NeurotherapeuticsPub Date : 2025-07-01DOI: 10.1016/j.neurot.2025.e00672
Christopher M. Jewell Ph.D., Milos D. Miljkovic M.D., Hafsa Kamboh M.D., Andy Stewart, Metin Kurtoglu M.D., Emily English Ph.D.
{"title":"Efficacy and safety of autologous BCMA-directed mRNA CAR T-cell therapy in generalized myasthenia gravis: Results from a phase 2b randomized placebo-controlled trial","authors":"Christopher M. Jewell Ph.D., Milos D. Miljkovic M.D., Hafsa Kamboh M.D., Andy Stewart, Metin Kurtoglu M.D., Emily English Ph.D.","doi":"10.1016/j.neurot.2025.e00672","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.neurot.2025.e00672","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":19159,"journal":{"name":"Neurotherapeutics","volume":"22 4","pages":"Article e00672"},"PeriodicalIF":6.9,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144826779","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
NeurotherapeuticsPub Date : 2025-07-01DOI: 10.1016/j.neurot.2025.e00648
Christopher Kenney M.D.
{"title":"Azetukalner, a Novel, Potent KV7 Potassium Channel Opener in Development for the Treatment of Focal Onset Seizures, Primary Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizures, and Major Depressive Disorder","authors":"Christopher Kenney M.D.","doi":"10.1016/j.neurot.2025.e00648","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.neurot.2025.e00648","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":19159,"journal":{"name":"Neurotherapeutics","volume":"22 4","pages":"Article e00648"},"PeriodicalIF":6.9,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144826977","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
NeurotherapeuticsPub Date : 2025-07-01DOI: 10.1016/j.neurot.2025.e00674
Michal Geva , Ralf Reilmann , Andrew Feigin , Anne Rosser , Sandra Kostyk , Kelly Chen , Yael Cohen , Y Paul Goldberg , Michael R. Hayden
{"title":"The phase 3 PROOF-HD trial demonstrates persistent benefits of pridopidine on function, cognition, and motor function through the 6 month open label extension in Huntington disease (HD)","authors":"Michal Geva , Ralf Reilmann , Andrew Feigin , Anne Rosser , Sandra Kostyk , Kelly Chen , Yael Cohen , Y Paul Goldberg , Michael R. Hayden","doi":"10.1016/j.neurot.2025.e00674","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.neurot.2025.e00674","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":19159,"journal":{"name":"Neurotherapeutics","volume":"22 4","pages":"Article e00674"},"PeriodicalIF":6.9,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144829471","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
NeurotherapeuticsPub Date : 2025-07-01DOI: 10.1016/j.neurot.2025.e00666
Martine Uittenbogaard Ph.D, Anne Chiaramello Ph.D
{"title":"Go for the Gut: An innovative enteric pH-Driven Targeted Drug Delivery System for Patients with Maternally Inherited Mitochondrial Disease","authors":"Martine Uittenbogaard Ph.D, Anne Chiaramello Ph.D","doi":"10.1016/j.neurot.2025.e00666","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.neurot.2025.e00666","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":19159,"journal":{"name":"Neurotherapeutics","volume":"22 4","pages":"Article e00666"},"PeriodicalIF":6.9,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144829728","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
NeurotherapeuticsPub Date : 2025-07-01DOI: 10.1016/j.neurot.2025.e00656
James J. Sahn Ph.D. , Ted J. Price Ph.D. , Michele Curatolo Ph.D. , Joe Price , Craig Benson , Ayesha Ahmad , Juliet Mwirigi Ph.D. , Moeno Kume Ph.D.
{"title":"Discovery of clinical candidate 4ET1103, a peripherally-restricted MNK inhibitor for the treatment of pain","authors":"James J. Sahn Ph.D. , Ted J. Price Ph.D. , Michele Curatolo Ph.D. , Joe Price , Craig Benson , Ayesha Ahmad , Juliet Mwirigi Ph.D. , Moeno Kume Ph.D.","doi":"10.1016/j.neurot.2025.e00656","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.neurot.2025.e00656","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":19159,"journal":{"name":"Neurotherapeutics","volume":"22 4","pages":"Article e00656"},"PeriodicalIF":6.9,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144831145","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
NeurotherapeuticsPub Date : 2025-07-01DOI: 10.1016/j.neurot.2025.e00583
Lauren Gluck , Brittany Gerstein , Ulrike W. Kaunzner
{"title":"Repair mechanisms of the central nervous system: From axon sprouting to remyelination","authors":"Lauren Gluck , Brittany Gerstein , Ulrike W. Kaunzner","doi":"10.1016/j.neurot.2025.e00583","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.neurot.2025.e00583","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The central nervous system (CNS), comprising the brain, spinal cord, and optic nerve, has limited regenerative capacity, posing significant challenges in treating neurological disorders. Recent advances in neuroscience and neurotherapeutics have introduced promising strategies to stimulate CNS repair, particularly in the context of neurodegenerative diseases such as multiple sclerosis. This review explores the complex interplay between inflammation, demyelination, and remyelination possibilities. Glial cells, including oligodendrocyte precursors, oligodendrocytes, astrocytes and microglia play dual roles in injury response, with reactive gliosis promoting repair but also potentially inhibiting recovery through glial scar formation. There is also an emphasis on axonal regeneration, axonal sprouting and stem cell therapies. We highlight the role of neuroplasticity in recovery post-injury and the limited regenerative potential of axons in the CNS due to inhibitory factors such as myelin-associated inhibitors. Moreover, neurotrophic factors support neuronal survival and axonal growth, while stem cell-based approaches offer promise for replacing lost neurons and glial cells. However, challenges such as stem cell survival, integration, and risk of tumor formation remain. Furthermore, we examine the role of neurogenesis in CNS repair and the remodeling of the extracellular matrix, which can facilitate regeneration. Through these diverse mechanisms, ongoing research aims to overcome the intrinsic and extrinsic barriers to CNS repair and advance therapeutic strategies for neurological diseases.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":19159,"journal":{"name":"Neurotherapeutics","volume":"22 4","pages":"Article e00583"},"PeriodicalIF":6.9,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144033852","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
NeurotherapeuticsPub Date : 2025-07-01DOI: 10.1016/j.neurot.2025.e00620
Patricia K. Coyle
{"title":"Impact of sex on multiple sclerosis therapy","authors":"Patricia K. Coyle","doi":"10.1016/j.neurot.2025.e00620","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.neurot.2025.e00620","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a female predominant disease. The prototypic affected individual is a young woman of childbearing age. This article emphasizes the current thinking about this disease, using a sex-based approach. It begins with a review of male vs. female differences in the nervous system and immune system, as well as a general discussion of sex hormones. The demographic and clinical impact of sex on MS prognosis and symptoms is covered. Pregnancy, the best studied sex-based condition, is reviewed and includes updated counseling information on fertility and assisted reproductive technology. MS issues in less well studied areas involving puberty, the menstrual cycle and menopause are also presented. The impact of sex on the MS therapeutic response is considered. The final section covers MS considerations in males. This up to date review provides a comprehensive and succinct approach to sex considerations in MS.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":19159,"journal":{"name":"Neurotherapeutics","volume":"22 4","pages":"Article e00620"},"PeriodicalIF":6.9,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144369104","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
NeurotherapeuticsPub Date : 2025-07-01DOI: 10.1016/j.neurot.2025.e00631
Lama Saleh Aljomah, E. Ann Yeh
{"title":"Pediatric multiple sclerosis: Improving outcome through high-efficacy therapies","authors":"Lama Saleh Aljomah, E. Ann Yeh","doi":"10.1016/j.neurot.2025.e00631","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.neurot.2025.e00631","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Pediatric-onset multiple sclerosis (POMS) refers to multiple sclerosis occurring in individuals under 18 years of age. It is characterized by poor cognitive outcomes and a more inflammatory course, more frequent clinical relapses, and a greater number of MRI lesions compared to adult-onset MS (AOMS). Prompt recognition of multiple sclerosis in this population is essential, as early intervention with disease-modifying therapies may change the trajectory of disease progression. In this paper, we will review diagnostic criteria for pediatric multiple sclerosis, differential diagnosis, and current and emerging therapeutic approaches. While a number of DMTs are approved for adult MS, few are approved for pediatric use. Many of these DMTs are used off-label, with real-world evidence demonstrating their effectiveness and safety. The review evaluates existing evidence for the use of these therapies in pediatric populations, with an emphasis on both existing clinical trials and real-world data that supports their use. In addition, we will briefly highlight ongoing clinical trials and emerging therapies for POMS.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":19159,"journal":{"name":"Neurotherapeutics","volume":"22 4","pages":"Article e00631"},"PeriodicalIF":6.9,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144529027","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}