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First Wave BioPharma Announces Two Abstracts on Celiac Disease Research Accepted for Presentation at the 2024 Digestive Disease Week (DDW) Conference

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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BOCA RATON, Fla., March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Wave BioPharma, Inc., (NASDAQ: FWBI), (“First Wave BioPharma” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of targeted, non-systemic therapies for gastrointestinal (GI) diseases, today announced that two abstracts have been accepted for presentation at the 2024 Digestive Disease Week Conference (DDW 2024) taking place May 18-21, 2024, in Washington, D.C.

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  • “The abstracts accepted for presentation at DDW 2024 showcase significant advancements in the field of gastroenterology, particularly in the precision diagnosis and management of celiac disease through the innovative VCIEL scale that our team has developed,” stated James Sapirstein, Chairman and CEO of First Wave BioPharma.
  • Details on the presentations are as follows:
    Jack Syage, PhD.
  • President & Chief Operating Officer, First Wave BioPharma
    Jack Syage, PhD.
  • President & Chief Operating Officer, First Wave BioPharma

First Wave BioPharma Announces Completion of Business Combination with ImmunogenX, Adding Phase 3-Ready Latiglutenase to its Late-Stage GI-Focused Clinical Pipeline

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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BOCA RATON, Fla., March 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Wave BioPharma, Inc., (NASDAQ: FWBI), (“First Wave BioPharma” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of targeted, non-systemic therapies for gastrointestinal (GI) diseases, today announced it has acquired ImmunogenX in an all-stock transaction with the combined company focused on advancing a GI pipeline comprised of multiple, late-stage clinical assets, including latiglutenase, a potentially first-in-class, near Phase 3-ready, targeted, oral biotherapeutic for celiac disease. James Sapirstein will continue to serve as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of First Wave BioPharma with Jack Syage, Ph.D., previously the Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of ImmunogenX, assuming the role of President and Chief Operating Officer of First Wave BioPharma. Dr. Syage and Dr. Chaitan Khosla will also join the board of directors of First Wave BioPharma.

Key Points: 
  • Dr. Syage and Dr. Chaitan Khosla will also join the board of directors of First Wave BioPharma.
  • First Wave BioPharma intends to license the commercial rights to latiglutenase in the United States and Canada to a strategic global pharmaceutical company which will commercialize latiglutenase following receipt of marketing approval.
  • First Wave BioPharma will also seek to secure financing commitments from a syndicate of institutional healthcare investors to fund the ongoing development of latiglutenase.
  • First Wave BioPharma will host a conference call and live audio webcast today, March 14, 2024, at 8:30 a.m.

First Wave BioPharma CEO to Present at the BIO CEO & Investor Conference 2024

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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BOCA RATON, Fla., Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Wave BioPharma, Inc., (NASDAQ: FWBI), (“First Wave BioPharma” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of targeted, non-systemic therapies for gastrointestinal (GI) diseases, today announced that James Sapirstein, Chairman and CEO of First Wave BioPharma, will present at the BIO CEO & Investor Conference, which is planned for February 26-27, 2024, at the Marriott Marquis in New York City.

Key Points: 
  • BOCA RATON, Fla., Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Wave BioPharma, Inc., (NASDAQ: FWBI), (“First Wave BioPharma” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of targeted, non-systemic therapies for gastrointestinal (GI) diseases, today announced that James Sapirstein, Chairman and CEO of First Wave BioPharma, will present at the BIO CEO & Investor Conference, which is planned for February 26-27, 2024, at the Marriott Marquis in New York City.
  • Details of the event are as follows:

First Wave BioPharma CEO to Present at the Sequire Investor Summit 2024 in Puerto Rico

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024
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BOCA RATON, Fla., Jan. 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Wave BioPharma, Inc., (NASDAQ: FWBI), (“First Wave BioPharma” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of targeted, non-systemic therapies for gastrointestinal (GI) diseases, today announced that James Sapirstein, Chairman and CEO of First Wave BioPharma, will present at the Sequire Investor Summit 2024, which is planned for January 23-25, 2024, at Condado Vanderbilt Hotel in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Key Points: 
  • BOCA RATON, Fla., Jan. 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Wave BioPharma, Inc., (NASDAQ: FWBI), (“First Wave BioPharma” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of targeted, non-systemic therapies for gastrointestinal (GI) diseases, today announced that James Sapirstein, Chairman and CEO of First Wave BioPharma, will present at the Sequire Investor Summit 2024, which is planned for January 23-25, 2024, at Condado Vanderbilt Hotel in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
  • Details of the event are as follows:

First Wave BioPharma Chairman and CEO Issues Letter to Shareholders Highlighting Recent Accomplishments and Outlook for 2024

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Thursday, January 4, 2024
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BOCA RATON, Fla., Jan. 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Wave BioPharma, Inc., (NASDAQ: FWBI), (“First Wave BioPharma” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of targeted, non-systemic therapies for gastrointestinal (GI) diseases, today announced that James Sapirstein, Chairman and CEO of First Wave BioPharma, has issued a Letter to Stockholders highlighting the Company’s recent accomplishments and plans for 2024.

Key Points: 
  • BOCA RATON, Fla., Jan. 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Wave BioPharma, Inc., (NASDAQ: FWBI), (“First Wave BioPharma” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of targeted, non-systemic therapies for gastrointestinal (GI) diseases, today announced that James Sapirstein, Chairman and CEO of First Wave BioPharma, has issued a Letter to Stockholders highlighting the Company’s recent accomplishments and plans for 2024.
  • The close of 2023 has been an exciting period for First Wave BioPharma, highlighted by the recently announced potential business combination with ImmunogenX.
  • The non-binding term sheet includes a low seven-figure payment to First Wave BioPharma along with economics related to future milestones and royalties.
  • 2024 has the potential to be a year of significant growth for First Wave BioPharma, and once again, I thank all of our stockholders for your continued support.

First Wave BioPharma Announces Streamlining of Clinical Pipeline with Non-Binding Term Sheet to Sell Niclosamide IBD Program

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Wednesday, December 27, 2023
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The non-binding term sheet includes a low seven-figure upfront payment to First Wave BioPharma for rights to Niclosamide, as well as economics related to future milestones and royalties.

Key Points: 
  • The non-binding term sheet includes a low seven-figure upfront payment to First Wave BioPharma for rights to Niclosamide, as well as economics related to future milestones and royalties.
  • Additional details of the transaction will be disclosed upon finalization and execution of the definitive agreement.
  • The drug is a potential non-steroidal anti-inflammatory therapy for the treatment of mild-to-moderate inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD).
  • Intellectual property for niclosamide formulations governing composition of matter and methods of use extends beyond 2040.

First Wave BioPharma Announces Entry into Term Sheet for Business Combination with ImmunogenX Establishing a Leading Late-Stage GI-Focused Biopharmaceutical Company

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Monday, December 18, 2023
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BOCA RATON, Fla., Dec. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Wave BioPharma, Inc., (NASDAQ: FWBI), (“First Wave BioPharma” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of targeted, non-systemic therapies for gastrointestinal (GI) diseases, today announced that the company has signed a non-binding term sheet for a business combination with ImmunogenX, a clinical-stage biotherapeutics company developing Phase 3-ready latiglutenase, a potentially first-in-class, targeted, oral biotherapeutic for celiac disease. Pursuant to the term sheet, First Wave BioPharma will acquire ImmunogenX in an all-stock transaction with the combined company focused on advancing a GI pipeline comprised of multiple late-stage clinical assets, including latiglutenase and capeserod, which First Wave BioPharma recently in-licensed from Sanofi. Following consummation of the transaction, First Wave BioPharma will continue to trade on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol “FWBI”. The transaction, which has been approved by the Boards of Directors of both companies, is subject to the negotiation and execution of definitive documentation, approval of the stockholders of both First Wave BioPharma and ImmunogenX and other customary closing conditions and is expected to close in the first half of 2024.

Key Points: 
  • Pursuant to the term sheet, First Wave BioPharma will acquire ImmunogenX in an all-stock transaction with the combined company focused on advancing a GI pipeline comprised of multiple late-stage clinical assets, including latiglutenase and capeserod, which First Wave BioPharma recently in-licensed from Sanofi.
  • Following consummation of the transaction, First Wave BioPharma will continue to trade on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol “FWBI”.
  • Operational and financial leadership positions will be comprised of current First Wave BioPharma executives, while clinical, regulatory affairs, and scientific positions will be led by executives of ImmunogenX.
  • Celiac disease is characterized by damage to the lining of the small intestine, causing malabsorption, gastrointestinal dysfunction and debilitating symptoms.

First Wave BioPharma CEO James Sapirstein to Moderate Panel Discussion at Longwood Healthcare Leaders Conference

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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BOCA RATON, Fla., Dec. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Wave BioPharma, Inc., (NASDAQ: FWBI), (“First Wave BioPharma” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of targeted, non-systemic therapies for gastrointestinal (GI) diseases, today announced that James Sapirstein, Chairman, President, and CEO of First Wave BioPharma, will moderate a panel discussion on cross-border biopharma collaboration during the Longwood Healthcare Leaders San Francisco CEO Conference taking place January 6-7, 2024, prior to the 42nd Annual JP Morgan Healthcare Conference.

Key Points: 
  • BOCA RATON, Fla., Dec. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Wave BioPharma, Inc., (NASDAQ: FWBI), (“First Wave BioPharma” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of targeted, non-systemic therapies for gastrointestinal (GI) diseases, today announced that James Sapirstein, Chairman, President, and CEO of First Wave BioPharma, will moderate a panel discussion on cross-border biopharma collaboration during the Longwood Healthcare Leaders San Francisco CEO Conference taking place January 6-7, 2024, prior to the 42nd Annual JP Morgan Healthcare Conference.
  • The panel, titled, “Cross-Border Collaboration,” will include Ed Hu, Vice Chair & Global CIO, WuXi; Richard Paulson, CEO, Karyopharm; and Nikolay Savchuk, Managing Partner, TealTech.
  • Details of the panel discussion are as follows:

Date and Time Announced for First Wave BioPharma CEO James Sapirstein’s Presentation at the 2023 BIO Investor Forum

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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BOCA RATON, Fla., Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Wave BioPharma, Inc., (NASDAQ: FWBI), (“First Wave BioPharma” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of targeted, non-systemic therapies for gastrointestinal (GI) diseases, today announced that Chairman, President, and CEO of First Wave BioPharma James Sapirstein’s presentation at the 2023 BIO Investor Forum will take place at 11:15 a.m. PDT on October 17, 2023 in the Franciscan B Room at the Hilton San Francisco.

Key Points: 
  • BOCA RATON, Fla., Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Wave BioPharma, Inc., (NASDAQ: FWBI), (“First Wave BioPharma” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of targeted, non-systemic therapies for gastrointestinal (GI) diseases, today announced that Chairman, President, and CEO of First Wave BioPharma James Sapirstein’s presentation at the 2023 BIO Investor Forum will take place at 11:15 a.m. PDT on October 17, 2023 in the Franciscan B Room at the Hilton San Francisco.
  • In addition to the presentation, members of the First Wave BioPharma management team will conduct one-on-one meetings with registered investors at the conference, showcasing the company’s business and clinical development strategy, recent corporate achievements, and anticipated milestones.
  • Details of the presentation are as follows:

First Wave BioPharma CEO James Sapirstein to Present at the 2023 Roth Healthcare Opportunities Conference

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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BOCA RATON, Fla., Oct. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Wave BioPharma, Inc., (NASDAQ: FWBI), (“First Wave BioPharma” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of targeted, non-systemic therapies for gastrointestinal (GI) diseases, today announced that James Sapirstein, Chairman, President, and CEO of First Wave BioPharma, will give a presentation at the 2023 Roth Healthcare Opportunities Conference taking place October 12, 2023, in New York City.

Key Points: 
  • BOCA RATON, Fla., Oct. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Wave BioPharma, Inc., (NASDAQ: FWBI), (“First Wave BioPharma” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of targeted, non-systemic therapies for gastrointestinal (GI) diseases, today announced that James Sapirstein, Chairman, President, and CEO of First Wave BioPharma, will give a presentation at the 2023 Roth Healthcare Opportunities Conference taking place October 12, 2023, in New York City.
  • In addition to the presentation, members of the First Wave BioPharma management team will conduct one-on-one meetings with registered investors at the conference, showcasing the company’s business and clinical development strategy, recent corporate achievements, and anticipated milestones.
  • Details of the presentation are as follows: