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Solvonis Therapeutics engages PharmaVentures to support key AUD assets

Solvonis Therapeutics PLC (LSE:SVNS) CEO Anthony Tennyson talked with Proactive about the company's strategic move to commercialise two clinical-stage assets targeting alcohol use disorder (AUD). Tennyson explained that Solvonis has engaged PharmaVentures to support valuation and potential out-licensing for two lead programs—AWKN-001 and AWKN-002. PharmaVentures was chosen based on its three-decade track record in biopharma M&A advisory, with over 1,000 deals completed. Tennyson noted, “We’ve selected them for three reasons: their expertise, their experience, and their reach.” The two assets originated from Solvonis's planned acquisition of Awakn Life Sciences, a transaction expected to be completed in the second quarter. AWKN-001, now in Phase 3 trials, targets severe AUD in the UK and EU. PharmaVentures estimates the asset could yield around £60 million in upfront and milestone payments, plus significant double-digit royalties. AWKN-002, focused on moderate to severe AUD in the US, is in Phase 2B planning. This program could generate approximately £150 million, based on comparable transactions. Tennyson emphasised the unmet medical need, citing a 75% relapse rate within a year for current AUD treatments. “That represents a significant commercial opportunity for Solvonis,” he said. For more interviews like this, visit Proactive's YouTube channel. Give this video a like, subscribe, and enable notifications to stay updated. #SolvonisTherapeutics #AlcoholUseDisorder #BiotechNews #ClinicalTrials #AWKN001 #AWKN002 #AddictionTreatment #PharmaVentures #MentalHealthInnovation #BiopharmaDeals #InvestorUpdate #HealthcareStocks #Phase3Trial #Outlicensing #Q2Milestones

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NanoViricides highlights broad-spectrum antiviral strategy and progress with lead drug candidate

NanoViricides Chief Financial Officer Meeta Vyas joined Steve Darling from Proactive to share updates on the company’s development of broad-spectrum antiviral therapeutics and its unique positioning amid global market uncertainty. Vyas emphasized that NanoViricides, headquartered in Shelton, Connecticut, conducts all of its research and development in-house, which insulates the company from international tariff fluctuations and supply chain disruptions. At the center of the company’s pipeline is NV-387, a broad-spectrum antiviral drug that differs from vaccines in both function and strategy. Rather than targeting specific viral strains, NV-387 works by mimicking the receptor sites used by over 90% of pathogenic viruses—including influenza, RSV, COVID-19, and smallpox. Vyas explained that this approach helps circumvent the problem of viral mutation, which often renders traditional vaccines less effective. “Regardless of how they mutate, they land on the same receptor site. So we copy the receptor site, which is invariant to mutation,” she said, underscoring the robustness of the NanoViricides platform. She also highlighted supportive regulatory developments in the U.S., noting that the new HHS administration has endorsed a more integrated approach to pandemic preparedness, which includes therapeutics like NV-387 as a key component. In light of recent USDA funding initiatives aimed at combating H5N1 avian flu, Vyas said the company is keen to explore applications of NV-387 in that space as well. Currently, NanoViricides is conducting a Phase 2 clinical trial targeting smallpox, following successful Phase 1 results with no reported adverse effects. #proactiveinvestors #nanoviricidesinc #nyseamerican #nnvc NV387 #BroadSpectrumAntiviral #BiotechStocks #AntiviralTherapeutics #SmallpoxTreatment #BirdFlu #RSV #COVID19Treatment #ProactiveInvestors #PharmaInnovation #MeetaVyas #HHS #PandemicPreparedness

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SSV Capital repays £2.5M early, eyes expansion

SSV Capital PLC CEO Ankur Ghosh talked with Proactive about the company’s early loan repayment, expansion in fintech and real estate, and upcoming plans for 2025. SSV Capital has made strides in solidifying its financial position, having repaid a £2.5 million convertible loan note ahead of schedule. Ghosh attributed the decision to strong investor trust and confidence in the company’s banking and fintech operations. “If our balance sheet is strong, why can’t we repay them early?” he stated, highlighting the company's proactive approach even in a challenging financial climate. Ghosh also discussed momentum behind SSV Smart Pay, noting positive reception from both merchants and customers and ambitious targets of scaling to 2 million transactions this year. The initiative incorporates loyalty and cashback schemes and is underpinned by open banking and upcoming embedded finance capabilities. In addition, SSV Capital is progressing in its Proptech development through its SSV Real Estate unit. Ghosh explained that the project has passed alpha and beta testing and is now on track to roll out in the coming months. Looking ahead, the company is focusing on institutional partnerships, establishing a presence as a general partner in Luxembourg, and pursuing FCA licenses as it builds out an equity desk focused on early-stage private equity and venture capital. Visit Proactive's YouTube channel for more insightful interviews and updates. Don't forget to give the video a like, subscribe to the channel, and enable notifications for future content. #SSVCapital #AnkurGhosh #SmartPay #Fintech #OpenBanking #EmbeddedFinance #RealEstateTech #Proptech #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #FinancialServices #InstitutionalInvestment #InvestorUpdates #FCA #LuxembourgFunds

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Element 25 delivers positive Tokyo Bay Scoping Study

Element 25 managing director Justin Brown talked with Proactive about the recent completion of the Tokyo Bay HPMSM Facility Scoping Study in partnership with Nissin Chemical Corporation. The company said the results of the scoping study were positive enough to justify advancing the project to the pre-feasibility stage. Brown explained that the Tokyo Bay site offers unique advantages, including a co-located sulfuric acid plant, deepwater port access, and supporting infrastructure critical for high-purity manganese sulfate production. “We took our learnings from the detailed work we’ve done in Louisiana… and converted them to a Japanese setting,” Brown said. He also noted that Japan's regulatory and geopolitical environment makes it an ideal location for refining and supplying the local battery market. Looking ahead, Brown confirmed that Element 25 and Nissin Chemical will conduct deeper engineering and cost analysis under their existing MOU, with a final investment decision targeted for June 2026. The next milestone will be the pre-feasibility study, expected later this year. Brown also discussed how the Tokyo Bay project fits into the company’s broader “design one, build many” strategy, which aims to establish a global network of refineries fed by ethically sourced manganese from Element 25’s Butcherbird mine. In addition to activity in Japan, Brown highlighted ongoing work in Europe and updates on the Butcherbird expansion and Louisiana project, with construction planned to commence later this year. For more interviews like this, visit Proactive’s YouTube channel. Don’t forget to like the video, subscribe to the channel, and turn on notifications so you never miss an update. #Element25 #Manganese #BatteryMetals #TokyoBay #CriticalMinerals #EVSupplyChain #HPMSM #ButcherbirdProject #CleanEnergyMaterials #JapanRefinery #MiningNews #GreenMetals #ProactiveInvestors

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