Canntab Therapeutics Limited (CSE:PILL.CN)(OTCQB:CTABF) (FRA:TBF1.F) (the “Company” or “Canntab”), the leading innovator in cannabinoid and terpene blends in hard pill form for therapeutic applications, is pleased to announce the appointment of Joshi Laxminarayan as Chief Scientific Officer (CSO). In his role as CSO, Mr. Laxminarayan will be responsible for directing Canntab’s strategic research and partnership program, and overseeing the Company’s ongoing manufacturing and distribution operations.
Mr. Laxminarayan is a pharmaceutical scientist with a successful history of bringing to market a number of pharmaceutical drugs throughout a career spanning over 25 years. Mr. Laxminarayan began his career in India, as a bench chemist, and most recently acted in a consultant role to the Company, as Director of Quality Assurance & Quality Control, where he assisted with the research and development needed to formulate the Company’s current product line. His expertise in nano emulsion, extended release, and poorly soluble drug development, has played a crucial role in the Company’s research and development with respect to cannabis oil inputs.
“Joshi has played an integral part in helping Canntab strengthen its competitive position and relevance, and distinguish itself in the pharmaceutical industry. His appointment as CSO is expected to evolve as we continue manufacturing, into a position where he can oversee not only our ongoing Research & Development, but also our day to day manufacturing and distribution operations,” explains Jeff Renwick, Co-founder and CEO of Canntab. Mr. Renwick continues, “As Canntab enters the next phase of its growth, Mr. Laxminarayan will be invaluable to our continued success, driving us closer to our goal of being the world leader in solid oral dose therapeutic cannabis solutions.”