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Biotherapeutics Appoints Joseph Tucker, Ph.D., to Board of Directors
strengthens Board with seasoned public company biotech executive following recent Nasdaq direct listing
Fla., April 28, 2026 - Lakewood-Amedex Biotherapeutics Inc., (NASDAQ: LABT), a clinical-stage biotechnology company advancing a
novel class of potent, fast-acting, broad-spectrum antimicrobials for infectious diseases called the Bisphosphocin class,
today announced the appointment of Joseph Tucker, Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer of Enveric Biosciences (Nasdaq: ENVB), to its Board
of Directors. Dr. Tucker's appointment follows Lakewood-Amedex Biotherapeutics' recent direct listing on Nasdaq and represents
a key step in strengthening the Company's governance and strategic capabilities as it advances its growth strategy.
Tucker is a veteran biotechnology executive with more than two decades of leadership experience spanning public and private companies
and discovery to late-stage drug development. He currently serves as Chief Executive Officer and Director of Enveric Biosciences, a biotechnology
company focused on advancing a pipeline of next-generation neuroplastogenic small-molecule therapeutics designed to address neuropsychiatric
and neurological disorders.
brings a rare combination of public company leadership, capital markets expertise, and deep drug development experience," said
Kelvin Cooper, Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer of Lakewood-Amedex Biotherapeutics. "His track record of building and advancing biotechnology
companies, coupled with his experience navigating the public markets, makes him an ideal addition to our Board at this pivotal time.
Following our recent Nasdaq direct listing, we are focused on accelerating our growth strategy, and Joe's insights will be invaluable
as we advance Nu-3 and expand our pipeline."
assuming leadership of Enveric, Dr. Tucker has led multiple strategic financings and pipeline-building initiatives, including the advancement
of its lead program, EB-003, towards an anticipated first-in-human clinical trial. Prior to Enveric, Dr. Tucker held Chief Executive
Officer, Executive Chairman, and Director roles at several biotechnology companies, including Willow Biosciences and Stem Cell Therapeutics,
where he led companies through public listings, mergers and acquisitions, and advanced clinical programs across multiple therapeutic
areas. Over the course of his career, he has raised more than $100 million in capital, secured significant non-dilutive funding, and
executed numerous partnerships and licensing transactions.
Tucker commented: "I am excited to join the Board of Lakewood-Amedex Biotherapeutics at such an important moment in the Company's
evolution. The recent Nasdaq listing positions the Company for its next phase of growth, and I am particularly encouraged by the potential
of Nu-3 to address the urgent global challenge of antibiotic resistance. The opportunity to develop a novel therapy for infected diabetic
foot ulcers, where there remains significant unmet medical need, is compelling, and I look forward to working with the team to help realize
the full potential of the platform."
Lakewood-Amedex Biotherapeutics Inc.
Biotherapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ: LABT) is a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing a novel class of fast-acting, broad-spectrum
antimicrobials - the Bisphosphocin class - to treat infectious diseases and reduce the threat posed by antibiotic-resistant
bacterial strains, including MRSA, VRE, and others. For more information, please visit https://lakewoodamedex.com.
is Lakewood-Amedex Biotherapeutics Inc.'s lead product being developed for the topical treatment of mildly infected diabetic foot
ulcers (iDFU). Nu-3 belongs to a novel class of antimicrobials being developed by Lakewood-Amedex Biotherapeutics Inc. called the Bisphosphocin
class, which possess a unique mechanism of action that enables rapid elimination of a broad spectrum of bacteria, including resistant
pathogens and biofilms. Data from initial exploratory clinical trials with Nu-3 using subclinical doses did not reveal any safety signals
and showed a trend of positive antimicrobial response and improved wound healing. Based on these results, the company plans to conduct
an initial Phase 2a safety and dose response study of Nu-3 followed by a placebo-controlled Phase 2b dose comparative study. This study
is also designed to determine the most appropriate administration regimen for Nu-3 gel formation in mildly infected diabetic foot ulcers.
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