NeuroScientific specialist hire sets stage for major Crohn’s trial

The Sydney Morning Herald - Oct 1, 2026

NeuroScientific Biopharmaceuticals has hired Southern Star Research for a phase two trial of its StemSmart Crohn’s disease therapy in Australia and the US.

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