Palatin Technologies, Inc. announced the strengthening of its senior leadership team with three key executive management appointments: Michael B. Raizman, M.D. as Chief Medical Officer; James E. Hattersley as Senior Vice President of Business Development; and, J. Don Wang, Ph.D. as Vice President of Product Development. Michael B. Raizman, M.D., Palatin's newly appointed Chief Medical Officer will report directly to Dr. Spana. Dr. Raizman will provide leadership and direction across the entire product pipeline, including clinical validation, medical and regulatory affairs, and overall clinical, medical, and regulatory activities. James E. Hattersley, Palatin's newly appointed Senior Vice President, Business Development, has more than 25 years of experience in product acquisitions, corporate alliances and business and corporate development. Mr. Hattersley will be responsible for all business development strategies for Palatin's programs. Prior to joining Palatin, Mr. Hattersley was Senior Vice President for Mission Pharmacal Company where he was a member of the executive leadership team responsible for reshaping the company.