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SAN FRANCISCO--( BUSINESS WIRE )--CellViva, a biopharmaceutical company pioneering the development of an innovative anti-VEGF therapy for pterygium—an unmet medical need in ophthalmology, is proud to announce the appointment of three distinguished leaders in ophthalmology to its Board of Directors: Drs. Adrienne Graves, Kathryn Najafi-Tagol, and Richard Lindstrom. Meet the New Board Members Dr. Adrienne Graves: Former Board Chair of Iveric Bio, Dr. Graves brings decades of experience in clinical development and strategic leadership within the ophthalmology sector. Her insights will be invaluable as CellViva advances its pipeline and prepares for clinical trials. Dr. Kathryn Najafi-Tagol: Founder of the Eye Institute of Marin, co-inventor of Avenova, a treatment for dry eye associated with blepharitis, and former Chief Medical Officer of NovaBay Pharmaceuticals, Dr. Najafi brings extensive clinical and pharmaceutical development experience. Her expertise will be instrumental in addressing significant unmet needs in ophthalmology. Dr. Richard Lindstrom: A world-renowned cataract and refractive surgeon and founder of Minnesota Eye Consultants, Dr. Lindstrom offers a wealth of knowledge in surgical innovations and industry expertise. His guidance will be critical in steering CellViva’s clinical strategy. “We are thrilled to welcome Drs. Graves, Najafi and Lindstrom to our Board of Directors,” said Randal Pham, Board Chair, President and CEO of CellViva. “Their combined knowledge and experience in ophthalmology will be pivotal as we advance our mission to develop a groundbreaking treatment for pterygium.” Driving Innovation This announcement marks a significant milestone for CellViva as the company continues to expand its leadership in developing novel therapies for eye diseases. With the expertise of its newly appointed Board members, CellViva is poised to make impactful advancements in ophthalmic treatments. About Pterygium Pterygium, commonly referred to as "surfer’s eye," is a benign growth of the conjunctiva that extends onto the cornea. This condition, often associated with prolonged exposure to ultraviolet light, wind, and dust, can cause symptoms such as irritation, redness, and vision impairment. In severe cases, it can lead to scarring and significant visual obstruction. Currently, there are limited non-surgical treatment options available, making it an important unmet medical need. CellViva’s focus on developing an innovative product to provide patients with an effective therapy, addressing a critical gap in ophthalmic care. About CellViva CellViva is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative therapies for ophthalmic and dermatologic conditions. For more information, visit [ www.cellviva.com ]( https://cellviva.com/ ).

PLEASANTON, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- RadiusXR, the trailblazer in Digital Health, announces the publication of its groundbreaking NOVA Clinical Trial in Translational Vision Science and Technology (TVST), a prestigious journal by the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO). This milestone publication confirms RadiusXR's unwavering commitment to advancing ocular health and heralds a new era in visual field testing. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: All-inclusive RadiusXR Heath Tech Platform (Photo: Business Wire) The NOVA Clinical Trial has revealed remarkable findings, including statistical non-inferiority to current clinical standards for sensitivities at individual test locations, glaucoma staging using Medicare definitions, and an exceptionally high correlation of 0.94 in mean deviation.1 These results underscore the unparalleled accuracy and reliability of RadiusXR's approach to visual field testing for head-mounted virtual reality perimetry. Moreover, unlike other virtual reality perimeters (VRPs), RadiusXR measures vision within the photopic range, aligning with existing visual field platforms' standards. This alignment enables consistent clinical training and facilitates comparison to patients' prior examinations, as normative databases and mean deviation/pattern standard deviation (MD/PSD) plots are based on the photopic range. RadiusXR's steadfast adherence to industry standards ensures seamless integration into clinical practice and enhances patient care. "The publication of the NOVA Clinical Trial in TVST reaffirms RadiusXR's position as the leader in visual field testing innovation," remarked Ammad Khan, RadiusXR's Chief Executive Officer. “Our proprietary technology, combined with spatial computing, delivers unparalleled accuracy and precision, revolutionizing the diagnosis and management of ocular conditions." Dr. Thomas Samuelson, a distinguished ophthalmologist at Minnesota Eye Consultants in Minneapolis, expressed, "The findings from the NOVA Clinical Trial are truly groundbreaking. RadiusXR's innovative approach to visual field testing represents a significant advancement in the field of ophthalmology. This technology can potentially revolutionize how we diagnose and manage ocular conditions, ultimately improving patient outcomes and quality of life." In July 2023, RadiusXR announced it entered into a collaboration and marketing agreement with Glaukos Corporation, a leading ophthalmic pharmaceutical and medical technology company, whereby Glaukos became the exclusive sales agent to market, promote, and solicit orders for RadiusXR in the United States. Radius continues to lead development and commercialization efforts for RadiusXR. The complete details of the NOVA Clinical Trial are available here > For more information about RadiusXR and its advanced technologies, please visit radiusxr.com About RadiusXR: The RadiusXR ( ) platform is a revolutionary portable vision diagnostic and patient engagement system. It combines medical-grade diagnostics, business management tools, and patient education resources within a wearable spatial computing device. The RadiusExam® and proprietary algorithms provide diagnostic testing results equivalent to current gold standards demonstrated through a clinical trial that shows statistical noninferiority of estimated sensitivities compared to SITA-Standard. This comprehensive digital health platform combines proprietary hardware and software to empower medical professionals to diagnose patients accurately, enhance patient engagement, and reduce staff workload. It enables patients to perform self-guided vision exams with minimal supervision, thereby aiding in the growth of eye care practices. About Glaukos: Glaukos ( ) is an ophthalmic pharmaceutical and medical technology company focused on developing and commercializing novel therapies for the treatment of glaucoma, corneal disorders and retinal diseases. Glaukos first developed Micro-Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS) as an alternative to the traditional glaucoma treatment paradigm, launching its first MIGS device commercially in 2012, and continues to develop a portfolio of technologically distinct and leverageable platforms to support ongoing pharmaceutical and medical device innovations. Products or product candidates for each of these platforms are designed to advance the standard of care through better treatment options across the areas of glaucoma, corneal disorders and retinal diseases. 1Chris Bradley, Iqbal Ike K. Ahmed, Thomas W. Samuelson, Michael Chaglasian, Howard Barnebey, Nathan Radcliffe, Jason Bacharach; Validation of a Wearable Virtual Reality Perimeter for Glaucoma Staging, The NOVA Trial: Novel Virtual Reality Field Assessment. Trans. Vis. Sci. Tech. 2024;13(3):10. .

With over 40 years of ophthalmology industry experience, Dr. Lindstrom will lead Surface Ophthalmics into its next stage of growth as it advances its innovative and patented proprietary portfolio for dry eye syndrome. PLEASANTON, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Surface Ophthalmics, a pioneering biopharmaceutical company, dedicated to transforming the management and treatment of dry eye syndrome (DES), today announced the appointment of Richard Lindstrom, MD as Founder & Chairman. A highly acclaimed physician and surgeon in ophthalmology, Dr. Lindstrom is founder and attending surgeon emeritus at Minnesota Eye Consultants, P.A. Dr. Lindstrom will lead in partnership with Surface’s distinguished Board of Directors including Adrienne Graves, Ph.D., (Lead Director); Perry J. Sternberg, Shelley Thunen, and J. Andy Corley. In the US alone, an estimated 38 million people have some form of DES, yet only 17 million are diagnosed and fewer still, 1.7 million, are using a prescription therapy.1,2 With its product portfolio in development, Surface seeks to address the full range of DES, from episodic to chronic by providing eye care professionals targeted therapies to treat the signs, symptoms, and underlying causes of DES, which can be naturally occurring or following ocular surgery.3 “I am honored and thrilled to lead Surface Ophthalmics into its next phase of expansion as we work to advance the company’s innovative and proprietary medicinal candidates for patients suffering from DES,” said Dr. Lindstrom. “Our solutions hold significant potential to meet existing gaps in care, and I’m eager to collaborate with our talented team to introduce these products to the market.” Surface Ophthalmics is advancing two products: Kera Sol™ Tears, an over-the-counter artificial tear solution designed for cell-compatible, short-term, fast-acting, temporary relief of burning and irritation caused by dryness of the eye. Additionally, the company is progressing the clinical program for its investigational drug, Mycosol (Surf-101), a first-in-class prescription eye drop that delivers Mycophenolate in Surface’s proprietary formulation. This combination is designed to provide sustained immunosuppressive action and mucin upregulation at the ocular surface. Richard Lindstrom, MD Dr. Richard Lindstrom is founder and attending surgeon emeritus at Minnesota Eye Consultants P.A., a provider of eye care services, since 1989. Dr. Lindstrom has served as a researcher, teacher, inventor, writer, lecturer and highly acclaimed physician and surgeon in the ophthalmology field. Dr. Lindstrom has served as associate director of the Minnesota Lions Eye Bank from 1987 - 2017. He is a medical advisor for several medical device and pharmaceutical manufacturers and serves on the boards of several public and privately held life sciences companies. Dr. Lindstrom previously served as president of the International Society of Refractive Surgery from 1993 to 1994, the International Intraocular Implant Society from 2002 to 2004, the International Refractive Surgery Club from 2002 to 2004, and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery from 2007 to 2008. He currently serves on the ASCRS Executive Committee and is a past chair of the ASCRS Foundation. From 1980 to 1989, he served as a professor of ophthalmology at the University of Minnesota, where he is currently an adjunct professor and foundation trustee emeritus. Dr. Lindstrom also chaired the Ophthalmology and Visual Neurosciences Foundation for three decades. About Surface Ophthalmics Surface Ophthalmics is a pioneering biopharmaceutical firm dedicated to the discovery and market introduction of novel treatments for diseases affecting the ocular surface. Our mission is to address critical unmet needs in eye care by harnessing in-depth expertise, a dynamic strategy, operational efficiency, and distinctive clinical advantages. To learn more visit and follow us on LinkedIn. References 1 2019 Dry Eye Products Market Report, Market Scope 2 Symphony Rx Data divided by DES Prevalence Study and validated with Market Scope data 3 Craig JP, et al., TFOS DEWS II Report Executive Summary, The Ocular Surface (2017)