Oculis Appoints Experienced Life Sciences Leader Björn Tackenberg, M.D., Ph.D., as Chief Scientific Officer to Advance Neurology Innovation

Riad Sherif, Chief Executive Officer of Oculis

“Oculis is building a world-leading neuro-ophthalmology and neurology franchise. We are exceptionally pleased to welcome Björn as Chief Scientific Officer and Aaron as Development Franchise Head, Neurology, as we advance Privosegtor through the PIONEER registrational program, and prepare to explore its potential in acute MS relapses and other neurological indications. Björn and Aaron bring highly complementary leadership across scientific strategy, development execution, and translational advancement. Their collective experience in neurology, neuroimmunology, neuromuscular and neurodegenerative diseases spanning academic research, clinical practice and pharmaceutical development will materially strengthen Oculis’ ability to translate emerging insights into new therapeutic opportunities.”

Björn Tackenberg, Chief Scientific Officer of Oculis

“I am excited to join Oculis at this pivotal time in the Company’s growth. Privosegtor is a highly promising innovation with the potential to advance neuroprotection, and the opportunity to help shape its development is invaluable. Building on the PIONEER program in neuro-ophthalmology, I look forward to working with the Oculis team and external scientific partners to explore Privosegtor’s potential in acute MS relapses and other neurological indications, translate research into meaningful evidence for patients, and evaluate new opportunities to address significant unmet needs for people living with neurological conditions.”