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SciSparc and Clearmind Collaboration Strengthens IP Portfolio with Patent Application in the U.S. for Treatment of Depression

Key Takeaway: SciSparc Ltd. announced the filing of a provisional patent application in collaboration with Clearmind Medicine Inc. to protect a novel psychedelic-based treatment for depression. This new application is part of a broader effort that includes three other patents aimed at treating alcohol use disorder, cocaine addiction, and obesity. Additionally, six more patents were filed concerning combinations with various psychedelic compounds. This move is expected to bolster SciSparc's portfolio in cannabinoid pharmaceuticals.

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  • Collaboration strengthens intellectual property portfolio.
  • New patent application for treatment of depression signifies innovative approach.
  • Enhanced protection for multiple therapeutic applications related to mental health.

Full Press Release Details

The application refers to a novel psychedelic-based combination of Clearmind's MEAI and SciSparc's Cannamide™
TEL AVIV, Israel, April 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SciSparc Ltd. (Nasdaq: SPRC) ("Company" or "SciSparc"), a specialty clinical-stage pharmaceutical company focusing on the development of therapies to treat disorders of the central nervous system, announced today that as part of its ongoing collaboration with Clearmind Medicine Inc. (Nasdaq: CMND) (CSE: CMND), (FSE: CWY) (“Clearmind”), a biotech company focused on discovery and development of novel psychedelic-derived therapeutics to solve major under-treated mental health problems, an additional provisional patent application was filed by Clearmind with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”).
The latest patent application refers to the protection of the unique combination of MEAI and SciSparc's Palmitoylethanolamide (“PEA”) for the treatment of depression.
Under this collaboration, three other patent applications have been filed by Clearmind with the USPTO for the combination of SciSparc’s PEA with Clearmind’s MEAI compound (5-methoxy-2-aminoindane) for the treatment of alcohol use disorder, treatment of cocaine addiction and treatment of obesity and its related metabolic disorders. An additional six patent applications have been filed for the combination of SciSparc's PEA and lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD), psilocybin, and N,N-dimethyltryptamine (DMT), 3,4 methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), ibogaine and ketamine.
About SciSparc Ltd. (Nasdaq: SPRC):
SciSparc Ltd. is a specialty clinical-stage pharmaceutical company led by an experienced team of senior executives and scientists. SciSparc’s focus is on creating and enhancing a portfolio of technologies and assets based on cannabinoid pharmaceuticals. With this focus, the Company is currently engaged in the following drug development programs based on THC and/or non-psychoactive CBD: SCI-110 for the treatment of Tourette Syndrome, for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease and agitation; SCI-160 for the treatment of pain; and SCI-210 for the treatment of ASD and status epilepticus. The Company also owns a controlling interest in a subsidiary whose business focusses on the sale of hemp-based products on the Amazon.com marketplace.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the newly filed patent by Clearmind about?

The patent pertains to the combination of MEAI and SciSparc's PEA for depression.

What disorders are targeted by the new combination therapies?

The therapies aim to treat depression, alcohol use disorder, cocaine addiction, and obesity.

Who is SciSparc Ltd.?

SciSparc Ltd. is a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company focused on cannabinoid therapies.

What other conditions is SciSparc developing treatments for?

They are developing treatments for Tourette Syndrome, Alzheimer's, pain, and ASD.

How many patent applications has Clearmind filed in total?

Clearmind has filed a total of nine patent applications related to various combinations.

Last updated: Apr 21, 2023