Hoth Therapeutics to Further its Research of VNLG-152 and Plans Exercise of its Option Agreement with University of Maryland, Baltimore and Isoprene Pharmaceuticals Inc.

NEW YORK, Jan. 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Hoth Therapeutics, Inc. HOTH, a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing new generation therapies for dermatological and immunological disorders such as atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, asthma and acne, announced today that the Company, after further evaluation under its Commercial Evaluation Sublicense and Option Agreement with the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) and Isoprene Pharmaceuticals Inc. will exercise its option for full licensing rights of Dermatology Field to develop and commercialize therapeutic compounds for the treatment of dermatological conditions in humans.

The licensing agreement stems from results reported by UMB relating to the effect Retinoic acid metabolism blocking agents (RAMBAs) offer in treating cancer and dermatology related issues. To view the published results of the research, please click here.  Furthermore, Hoth has begun its preclinical study program and anticipates sharing these results upon completion of the study.

Mr. Robb Knie, Chief Executive Officer of Hoth, commented, "We are pleased with our research of VNLG-152 novel retinamides (Retinoic acid metabolism blocking agents or RAMBAs) for the treatment of dermatological diseases over the last several months and believe that this therapeutic brings significant value to Hoth's pipeline.  We look forward to working with UMB, Isoprene and Dr. Vincent Njar, lead inventor of VNLG-152 and Scientific Board Member of Hoth Therapeutics."

About Hoth Therapeutics, Inc.
Hoth Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing new generation therapies for dermatological disorders. HOTH's pipeline has the potential to improve the quality of life for patients suffering from indications including atopic dermatitis, chronic wounds, psoriasis, asthma and acne. To learn more, please visit www.hoththerapeutics.com.

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Contacts
Investor Relations Contact:
Phone: (646) 756-2997
Email: investorrelations@hoththerapeutics.com 
www.hoththerapeutics.com

KCSA Strategic Communications
Valter Pinto / Daniela Guerrero
(212) 896-1254 / (212) 682-6300
Hoth@kcsa.com

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