FSD Pharma Inc. (NASDAQ: HUGE) (CSE: HUGE) (FRA: 0K9A) (“FSD Pharma” or the “Company”), a life sciences holding company dedicated to building a portfolio of assets and biotech solutions, warmly congratulates Eleanor N. Fish, Ph.D., a member of its Research and Clinical Advisory Board, on her appointment to the Order of Canada.

Dr. Fish was named a Member of the Order for her contributions to immunology, including her groundbreaking studies on the use of interferon-alpha in the treatment of disease.

"On behalf of everyone at FSD Pharma, I would like to congratulate Dr. Fish on receiving Canada's highest honour that recognizes outstanding achievement, dedication to scientific research and service to the nation,” said Dr. Lakshmi P. Kotra, B.Pharm. (Hons), Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer of Lucid Psycheceuticals Inc., FSD Pharma’s wholly-owned subsidiary. “Since joining our Research and Clinical Advisory Board in November 2021, Eleanor’s contributions have already made a significant impact, and we look forward to continuing to benefit from her expertise and insights as we advance the development of our next-generation therapeutics in pursuit of a healthier world.”

Created in 1967, the Order of Canada is one of the country’s highest civilian honours and recognizes those "whose service shapes our society; whose innovations ignite our imaginations; and whose compassion unites our communities." Appointments are made by the Governor General on the recommendation of the Advisory Council for the Order of Canada.

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FSD Pharma Congratulates Dr. Eleanor Fish on Being Named to the Order of Canada