disorders, including epilepsy. The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research previously awarded Anavex a research grant, which fully funded a preclinical study to develop ANAVEX^®2-73 for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease. ANAVEX^®3-71, which targets sigma-1 and muscarinic receptors, is a promising clinical stage drug candidate demonstrating disease-modifying activity against the major hallmarks of Alzheimer’s disease in transgenic (3xTg-AD) mice, including cognitive deficits, amyloid, and tau pathologies. In preclinical trials, ANAVEX^®3-71 has shown beneficial effects on mitochondrial dysfunction and neuroinflammation. Further information is available at www.anavex.com. You can also connect with the company on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.

Forward-Looking Statements

Statements in this press release that are not strictly historical in nature are forward-looking statements. These statements are only predictions based on current information and expectations and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual events or results may differ materially from those projected in any of such statements due to various factors, including the risks set forth in the Company’s most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. All forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement and Anavex Life Sciences Corp. undertakes no obligation to revise or update this press release to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof.

For Further Information:

Anavex Life Sciences Corp.
Research & Business Development
Toll-free: 1-844-689-3939
Email: info@anavex.com

Investors:
Andrew J. Barwicki
Investor Relations
Tel: 516-662-9461
Email: andrew@barwicki.com

FAQ

What is Anavex Life Sciences Corp. focused on?

Anavex Life Sciences Corp. specializes in developing therapeutics for neurodegenerative and neurodevelopmental disorders, including Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases.

When will Anavex present at the Dawson James Securities Conference?

Anavex will present at the Dawson James Securities 6th Annual Conference on October 21, 2021, at 1:30 PM ET.

What is ANAVEX®2-73 and its significance?

ANAVEX®2-73 is Anavex's lead drug candidate, having successfully completed Phase 2 trials for Alzheimer's and showing potential benefits in Parkinson's disease.

Is there a webcast available for the Anavex presentation?

Yes, the presentation will be available as a webcast on Anavex's website for 30 days following the event.

What are the main disorders targeted by Anavex Life Sciences?

Anavex targets neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and Rett syndrome.