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OKYO Pharma to Participate in the BTIG Biotechnology Conference 2026

OKYO Pharma announces participation in BTIG Biotechnology Conference 2026, advancing global Phase 3 trial plans for neuropathic corneal pain therapy

By Derek Hwang
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OKYO Pharma Limited, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on neuropathic corneal pain and anterior segment eye diseases, announced its participation in the BTIG Biotechnology Conference 2026. Management will present virtually and offer one-on-one meetings. The company plans to initiate a global Phase 3 pivotal trial in H2 2026 for its lead drug candidate, urcosimod, targeting neuropathic corneal pain.

OKYO Pharma to Participate in the BTIG Biotechnology Conference 2026
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Key Points

  • OKYO Pharma will participate virtually in the BTIG Biotechnology Conference 2026 on July 28-29, featuring presentations and one-on-one meetings with management.
  • The company plans to start a global Phase 3 pivotal clinical trial in the second half of 2026 to evaluate urcosimod as a single-dose treatment for neuropathic corneal pain (NCP), enrolling approximately 111 patients.
  • OKYO Pharma is publicly traded on the Nasdaq Capital Market, focusing on innovative treatments for NCP and anterior segment eye diseases.
  • Sectors impacted include biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare, specifically ophthalmology and rare disease therapeutics.

LONDON and NEW YORK, July 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OKYO Pharma Limited (Nasdaq: OKYO), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing investigational therapies for the treatment of neuropathic corneal pain (NCP) and anterior segment eye diseases, today announced its participation in the BTIG Biotechnology Conference 2026 taking place virtually on July 28-29, 2026.

Company Participation: Robert J. Dempsey, Chief Executive Officer, Keeren Shah, Chief Financial Officer, Flavio Mantelli MD, PhD, Chief Medical Officer

Date/Time: July 28-29, 2026

Location: Virtual

1:1 Meetings: schedule a one-on-one meeting with management by contacting your BTIG representative

About OKYO Pharma
OKYO Pharma Limited (Nasdaq: OKYO) is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing innovative therapies for the treatment of neuropathic corneal pain (NCP) and anterior segment eye diseases, with ordinary shares listed for trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market. OKYO plans to initiate a global Phase 3 pivotal clinical trial in the second half of this year, enrolling approximately 111 patients to evaluate a single-dose regimen of urcosimod for the treatment of NCP.

For further information, please visit www.okyopharma.com.

For further inquiries:

OKYO Pharma Ltd
Paul Spencer
Business Development and Investor Relations
+44 (0) 207 495 2379
Email: [email protected]


Risks

  • Clinical trial risks including enrollment challenges, efficacy, and safety outcomes may delay or negatively impact drug approval and commercialization.
  • Regulatory risks related to the approval process by health authorities could affect timelines and market access.
  • Market competition and commercialization risks as other therapies for neuropathic corneal pain or eye diseases emerge, posing challenges to market adoption.

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