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Lantheus Completes Acquisition of Life Molecular Imaging and Appoints Dr. Ludger Dinkelborg as Head of R&D

Key Takeaway: Lantheus Holdings, Inc. has successfully completed its acquisition of Life Molecular Imaging Ltd. This acquisition appoints Dr. Ludger Dinkelborg as the new Head of Research and Development, effective August 1, 2025. The integration provides Lantheus access to Neuraceq, a PET imaging agent for Alzheimer's disease. While the acquisition is viewed positively for expanding Lantheus's pipeline, there are inherent risks associated with the use of Neuraceq, particularly around image interpretation and radiation exposure.
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POSITIVE FACTORS

  • Successful acquisition of Life Molecular Imaging enhances Lantheus's capabilities.
  • Appointment of Dr. Ludger Dinkelborg expected to strengthen R&D efforts.
  • Acquisition provides access to Neuraceq, a valuable Alzheimer's diagnostic tool.
  • Expansion of innovative pipeline is anticipated to improve patient care.

CONCERNS & RISKS

  • Potential risks associated with Neuraceq's image interpretation may affect diagnosis.
  • Cumulative radiation exposure from Neuraceq could lead to increased cancer risk.

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Full Press Release Details

Lantheus Completes Acquisition of Life Molecular Imaging and Appoints Dr. Ludger Dinkelborg as Head
BEDFORD, Mass., July 22, 2025 Lantheus Holdings, Inc. ( Lantheus or the Company )
(NASDAQ: LNTH), today announced the successful completion of its previously disclosed acquisition of Life Molecular Imaging Ltd. ( Life Molecular ), a subsidiary of Life Healthcare Group Holdings Ltd ( Life Healthcare ). As part
of the acquisition, Ludger Dinkelborg, PhD, formerly CEO and Managing Director of Life Molecular Imaging, has been appointed Head of Research and Development at Lantheus effective August 1, 2025.
We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Dinkelborg and the entire Life Molecular team to Lantheus, said Brian Markison, CEO of Lantheus.
Ludger s proven leadership, scientific expertise, and track record of advancing innovative radiopharmaceuticals will be instrumental as we expand and advance our innovative pipeline and pursue bold new opportunities to improve patient
In his new role, Dr. Dinkelborg will lead and oversee Clinical Development, Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Operations, Program Management,
and AI/Biomarkers Solutions and will report directly to the CEO.
This is a pivotal moment for Lantheus, and I m honored to help shape the next
chapter, said Dr. Dinkelborg. With a strong pipeline and a passionate team, we have the opportunity to push the boundaries of innovation and bring meaningful advances to patients worldwide.
Through the acquisition of Life Molecular, Lantheus gains Neuraceq (florbetaben F18 injection), a
globally1 approved F-18 PET imaging agent used to detect beta-amyloid plaques in patients evaluated for Alzheimer s disease. The transaction also
provides Lantheus a robust Alzheimer s disease radiodiagnostic commercial infrastructure, advanced R&D capabilities, and an established international footprint.
RMB, a division of FirstRand Bank Limited, acted as financial advisor to Life Healthcare, with A&O Shearman LLP and Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr Inc. as legal
advisors. Morgan Stanley served as financial advisor to Lantheus, while Covington & Burling LLP, Ropes & Gray LLP, and Bowmans acted as legal advisors, and Ernst & Young LLP provided financial and tax advisory services.
About Neuraceq (florbetaben F 18 injection)
Indication (approved by FDA on 23 June 2025)
Neuraceq is indicated for positron emission tomography (PET) of the brain to estimate amyloid beta
neuritic plaque density in adults with cognitive impairment for:
Important Safety Information
Risk for Image Interpretation and Other Errors
may occur in the estimation of brain amyloid beta neuritic plaque density during Neuraceq image interpretation. The use of clinical information in the interpretation of Neuraceq images has not been evaluated and may lead to an inaccurate assessment. Severe brain atrophy as well as motion artifacts that result in image distortion may limit the ability to distinguish gray
and white matter on a Neuraceq scan.
Perform image interpretation independently of the
patient s clinical information. For cases where there is uncertainty as to the location of cortical signal, use co-registered anatomical imaging to improve localization of signal.
Neuraceq contributes to a patient s overall long-term cumulative radiation exposure. Long-term cumulative radiation exposure is associated with an increased risk of cancer. Ensure safe drug handling
to protect patients and health care providers from unintentional radiation exposure. Advise patients to hydrate before and after administration and to void frequently after administration.
Common Adverse Reactions
The overall safety profile of
Neuraceq is based on data from 1,090 administrations of Neuraceq to 872 subjects. No serious adverse reactions related to Neuraceq administration have been reported. The most frequently observed adverse drug reactions in subjects receiving Neuraceq were injection site
reactions consisting of pain (3.4%), erythema (1.7%), and irritation (1.1%).
Please see the Full Prescribing Information for Neuraceq at www.Neuraceq.com.
Lantheus is the leading radiopharmaceutical-focused company, delivering life-changing science to enable clinicians to Find, Fight and Follow disease to
deliver better patient outcomes. Headquartered in Massachusetts with offices in New Jersey, Canada, Germany, Switzerland and Sweden, Lantheus has been providing radiopharmaceutical solutions for nearly 70
years. For more information, visit www.lantheus.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

What company did Lantheus acquire recently?

Lantheus recently acquired Life Molecular Imaging Ltd.

Who was appointed as Head of R&D at Lantheus?

Dr. Ludger Dinkelborg has been appointed Head of Research and Development.

What is Neuraceq used for?

Neuraceq detects beta-amyloid plaques in patients for Alzheimer’s evaluation.

What are common side effects of Neuraceq?

Common side effects include injection site reactions like pain and erythema.

When was Neuraceq approved by the FDA?

Neuraceq was approved by the FDA on June 23, 2025.

Last updated: Jul 22, 2025