SciSparc Signs Definitive Agreement to Sell MitoCareX, Computational Drug Discovery Company Targeting Resistant Cancers
03 Março 2025 - 10:25AM
SciSparc Ltd. (Nasdaq: SPRC) (the “Company” or “SciSparc”), a
specialty clinical-stage pharmaceutical company focusing on the
development of therapies to treat disorders of the central nervous
system, announced it has signed a definitive agreement to sell its
entire ownership interest in MitoCareX Bio Ltd. (“MitoCareX”), the
Company’s venture with Dr. Alon Silberman that focuses on drug
discovery and development of cancer therapeutics by targeting the
mitochondrial SLC25 protein family, to N2Off, Inc., a
publicly-traded company in the United States (Nasdaq:
NITO) (“N2OFF”). SciSparc currently owns 52.73% of the issued
and outstanding share capital of MitoCareX.
SciSparc Ltd. has entered into a Securities Purchase and
Exchange Agreement with N2OFF, under which SciSparc and other
sellers, including Dr. Alon Silberman and Prof. Ciro Leonardo
Pierri, will transfer full ownership of MitoCareX Bio Ltd. to
N2OFF. As part of the agreement, SciSparc will sell 4,961 shares of
MitoCareX to N2OFF for $700,000 and exchange its remaining shares
for common stock in N2OFF. In total, SciSparc and the other sellers
will receive N2OFF common stock equivalent to 40% of the company’s
fully diluted capital stock. The transaction is subject to certain
conditions, including approval of N2OFF’s shareholders. Upon
closing, MitoCareX will become a wholly owned subsidiary of N2OFF,
with its board restructured under N2OFF’s control.
In addition, SciSparc and the other sellers will be entitled to
receive additional N2OFF stock based on milestone achievements,
representing up to 25% of N2OFF’s fully diluted capital stock. As
part of the financial terms, SciSparc, along with the other
sellers, will collectively receive 30% of N2OFF’s financing
proceeds over five years, up to a maximum of $1.6 million. N2OFF
has also committed to investing $1 million in MitoCareX
post-closing. Dr. Silberman will continue as CEO under a revised
employment agreement, which includes a restricted stock grant of 5%
of N2OFF’s capital stock, vesting over three years. The agreement
contains customary representations, warranties, and provisions for
termination if the closing does not occur within 30 days.
Mr. Amitay Weiss, who serves as the chairman of the board of
directors of SciSparc, also serves as the chairman of the board of
directors of N2OFF. In addition, Ms. Liat Sidi, who also serves as
a member of the board of directors of SciSparc, also serves as a
member of the board of directors of N2OFF.
About SciSparc Ltd.
(Nasdaq: SPRC):
SciSparc Ltd. is a specialty clinical-stage pharmaceutical
company led by an experienced team of senior executives and
scientists. SciSparc’s focus is on creating and enhancing a
portfolio of technologies and assets based on cannabinoid
pharmaceuticals. With this focus, the Company is currently engaged
in the following drug development programs based on THC and/or
non-psychoactive CBD: SCI-110 for the treatment of Tourette
Syndrome, for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease and agitation;
SCI-160 for the treatment of pain; and SCI-210 for the treatment of
ASD and status epilepticus. The Company also owns a controlling
interest in a subsidiary whose business focuses on the sale of hemp
seed oil-based products on Amazon Marketplace.
Forward-Looking Statements:
This press release contains forward-looking statements within
the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the Private
Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and other Federal
securities laws. For example, SciSparc is using forward-looking
statements when it discusses: the transactions contemplated by the
Securities Purchase and Exchange Agreement with N2OFF, including
milestone-based achievements; the commitment by N2OFF to invest $1
million in MitoCareX post-closing; and that closing of the
transaction is subject to certain conditions, including approval of
N2OFF’s shareholders. . Because such statements deal with future
events and are based on SciSparc’s current expectations, they are
subject to various risks and uncertainties and actual results,
performance or achievements of SciSparc could differ materially
from those described in or implied by the statements in this press
release. The forward-looking statements contained or implied in
this press release are subject to other risks and uncertainties,
including those discussed under the heading “Risk Factors” in
SciSparc’s Annual Report on Form 20-F filed with the SEC
on April 1, 2024, and in subsequent filings with the U.S.
Securities and Exchange Commission. Except as otherwise required by
law, SciSparc disclaims any intention or obligation to update or
revise any forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the
date they were made, whether as a result of new information, future
events or circumstances or otherwise.
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