Novavax Honored by Maryland Tech Council During 2021 Industry Awards Celebration

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On May 21, 2021, Novavax (Nasdaq: NVAX) was awarded 'Life Sciences Company of the Year' by the Maryland Tech Council, with CEO Stanley C. Erck receiving 'Life Sciences Chief Executive Officer of the Year.' The awards recognize Novavax's role in accelerating equitable access to COVID-19 vaccines. NVX-CoV2373, their protein-based vaccine candidate, has shown efficacy in trials, including 96.4% against the original strain and 86.3% against the B.1.1.7 variant. The U.S. and Mexico PREVENT-19 trial began in December 2020, further solidifying their commitment to global health.

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• Novavax awarded 'Life Sciences Company of the Year' by Maryland Tech Council.
• CEO Stanley C. Erck recognized as 'Life Sciences Chief Executive Officer of the Year.'
• NVX-CoV2373 shows 96.4% efficacy against original COVID-19 strain and 86.3% against B.1.1.7 variant.

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GAITHERSBURG, Md., May 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Novavax, Inc. (Nasdaq: NVAX), a biotechnology company developing next-generation vaccines for serious infectious diseases, today announced that the Maryland Tech Council's (MTC's) nominating committee chose Novavax as the recipient of its 'Life Sciences Company of the Year' award and chose Stanley C. Erck as the recipient of its 'Life Sciences Chief Executive Officer of the Year' award. Results were announced during a live broadcast of the MTC's annual Industry Awards Celebration held May 20, 2021.

Leaders and innovators in the life sciences and technology communities from Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic region are recognized annually at the Industry Awards Celebration. The event, Maryland's largest and most prestigious award ceremony of its kind, celebrates individuals and companies that have made a significant impact in their respective industries in the Maryland region and beyond.

"In a year of unprecedented challenges, we are humbled to be presented with these awards," said Stanley C. Erck, President and Chief Executive Officer, Novavax. "More importantly, these awards reflect the critical work being done at Novavax to accelerate equitable access to a safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine for all corners of the globe. I'm so proud of the Novavax team, who I know will not rest until our work is done developing and delivering what we believe will be a safe and highly effective vaccine for the world."

The MTC is the largest technology and life sciences trade association in the state of Maryland. Its vision is to propel Maryland to become the number one innovation economy for life sciences and technology in the United States. A complete list of finalists for the 2021 Industry Awards Celebration is available here.

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About NVX-CoV2373
NVX-CoV2373 is a protein-based vaccine candidate engineered from the genetic sequence of the first strain of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19 disease. NVX-CoV2373 was created using Novavax' recombinant nanoparticle technology to generate antigen derived from the coronavirus spike (S) protein and is adjuvanted with Novavax' patented saponin-based Matrix-M™ to enhance the immune response and stimulate high levels of neutralizing antibodies. NVX-CoV2373 contains purified protein antigen and can neither replicate, nor can it cause COVID-19. In preclinical studies, NVX-CoV2373 induced antibodies that blocked the binding of spike protein to cellular receptors and provided protection from infection and disease. It was generally well-tolerated and elicited robust antibody response in Phase 1/2 clinical testing.

NVX-CoV2373 is being evaluated in two pivotal Phase 3 trials: a trial in the U.K. that demonstrated efficacy of 96.4% against the original virus strain, 86.3% against the B.1.1.7/501Y.V1 variant and 89.7% overall; and the PREVENT-19 trial in the U.S. and Mexico that began in December 2020. It is also being tested in two ongoing Phase 2 studies that began in August 2020: A Phase 2b trial in South Africa that demonstrated 48.6% efficacy against a newly emerging escape variant first described in South Africa, and a Phase 1/2 continuation in the U.S. and Australia.

NVX-CoV2373 is stored and stable at 2°- 8°C, allowing the use of existing vaccine supply chain channels for its distribution. It is packaged in a ready-to-use liquid formulation in 10-dose vials.

About Matrix-M™ Adjuvant
Novavax' patented saponin-based Matrix-M™ adjuvant has demonstrated a potent and well-tolerated effect by stimulating the entry of antigen-presenting cells into the injection site and enhancing antigen presentation in local lymph nodes, boosting immune response.

About Novavax
Novavax, Inc. (Nasdaq: NVAX) is a biotechnology company that promotes improved health globally through the discovery, development and commercialization of innovative vaccines to prevent serious infectious diseases. The company's proprietary recombinant technology platform combines the power and speed of genetic engineering to efficiently produce highly immunogenic nanoparticles designed to address urgent global health needs. Novavax is conducting late-stage clinical trials for NVX-CoV2373, its vaccine candidate against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. NanoFlu™, its quadrivalent influenza nanoparticle vaccine, met all primary objectives in its pivotal Phase 3 clinical trial in older adults and will be advanced for regulatory submission. Both vaccine candidates incorporate Novavax' proprietary saponin-based Matrix-M™ adjuvant to enhance the immune response and stimulate high levels of neutralizing antibodies.

For more information, visit www.novavax.com and connect with us on Twitter and LinkedIn.

Forward-Looking Statements
Statements herein relating to the future of Novavax and the ongoing development of its vaccine and adjuvant products are forward-looking statements. Novavax cautions that these forward-looking statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements. These risks and uncertainties include those identified under the heading "Risk Factors" in the Novavax Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). We caution investors not to place considerable reliance on forward-looking statements contained in this press release. You are encouraged to read our filings with the SEC, available at sec.gov, for a discussion of these and other risks and uncertainties. The forward-looking statements in this press release speak only as of the date of this document, and we undertake no obligation to update or revise any of the statements. Our business is subject to substantial risks and uncertainties, including those referenced above. Investors, potential investors, and others should give careful consideration to these risks and uncertainties.

Contacts:

Investors
Novavax, Inc.
Erika Schultz | 240-268-2022
ir@novavax.com 

Solebury Trout
Alexandra Roy | 617-221-9197
aroy@soleburytrout.com 

Media
Laura Keenan | 202-709-7521
Alison Chartan | 240-720-7804
media@novavax.com

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FAQ

What awards did Novavax receive on May 21, 2021?

Novavax was awarded 'Life Sciences Company of the Year' and CEO Stanley C. Erck received 'Life Sciences Chief Executive Officer of the Year' from the Maryland Tech Council.

What is NVX-CoV2373?

NVX-CoV2373 is Novavax's protein-based COVID-19 vaccine candidate, showing high efficacy against various strains in clinical trials.

What were the efficacy results for NVX-CoV2373?

NVX-CoV2373 demonstrated 96.4% efficacy against the original virus strain and 86.3% against the B.1.1.7 variant.

When did the PREVENT-19 trial for NVX-CoV2373 begin?

The PREVENT-19 trial for NVX-CoV2373 began in December 2020 in the U.S. and Mexico.