Scythian will ring the closing bell at the Nasdaq MarketSite in Times Square, New York City on February 22, 2018.
TORONTO, Feb. 14, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Scythian Biosciences (the “Company” or “Scythian”) (TSXV:SCYB) (Frankfurt:9SB) (OTCQB:SCCYF) is pleased to announce that the Company has received approval from the Nasdaq Capital Market (“Nasdaq”) to list its common shares on the Nasdaq. In honour of the listing, Scythian will ring the closing bell at the Nasdaq MarketSite in Times Square, New York City on February 22, 2018.
The common shares of the Company will commence trading on the Nasdaq at the opening of trading on February 22, 2018, under the trading symbol “SCYB”.
Jonathan Gilbert, Scythian’s CEO, commented, “We are pleased to have completed this major milestone. The Nasdaq listing represents greater accessibility and liquidity to a broader group of investors and increased market recognition, while our dual listing on the TSXV provides continued access to the investment community in Canada.”
About Scythian Biosciences Corp.
Scythian is a research and development company committed to finding a solution for the prevention and treatment of concussions and traumatic brain injury with its proprietary Cannabinoid combination.
Scythian’s mission is to be the first accepted drug regimen for concussive treatment. Scythian has recently formed a collaboration with the University of Miami and its world renowned neuroscientific team to conduct pre-clinical and clinical trials of its drug regimen. The University of Miami believes that Scythian’s scientific approach shows significant promise and differs from previous approaches to treat this growing problem. The collaboration with the University of Miami allows access to their extensive knowledge base in the fields of traumatic brain injury and concussions and allows for Scythian’s clinical studies to be undertaken at their world-class facilities.
Gillian A. Hotz, PhD, is leading Scythian’s program at the University of Miami. Dr. Hotz is a nationally recognized behavioral neuroscientist and expert in neurotrauma, concussion management, and neurorehabilitation. She has extensive experience in neurocognitive testing. Dr. Hotz has been the co-director of University of Miami Miller School of Medicine’s Concussion Program since 1995.
Scythian is also endorsed by Pro Football Legends and the World Boxing Association on its mission.
Contact Information
For further information, please contact:
Scythian Biosciences Corp.
Jonathan Gilbert
CEO
Phone: (212) 729-9208
Email: info@scythianbio.com
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