NeuBase Therapeutics Announces Appointment of Curt Bradshaw, Ph.D. as Chief Scientific Officer

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NeuBase Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: NBSE) has appointed Dr. Curt Bradshaw as its new Chief Scientific Officer. Dr. Bradshaw, previously with Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, brings extensive experience in developing genetic medicines, particularly in RNA therapeutics. He will lead NeuBase's PATrOL-enabled anti-gene pipeline, advancing therapies for both rare and common diseases. The company is focused on redefining nucleic acid therapeutics, targeting disease-causing mutations to improve patient outcomes. Dr. Bradshaw's leadership is expected to positively influence NeuBase's growth trajectory.

Positive

• Appointment of Dr. Curt Bradshaw expected to enhance NeuBase's expertise in genetic medicines.
• Dr. Bradshaw's experience in RNA therapeutics could accelerate development of the company's anti-gene pipeline.
• Strengthened leadership could lead to expanded clinical programs and improved patient outcomes.

Negative

• Uncertainty regarding the continuity of strategies with new leadership.
• Potential gaps in experience due to changes in the executive team.

PITTSBURGH, Dec. 02, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NeuBase Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: NBSE) ("NeuBase" or the "Company"), a biotechnology company accelerating the genetic revolution using a new class of synthetic medicines, today announced the appointment of Curt Bradshaw, Ph.D., as its new Chief Scientific Officer. Dr. Bradshaw is a proven drug developer in the field of precision genetic medicines, coming to NeuBase from his most recent role as Chief Scientific Officer at Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals. In his new role, Dr. Bradshaw will be responsible for leading and expanding NeuBase’s PATrOL-enabled anti-gene pipeline and will serve as a key member of its executive management team.

“We are thrilled that Dr. Bradshaw is joining NeuBase as our chief scientific officer as we continue to build a leading nucleic acid therapeutics company. His decades of experience in successfully delivering genetic medicines into the clinic, with specific expertise in RNA therapeutics, make him an ideal fit and perfect complement to our team of experts," said Dietrich A. Stephan, Ph.D., chief executive officer of NeuBase. “As a highly accomplished and proven leader, we are confident Dr. Bradshaw will bring a breadth of knowledge to NeuBase in this next phase of growth as we continue to advance our PATrOL-enabled therapies in rare and common disease areas that we can uniquely and best address.”

Dr. Bradshaw added, “NeuBase has developed an elegant first-in-class platform that enables the creation of an entirely new class of genetic medicines termed anti-genes, and I’m honored to be joining a company that has such potential to create an immense impact on patients across the globe in need of therapeutic options. I look forward to working with the team to advance our programs through clinical development as well as leading its pipeline expansion in and beyond rare diseases.”

Prior to joining NeuBase, Dr. Bradshaw served as Chief Scientific Officer of Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: ARWR), a biotechnology company focused on treating intractable diseases by using RNA interference to silence genes that cause such diseases, from November 2019 to November 2020. From November 2018 to November 2019, Dr. Bradshaw was President, Chief Scientific Officer and a member of the board of directors of Tollnine, a company he co-founded to develop novel antibody conjugates for immuno-oncology. From 2012 to 2018, he was Chief Scientific Officer and a member of the board of directors of Solstice Biologics, where he managed and oversaw all company operations and research exploring novel siRNA technologies for the development of human therapeutics. Before Solstice, Dr. Bradshaw was Vice President of Research and Development and Chief Scientific Officer at Traversa Therapeutics where he had primary R&D oversight and was a key strategic contributor to internal technology development, business strategy, and oversaw research alliances with multiple major pharmaceutical collaborators. Prior to Traversa, he spent seven years at CovX Research, a cornerstone of the Pfizer, Inc. Bioinnovation and Biotherapeutics Center, where he was a member of the research, development and corporate teams providing strategic and tactical support for research and development programs, co-developing the research pipeline and feeding the clinical portfolio. He also oversaw chemistry efforts ranging from basic research through active pharmaceutical ingredient manufacturing. Prior to CovX, he spent four years at Ligand Pharmaceuticals and was responsible for the chemical development of clinical-phase active pharmaceutical ingredients. Dr. Bradshaw started his career at Abbott Laboratories, where he spent six years as a Research Chemist, Senior Research Chemist and Project Leader. He received a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from Texas A&M University.

About NeuBase Therapeutics, Inc.
NeuBase is accelerating the genetic revolution using a new class of synthetic medicines. NeuBase's designer PATrOL™ therapies are centered around its proprietary drug scaffold to address genetic diseases at the source by combining the highly targeted approach of traditional genetic therapies with the broad organ distribution capabilities of small molecules. With an initial focus on silencing disease-causing mutations in debilitating neurological, neuromuscular and oncologic disorders, NeuBase is committed to redefining medicine for the millions of patients with both common and rare conditions. To learn more, visit www.neubasetherapeutics.com.

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NeuBase Investor Contact:
Dan Ferry
Managing Director
LifeSci Advisors, LLC
daniel@lifesciadvisors.com
OP: (617) 430-7576

NeuBase Media Contact:
Cait Williamson, Ph.D.
LifeSci Communications
cait@lifescicomms.com
OP: (646) 751-4366

FAQ

Who is Curt Bradshaw and what is his role at NeuBase Therapeutics (NBSE)?

Curt Bradshaw is the new Chief Scientific Officer at NeuBase Therapeutics, responsible for leading the development of the company's anti-gene pipeline.

What are Dr. Bradshaw's qualifications and previous roles before joining NBSE?

Dr. Bradshaw previously served as Chief Scientific Officer at Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals and has extensive experience in RNA therapeutics and drug development.

What is NeuBase Therapeutics' focus under Dr. Bradshaw's leadership?

NeuBase is focused on advancing its PATrOL-enabled therapies, targeting genetic diseases, and expanding its clinical development programs.

How might Dr. Bradshaw's appointment impact NeuBase's growth?

His expertise in genetic medicines may accelerate the development of therapies, potentially leading to improved patient outcomes and market growth.