Enveric Biosciences Announces Issuance of U.S. Patent Covering a Novel Family of Molecules Including Melatonin Receptor-Targeting Compounds

National Post

03-06-2025

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CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — Enveric Biosciences (NASDAQ: ENVB) ('Enveric' or the 'Company'), a biotechnology company dedicated to the development of novel neuroplastogenic small-molecule therapeutics for the treatment of psychiatric and neurological disorders, today announced the issuance of a new U.S. patent (USPTO Number 12,187,679). The patent strengthens Enveric's intellectual property portfolio and covers a structurally diverse class of novel molecules with potential therapeutic applications in the treatment of sleep and central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
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The newly granted patent, titled, 'Hydroxylated Psilocybin Derivatives and Methods of Using,' expands Enveric's proprietary drug discovery platform and includes a unique subset of compounds that demonstrate selective binding to the melatonin MT1 receptor—an established, therapeutic target known to regulate circadian rhythm and sleep-wake cycles. These molecules were identified through Enveric's structure-activity screening efforts.
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Melatonin signaling is a clinically validated pathway in the treatment of sleep and mood disorders. Several approved therapies leverage this mechanism of action, including ramelteon (Rozerem®), a selective MT1/MT2 agonist approved by the FDA for insomnia, and agomelatine (Valdoxan®), an MT1/MT2 agonist and 5-HT₂C antagonist approved in Europe for major depressive disorder (MDD). These drugs provide market validation for targeting melatonergic pathways.
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Among the diverse molecules covered by the patent, select compounds exhibit potential to act as MT1-selective agonists, positioning them as promising candidates for the development of innovative sleep therapeutics. Some of these compounds also display more complex pharmacological profiles, engaging both melatonin and other CNS-relevant receptor systems. This receptor diversity may enable differentiated therapeutic approaches across a range of psychiatric and neurological indications.
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The Company believes this new patent enhances the strength of its drug discovery platform and supports continued expansion of its CNS-focused strategy targeting high-value therapeutic markets.
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Dr. Joseph Tucker, CEO of Enveric Biosciences, commented 'This newly issued patent adds to the growing body of intellectual property that underpins our pipeline of next-generation neuroplastogenic therapeutics. The inclusion of selective melatonin receptor-binding compounds broadens our ability to target sleep disorders, a prevalent category representing a multi-billion-dollar annual market. This intellectual property milestone strengthens our strategic position to advance differentiated candidates in areas where current treatment options remain limited or suboptimal.'
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Enveric Biosciences (NASDAQ: ENVB) is a biotechnology company dedicated to the development of novel neuroplastogenic small-molecule therapeutics for the treatment of psychiatric and neurological disorders. Leveraging its unique discovery and development Psybrary™ platform, which houses proprietary information on the use and development of existing and novel molecules for specific mental health indications, Enveric seeks to develop a robust intellectual property portfolio of novel drug candidates. Enveric's lead molecule, EB-003, is a potential first-in-class neuroplastogen designed to promote neuroplasticity, without inducing hallucinations, in patients suffering from difficult-to-address mental health disorders. Enveric is focused on advancing EB-003 towards clinical trials for the treatment of neuropsychiatric disorders while out-licensing other novel, patented Psybrary™ platform drug candidates to third-party licensees advancing non-competitive market strategies for patient care. Enveric is headquartered in Naples, FL with offices in Cambridge, MA and Calgary, AB Canada. For more information, please visit www.enveric.com.
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