NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 9, 2006--Axonyx Inc. (NASDAQ: AXYX - News) today announced that Gosse B. Bruinsma, MD, President and CEO of Axonyx, will be presenting at the Rodman and Renshaw 3rd Annual Global Healthcare Conference in Monte Carlo, Monaco on Tuesday, May 16 at 9:25 AM local time (3:25 AM EDT). Dr. Bruinsma is expected to discuss the Company’s clinical development program, strategic initiatives and market opportunities. Parties interested in scheduling 1-on-1 meetings with Dr. Bruinsma are invited to contact Lily Khaykina at LK@rodmanandrenshaw.com.