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CervoMed's Neflamapimod Advances in DLB and ALS Clinical Programs

Apr 07, 2026

CervoMed presents new MRI data showing neflamapimod may reduce basal forebrain atrophy in dementia with Lewy bodies and finalizes Phase 3 trial design. The drug has also been selected for a UK-funded ALS platform trial, with first dosing expected by end of 2026.

DOPA Decarboxylase Biomarker Improves Diagnosis of Parkinson's and Lewy Body Dementia

Mar 25, 2026

Researchers have identified DOPA decarboxylase as a quantitative biomarker in cerebrospinal fluid that improves diagnosis of Parkinson's disease and Lewy body dementia. The protein levels are up to 2.5 times higher in affected patients and can differentiate these conditions from Alzheimer's disease. The discovery provides clinicians with an objective diagnostic tool for conditions that are frequently misdiagnosed due to overlapping symptoms.