Transaction will Advance Company’s Shift in Business Strategy Aligned with Life Sciences Industry Expertise of New Leadership Team

CINCINNATI, Nov. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Blue Water Biotech, Inc. (Nasdaq: BWV) ("BWB" or the “Company”), today announced the execution of a non-binding term sheet regarding the acquisition of a private commercial stage oncology biotechnology company (the “Proposed Transaction”). This latest announcement is part of the Company’s new business strategy focusing on oncology. The Company plans to commercialize therapeutics, diagnostics and clinician services, which will serve as the foundation for the Company’s future operations.

The Proposed Transaction furthers a shift in business strategy driven by BWB’s decision to align with both the market value drivers provided by its new oncology focus and the extensive life sciences company-building expertise of its new leadership team under the direction of President and CEO, Dr. Neil J. Campbell.

“There are still many unmet medical needs in the cancer marketplace that require solid answers and focus on the important relationship between healthcare providers and patients. This announcement is part of our commercial focus for the Company as we shift to opportunities in oncology, which we believe presents the best market opportunities for shareholder value,” said Dr. Campbell. “This new potential opportunity with an oncology business is a first step in the new direction.”

After stockholder approval of the Proposed Transaction, shareholders of the target company will own a majority of BWB. The Company expects to announce additional details regarding the Proposed Transaction when a definitive agreement is executed. The completion of the transaction is subject to, among other matters, the completion of due diligence, the negotiation of a definitive agreement, obtaining adequate financing, satisfaction of the conditions negotiated therein and approval of the Proposed Transaction by the board and stockholders, as and when applicable. There can be no assurance that a definitive agreement will be entered into or that the Proposed Transaction will be consummated on the terms or timeframe currently contemplated, or at all.

Tungsten Advisors served as the exclusive financial advisor to the target company.

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