Edge Therapeutics Announces Review of Strategic Alternatives

BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J., April 30, 2018 -- Edge Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq:EDGE) today announced that its Board of Directors is conducting a comprehensive review of strategic alternatives focused on maximizing stockholder value. In conjunction with the exploration of strategic alternatives, Edge intends to streamline its operations in order to preserve its cash resources. Edge has retained Piper Jaffray & Co. to act as its financial advisor to assist with this review process. Potential strategic alternatives that may be explored or evaluated as part of this review include, but are not limited to, an acquisition, merger, business combination or other strategic transaction involving Edge.

There is no defined timeline for completion of the review process. There is no assurance that this review will result in Edge pursuing any transaction or that a transaction, if pursued, will be completed. Edge does not intend to discuss or disclose further developments regarding the strategic review process unless and until its Board of Directors has approved a specific action or otherwise determined that further disclosure is appropriate or required by law.

About Edge Therapeutics, Inc.

Edge Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company that seeks to discover, develop and commercialize novel, hospital-based therapies capable of transforming treatment paradigms for the management of acute, life-threatening conditions. For additional information about Edge, please visit www.edgetherapeutics.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

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Investor and Media Contact:
Gregory Gin
Edge Therapeutics, Inc.
Tel: 1-800-208 EDGE (3343)
Email: [email protected]