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Press Release Communiqué de presse - September 24, 2020 24 September, 2020

Sernova to Present at Virtual BIO Investor Forum

Sernova to deliver corporate update with focus on value-driving events: technology acquisition, licensing and research collaboration

September 24, 2020 9:00 a.m. EDT

LONDON, ONTARIO – September 24, 2020 – Sernova Corp. (TSX-V: SVA) (OTCQB: SEOVF) (FSE: PSH), a clinical-stage regenerative medicine company announced today that Dr. Philip Toleikis, President and CEO will provide a corporate update as part of the Company Presentations at the upcoming BIO Investor Forum Digital international biotech investor conference from October 13-15, 2000. Dr. Toleikis will also be engaged with the BIO One-on-One Partnering meetings.

“Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, we are leveraging the proliferation of the virtual conference format. This virtual conference will enable us to increase the awareness level amongst an expanded base of potential investors and partnering prospects about Sernova’s significant advancements, including first time diabetes clinical trial findings, a technology acquisition for our cell therapy therapeutics platform and local immune protection technology licensing and research collaboration arrangements. The BIO One-on-One Partnering meeting sessions will also enable us to continue discussions and further evaluate opportunities,” said Dr. Philip Toleikis, President and CEO of Sernova.

Sernova’s presentation will be available on-demand to attendees of the BIO Investor Forum Digital conference. For more details on Sernova’s presentation, please visit https://www.bio.org/events/bio-investor-forum- digital/company-presentations.

ABOUT SERNOVA CORP.

Sernova Corp is developing regenerative medicine therapeutic solutions using a medical device (Cell Pouch™) and immune protected therapeutic cells/tissues (i.e. human donor cells, corrected human cells, and stem cell- derived cells) to improve the treatment and quality of life of people with chronic metabolic diseases such as insulin-dependent diabetes, blood disorders including hemophilia, and other diseases treated through cellular production of proteins or hormones missing or in short supply within the body. For more information, please visit www.sernova.com.

ABOUT SERNOVA’S CELL POUCH SYSTEM

The Cell Pouch, as part of the Cell Pouch System, is a novel, proprietary, scalable, implantable macro- encapsulation device solution designed for the long-term survival and function of therapeutic cells. The device, upon implantation, is designed to incorporate with tissue, forming highly vascularized tissue chambers for the transplantation and function of therapeutic cells, which then release proteins, hormones, or other factors as required to treat disease. Sernova is currently conducting a Phase I/II study at the University of Chicago and has demonstrated encouraging early safety and efficacy indicators. The Cell Pouch, in combination with therapeutic cells/tissues, has been shown to provide long-term safety and efficacy in preclinical models of diabetes, hemophilia A and other indications supporting our therapeutics platform.

For further information contact:

Dominic Gray Sernova Corp Tel: (519) 858-5126 dominic.gray@sernova.com www.sernova.com

Forward-Looking Information

This release contains statements that, to the extent they are not recitations of historical facts, may constitute “forward-looking statements” that involve various risks, uncertainties, and assumptions, including, without limitation, statements regarding the prospects, plans, and objectives of the Company. Wherever possible, but not always, words such as "expects", "plans", "anticipates", "believes", "intends", "estimates", "projects", "potential for" and similar expressions, or that events or conditions "will", "would", "may", "could" or "should" occur are used to identify forward-looking statements. These statements reflect management’s beliefs with respect to future events and are based on information currently available to management on the date such statements were made. Many factors could cause Sernova’s actual results, performances or achievements to not be as anticipated, estimated or intended or to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements contained in this news release. Such factors could include, but are not limited to, the Company’s ability to secure additional financing and licensing arrangements on reasonable terms, or at all; ability to conduct all required preclinical and clinical studies for the Company’s Cell Pouch System and/or related technologies, including the timing and results of those trials; ability to obtain all necessary regulatory approvals, or on a timely basis; ability to in-license additional complementary technologies; ability to execute its business strategy and successfully compete in the market; and the inherent risks associated with the development of biotechnology combination products generally. Many of the factors are beyond our control, including those caused by, related to, or impacted by the novel coronavirus pandemic. Investors should consult the Company’s quarterly and annual filings available on www.sedar.com for additional information on risks and uncertainties relating to the forward-looking statements. Sernova expressly disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Press Release Communiqué de presse - September 22, 2020 22 September, 2020

Sernova Closes Oversubscribed Private Placement and Accelerates Development Programs

September 23, 2020 9:00 a.m. EDT

LONDON, ONTARIO – September 23, 2020 – Sernova Corp. ("Sernova" or the "Company") (TSX-V: SVA) (OTCQB: SEOVF) (FSE: PSH) is pleased to announce that it has closed its non-brokered private placement announced on September 9, 2020. The Company received over-subscriptions of $0.7 million, increasing the total amount of the private placement to $3.7 million.

"We are very pleased with the resoundingly positive response and rapid closing to our oversubscribed offering, which included participation by all directors of the Company. The offering will enable us to build further upon our recent momentum, strategically enhancing and solidifying our novel cell therapy platform with the goal to provide a "functional" cure for diabetes and other rare diseases," said Dr. Philip Toleikis, President and CEO of Sernova Corp.

A total of 12,218,333 units were issued in the private placement at $0.30 per unit, with each unit consisting of one common share and one warrant. Each warrant entitles the holder to acquire one common share at a price of $0.35 per share for a period of 24 months, subject to abridgment of the exercise period if the 10-day volume-weighted average price of the Company's shares exceeds $0.50 per share.

The net proceeds of the private placement will be used to accelerate development of the Company's recently acquired cellular local immune protection technology, further its immune-protected diabetes stem cell-derived program and support the Company's US Phase I/II diabetes clinical trial.

The closing is subject to the acceptance of the TSX Venture Exchange. The Company also issued 198,310 warrants and paid a total of $59,493 to qualified finders. All securities issued in connection with the private placement will be subject to a hold period of four months, in accordance with applicable Canadian securities regulations.

This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any of the securities in the United States. The securities have not been and will not be registered under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933 or any state securities laws, and may not be offered or sold in the United States without registration under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933 and all applicable state securities laws, or an applicable exemption from registration requirements.

ABOUT SERNOVA CORP.

Sernova Corp is developing regenerative medicine therapeutic solutions using a medical device (Cell Pouch™) and immune protected therapeutic cells/tissues (i.e. human donor cells, corrected human cells, and stem cell- derived cells) to improve the treatment and quality of life of people with chronic metabolic diseases such as insulin-dependent diabetes, blood disorders including hemophilia, and other diseases treated through cellular production of proteins or hormones missing or in short supply within the body. For more information, please visit www.sernova.com.

ABOUT SERNOVA'S CELL POUCH SYSTEM

The Cell Pouch, as part of the Cell Pouch System, is a novel, proprietary, scalable, implantable macro- encapsulation device solution designed for the long-term survival and function of therapeutic cells. The device, upon implantation, is designed to incorporate with tissue, forming highly vascularized tissue chambers for the transplantation and function of therapeutic cells, which then release proteins, hormones, or other factors as required to treat disease. Sernova is currently conducting a Phase I/II study at the University of Chicago and has demonstrated encouraging early safety and efficacy indicators. The Cell Pouch, in combination with therapeutic cells/tissues, has been shown to provide long-term safety and efficacy in preclinical models of diabetes, hemophilia A and other indications supporting our therapeutics platform.

For further information contact:

Dominic Gray Sernova Corp Tel: (519) 858-5126 dominic.gray@sernova.com www.sernova.com

Forward-Looking Information

This release contains statements that, to the extent they are not recitations of historical facts, may constitute "forward-looking statements" that involve various risks, uncertainties, and assumptions, including, without limitation, statements regarding the prospects, plans, and objectives of the Company. Wherever possible, but not always, words such as "expects", "plans", "anticipates", "believes", "intends", "estimates", "projects", "potential for" and similar expressions, or that events or conditions "will", "would", "may", "could" or "should" occur are used to identify forward-looking statements. These statements reflect management's beliefs with respect to future events and are based on information currently available to management on the date such statements were made. Many factors could cause Sernova's actual results, performances or achievements to not be as anticipated, estimated or intended or to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements contained in this news release. Such factors could include, but are not limited to, the Company's ability to secure additional financing and licensing arrangements on reasonable terms, or at all; ability to conduct all required preclinical and clinical studies for the Company's Cell Pouch System and/or related technologies, including the timing and results of those trials; ability to obtain all necessary regulatory approvals, or on a timely basis; ability to in-license additional complementary technologies; ability to execute its business strategy and successfully compete in the market; and the inherent risks associated with the development of biotechnology combination products generally. Many of the factors are beyond our control, including those caused by, related to, or impacted by the novel coronavirus pandemic. Investors should consult the Company's quarterly and annual filings available on www.sedar.com for additional information on risks and uncertainties relating to the forward-looking statements. Sernova expressly disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Press Release Communiqué de presse - September 10, 2020 10 September, 2020

Sernova to Participate in Cell and Gene Therapies for Chronic Conditions Panel at the Virtual 2020 Cell & Gene Meeting on the Mesa Conference

Sernova to also present Corporate Update as part of Company Presentations

September 10, 2020 9:00 a.m. EDT

LONDON, ONTARIO – September 10, 2020 – Sernova Corp. (TSX-V: SVA) (OTCQB: SEOVF) (FSE: PSH), a clinical-stage regenerative medicine company, announced today that Dr. Philip Toleikis, President and CEO, will be a member of the Cell and Gene Therapies for Chronic Conditions panel at the virtual 2020 Cell & Gene Meeting on the Mesa. The panel session will be available on-demand to attendees as of Thursday, October 15, 2020. Dr. Toleikis will also provide an update on Sernova’s clinical and research programs as part of the 2020 Company Presentations segment of the conference.

The panel will discuss the latest developments in Cell and Gene therapies for chronic conditions and will be moderated by Paul Laikind, Ph.D., President, and CEO of ViaCyte, Inc. In addition to Drs. Toleikis and Laikind, panelists are Pavan Cheruvu, M.D., CEO, Axovant Gene Therapies; Jane Lebkowski, Ph.D., President of R&D, Regenerative Patch Technologies, Inc.; and Emile Nuwaysir, Ph.D., President and CEO, BlueRock Therapeutics. The panel will also participate in one of only two daily Live Streaming Sessions with Questions and Answers from participants on October 13, 2020 from 12:00 – 1:00pm PST.

Sernova’s Corporate Update presentation will be available on-demand to attendees of the Virtual Cell & Gene Meeting on the Mesa throughout the conference. For more details on the panel and Sernova’s presentation, please visit www.meetingonthemesa.com.

ABOUT SERNOVA CORP. Sernova Corp is developing regenerative medicine therapeutic solutions using a medical device (Cell Pouch™) and immune protected therapeutic cells/tissues (i.e. human donor cells, corrected human cells, and stem cell- derived cells) to improve the treatment and quality of life of people with chronic metabolic diseases such as insulin-dependent diabetes, blood disorders including hemophilia, and other diseases treated through cellular production of proteins or hormones missing or in short supply within the body. For more information, please visit www.sernova.com.

ABOUT SERNOVA’S CELL POUCH SYSTEM The Cell Pouch, as part of the Cell Pouch System, is a novel, proprietary, scalable, implantable macro- encapsulation device solution designed for the long-term survival and function of therapeutic cells. The device, upon implantation, is designed to incorporate with tissue, forming highly vascularized tissue chambers for the transplantation and function of therapeutic cells, which then release proteins, hormones, or other factors as required to treat disease. Sernova is currently conducting a Phase I/II study at the University of Chicago and has demonstrated encouraging early safety and efficacy indicators. The Cell Pouch, in combination with therapeutic cells/tissues, has been shown to provide long-term safety and efficacy in preclinical models of diabetes, hemophilia A and other indications supporting our therapeutics platform.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: Dominic Gray Sernova Corp. Tel: (519) 858-5126 dominic.gray@sernova.com www.sernova.com

FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION This release contains statements that, to the extent they are not recitations of historical facts, may constitute “forward-looking statements” that involve various risks, uncertainties, and assumptions, including, without limitation, statements regarding the prospects, plans, and objectives of the Company. Wherever possible, but not always, words such as "expects", "plans", "anticipates", "believes", "intends", "estimates", "projects", "potential for" and similar expressions, or that events or conditions "will", "would", "may", "could" or "should" occur are used to identify forward-looking statements. These statements reflect management’s beliefs with respect to future events and are based on information currently available to management on the date such statements were made. Many factors could cause Sernova’s actual results, performances or achievements to not be as anticipated, estimated or intended or to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements contained in this news release. Such factors could include, but are not limited to, the Company’s ability to secure additional financing and licensing arrangements on reasonable terms, or at all; ability to conduct all required preclinical and clinical studies for the Company’s Cell Pouch System and/or related technologies, including the timing and results of those trials; ability to obtain all necessary regulatory approvals, or on a timely basis; ability to in-license additional complementary technologies; ability to execute its business strategy and successfully compete in the market; and the inherent risks associated with the development of biotechnology combination products generally. Many of the factors are beyond our control, including those caused by, related to, or impacted by the novel coronavirus pandemic. Investors should consult the Company’s quarterly and annual filings available on www.sedar.com for additional information on risks and uncertainties relating to the forward-looking statements. Sernova expressly disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Press Release Communiqué de presse - September 09, 2020 9 September, 2020

Sernova Announces Up to $3 Million Private Placement Financing with a Lead Order of $2 Million

THIS NEWS RELEASE IS NOT INTENDED FOR DISTRIBUTION TO UNITED STATES NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES.

Source: Sernova Corp

September 9, 2020 9:00 a.m. EST

LONDON, ONTARIO – September 9, 2020 – Sernova Corp. (TSX-V: SVA) (OTCQB: SEOVF) (FSE: PSH), a clinical-stage regenerative medicine therapeutics company, is pleased to announce that the Company has secured a $2 million lead order in connection with a proposed non-brokered private placement.

“Strategic investors approached Sernova management following successful achievement of key milestones to provide additional financing to accelerate our recently acquired cellular local immune protection technology to the clinic with the goal to eliminate the need for systemic immune protection medications for cell therapy therapeutic applications as well as further support our U.S. Phase I/II diabetes clinical trial at the University of Chicago,” said Dr. Philip Toleikis, President & CEO Sernova Corp. “The favourable terms of the lead order also reflect investors’ optimism for Sernova’s clinical trial progression.”

Up to 10 million units of the Company would be issued in the private placement at a price of $0.30 per unit for up to $3.0 million. Each unit would consist of one common share and one full warrant. Each warrant would be exercisable into a common share at a price of $0.35 per share for a period of 24 months from the date of issue, subject to abridgment of the exercise period if the 10-day volume-weighted average price of the Company’s shares exceeds $0.50 per share.

Investors qualified under applicable securities laws interested in participating in the private placement may contact the Company (see the contact information provided below). The terms and conditions of any subscription, including qualification criteria under applicable securities laws, will be set out in the subscription agreement for the private placement.

Offering proceeds will be used to accelerate development of our recently acquired cellular local immune protection technology, further our immune-protected diabetes stem cell-derived program and support the Company’s U.S. Phase I/II diabetes clinical trial.

All securities issued in connection with the private placement will be subject to a statutory hold period of four months. Completion of the private placement is subject to the receipt of customary approvals, including approval of the TSX Venture Exchange.

This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any of the securities in the United States. The securities have not been and will not be registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “U.S. Securities Act”) or any state securities laws and may not be offered or sold within the United States unless registered under the U.S. Securities Act and applicable state securities laws or an exemption from such registration is available.

ABOUT SERNOVA CORP.

Sernova Corp is developing regenerative medicine therapeutic solutions using a medical device (Cell Pouch™) and immune protected therapeutic cells/tissues (i.e. human donor cells, corrected human cells, and stem cell- derived cells) to improve the treatment and quality of life of people with chronic metabolic diseases such as insulin-dependent diabetes, blood disorders including hemophilia, and other diseases treated through cellular production of proteins or hormones missing or in short supply within the body. For more information, please visit www.sernova.com.

ABOUT SERNOVA’S CELL POUCH SYSTEM

The Cell Pouch, as part of the Cell Pouch System, is a novel, proprietary, scalable, implantable macro- encapsulation device solution designed for the long-term survival and function of therapeutic cells. The device, upon implantation, is designed to incorporate with tissue, forming highly vascularized tissue chambers for the transplantation and function of therapeutic cells, which then release proteins, hormones, or other factors as required to treat disease. Sernova is currently conducting a Phase I/II study at the University of Chicago and has demonstrated encouraging early safety and efficacy indicators. The Cell Pouch, in combination with therapeutic cells/tissues, has been shown to provide long-term safety and efficacy in preclinical models of diabetes, hemophilia A and other indications supporting our therapeutics platform.

For further information contact:

Dominic Gray Sernova Corp Tel: (519) 858-5126 dominic.gray@sernova.com www.sernova.com

Forward-Looking Information

This release contains statements that, to the extent they are not recitations of historical facts, may constitute “forward-looking statements” that involve various risks, uncertainties, and assumptions, including, without limitation, statements regarding the prospects, plans, and objectives of the Company. Wherever possible, but not always, words such as "expects", "plans", "anticipates", "believes", "intends", "estimates", "projects", "potential for" and similar expressions, or that events or conditions "will", "would", "may", "could" or "should" occur are used to identify forward-looking statements. These statements reflect management’s beliefs with respect to future events and are based on information currently available to management on the date such statements were made. Many factors could cause Sernova’s actual results, performances or achievements to not be as anticipated, estimated or intended or to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements contained in this news release. Such factors could include, but are not limited to, the Company’s ability to secure additional financing and licensing arrangements on reasonable terms, or at all; ability to conduct all required preclinical and clinical studies for the Company’s Cell Pouch System and/or related technologies, including the timing and results of those trials; ability to obtain all necessary regulatory approvals, or on a timely basis; ability to in-license additional complementary technologies; ability to execute its business strategy and successfully compete in the market; and the inherent risks associated with the development of biotechnology combination products generally. Many of the factors are beyond our control, including those caused by, related to, or impacted by the novel coronavirus pandemic. Investors should consult the Company’s quarterly and annual filings available on www.sedar.com for additional information on risks and uncertainties relating to the forward-looking statements. Sernova expressly disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Press Release Communiqué de presse - August 04, 2020 4 August, 2020

Sernova Enters into Exclusive Worldwide License Agreement with University of Miami for Therapeutic Cell Immune Protection Technologies

Sernova expands its intellectual property portfolio and capabilities to develop first-in-class cell therapy solutions for type 1 diabetes and other chronic diseases that eliminate the need for life-long immunosuppression drugs

August 4, 2020 7:00 a.m. EDT

LONDON, ONTARIO – August 4, 2020 – Sernova Corp. (TSX-V:SVA)(OTCQB:SEOVF)(FSE:PSH), a clinical-stage regenerative medicine company developing a ‘functional cure’ for type 1 diabetes and other chronic diseases, announced today it has entered into an exclusive, worldwide license with the University of Miami at Coral Gables, Florida, for the commercial rights to novel conformal coating immune protection technologies. The technologies were developed by Dr. Alice Tomei, Dr. Jeffrey Hubbell, and Aaron Stock (Graduate Student). Dr. Tomei is a leading international expert in immunoprotection and diabetes immunoengineering, of the renowned Diabetes Research Institute (DRI), a designated Center of Excellence at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. Dr. Hubbell is the Eugene Bell Professor of Tissue Engineering at the University of Chicago and leading international researcher in immunoengineering.

This exclusive worldwide license agreement is important to Sernova because it broadens the technology scope of Sernova’s immune protection conformal coating technologies and related intellectual property. Furthermore, it adds to a series of recent strategic acquisitions and collaborations for the Company and builds on our goal of protecting Sernova’s therapeutic cells or tissues transplanted into Sernova’s Cell Pouch™ from a detrimental auto-immune system response while eliminating the need for immunosuppressive drugs in treated patients.

“Sernova is further advancing development of its novel Cell Pouch System™ as a therapeutic platform to provide cell therapy solutions to patients with chronic diseases, such as type 1 diabetes, without the current need for life-long immunosuppressive drugs. We believe, with the addition of local immune protection, our breakthrough technologies will have the potential to significantly expand access to and the availability of therapeutic solutions to millions of people as a ‘functional cure’ for the chronic diseases from which they are suffering,” said Dr. Philip Toleikis, President and CEO of Sernova Corp.

Dr. Toleikis continued, “As we continue to advance our first-in-class technologies, we have diligently selected complementary technologies developed by recognized experts in the field such as those by Dr. Tomei and colleagues to add to our Cell Pouch™ platform. With the continued expansion of our regenerative medicine therapeutics platform, we are positioning the Company at the forefront in the development of safe, functional regenerative medicine therapeutics.”

Dr. Alice Tomei, the Director of the Islet Immunoengineering Laboratory at DRI stated, “Following my postdoctoral training in Dr. Hubbell’s laboratory at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, Switzerland, I joined the University of Miami where I have focussed my academic career in the pursuit and development of novel cellular immune protection technologies to advance the field of cell therapy. With Sernova’s goal of a ‘functional cure’ for diabetes, supported by its positive preclinical and more recent, emerging clinical safety and efficacy data from the University Chicago clinical trial, I am excited to contribute to the addition of local immune protection technologies provided by conformal coatings as the next important step towards this ultimate goal.”

ABOUT SERNOVA CORP. Sernova Corp is developing regenerative medicine therapeutic solutions using a medical device (Cell Pouch™) and immune protected therapeutic cells/tissues (i.e., human donor cells, corrected human cells and stem cell- derived cells) to improve the treatment and quality of life of people with chronic metabolic diseases such as insulin-dependent diabetes, blood disorders including hemophilia, and other diseases treated through cellular production of proteins or hormones missing or in short supply within the body. For more information, please visit www.sernova.com.

ABOUT SERNOVA’S CELL POUCH™ SYSTEM The Cell Pouch™, as part of the Cell Pouch™ System, is a novel, proprietary, scalable, implantable macro- encapsulation device solution designed for the long-term survival and function of therapeutic cells. The device upon implantation is designed to incorporate with tissue, forming highly vascularized tissue chambers for the transplantation and function of therapeutic cells, which then release proteins and hormones as required to treat disease. The Cell Pouch™, along with therapeutic cells, has been shown to provide long-term safety and efficacy in small and large animal models of diabetes and has been proven to provide a biologically compatible environment for insulin-producing cells in humans in a Canadian first-in-human study. Sernova is currently conducting a Phase I/II study at the University of Chicago.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: Dominic Gray Sernova Corp. Tel: (519) 858-5126 dominic.gray@sernova.com www.sernova.com

FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION This release contains statements that, to the extent they are not recitations of historical facts, may constitute “forward-looking statements” that involve various risks, uncertainties, and assumptions, including, without limitation, statements regarding the prospects, plans, and objectives of the Company. Wherever possible, but not always, words such as "expects", "plans", "anticipates", "believes", "intends", "estimates", "projects", "potential for" and similar expressions, or that events or conditions "will", "would", "may", "could" or "should" occur are used to identify forward-looking statements. These statements reflect management’s beliefs with respect to future events and are based on information currently available to management on the date such statements were made. Many factors could cause Sernova’s actual results, performances or achievements to not be as anticipated, estimated or intended or to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements contained in this news release. Such factors could include, but are not limited to, the Company’s ability to secure additional financing and licensing arrangements on reasonable terms, or at all; ability to conduct all required preclinical and clinical studies for the Company’s Cell Pouch System and/or related technologies, including the timing and results of those trials; ability to obtain all necessary regulatory approvals, or on a timely basis; ability to in-license additional complementary technologies; ability to execute its business strategy and successfully compete in the market; and the inherent risks associated with the development of biotechnology combination products generally. Many of the factors are beyond our control, including those caused by, related to, or impacted by the novel coronavirus pandemic. Investors should consult the Company’s quarterly and annual filings available on www.sedar.com for additional information on risks and uncertainties relating to the forward-looking statements. Sernova expressly disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Press Release Communiqué de presse - July 16, 2020 16 July, 2020

Dr. Anke M. Schulte Joins Sernova Global Advisory Board

Veteran Pharmaceutical Executive in Regenerative Medicine Therapeutics to Contribute Corporate Development/ Strategic Expertise to Sernova

July 16, 2020 9:00 a.m. EDT

LONDON, ONTARIO – July 16, 2020 – Sernova Corp. (TSX-V:SVA)(OTCQB:SEOVF)(FSE:PSH), a clinical- stage regenerative medicine company, announced today the creation of a Global Advisory Board, and the addition to the advisory board of Dr. Anke M. Schulte. Dr. Schulte is an internationally acclaimed expert in diabetes and cell therapy regenerative medicine and a 19-year veteran of Sanofi, a global pharmaceutical leader.

Sernova Global Advisory Board members will provide knowledge, experience and strategic insights to support the continued development and future commercialization of Sernova’s novel regenerative medicine cell therapy therapeutics platform. They will also provide advice on our clinical development programs, expansion plans for the Company, acquisition of additional technologies, as well as pharma collaborations and partnering. Said Dr. Philip Toleikis, President and CEO of Sernova, “Through years of scientific teamwork, persistence and dedication, the Sernova team has developed, refined and systematically de-risked our cell therapy therapeutics platform by generating strong preclinical data and an expanding confirmatory human clinical data set for our implantable Cell Pouch™ device and immune protected cell technologies. We believe the new Global Advisory Board, which will include international experts who are visionary leaders, will help us in transforming the promise and potential of our platform into a ‘functional cure’ for a number of serious chronic diseases.”

Toleikis added, “As its inaugural member, Dr. Schulte brings an impressive career of excellence in innovation, experience and passion in the field, and importantly has witnessed the potential of Sernova’s diabetes technologies. Dr. Schulte’s 19 years of experience in progressive positions at Sanofi, in islet biology and in the regenerative medicine cell therapy field will be invaluable in contributing to our strategic decision making as we continue to advance our technologies to commercialization.”

“In the capacity of regenerative medicine lead with Sanofi, overseeing Type 1 diabetes-related collaborations and partnering, I have been closely following the preclinical and clinical advancements of Sernova’s novel cell therapy technology platform approach for a number of years. I am honored and thrilled to join Sernova’s Global Advisory Board as I believe Sernova is on the precipice of a ‘functional cure’ for several disease indications. I look forward to serving in this important and exciting new role while working alongside talented individuals and providing my expertise as these regenerative medicine products are commercialized,” remarked Dr. Anke M. Schulte.

Dr. Schulte’s recent career highlights and achievements at Sanofi:

• Scientific Project Lead of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) Collaborations within the Diabetes R&D unit • Leader of a Beta Cell Development Collaboration with Evotec A.G. • Project Head of the Sanofi Beta Cell Replacement Therapy program • Project Leader of the Innovative Medicines Initiative IMI2 private public partnership INNODIA: “Translational approaches to disease modifying therapy of type 1 diabetes: an innovative approach towards understanding and arresting type 1 diabetes” • Head of the Islet Biology Cluster within the Diabetes R&D unit responsible for the development of novel innovative treatment modalities, including cell therapy

Dr. Schulte earned her PhD in Biochemistry at the Technical University of Darmstadt, Department of Chemistry, and was a Postdoctoral Fellow at Georgetown University. She joined Georgetown University, Department of Pharmacology Research Faculty and was then appointed Assistant Professor at the Lombardi Cancer Center at Georgetown University. In addition to being a pharmaceutical executive, Dr. Schulte is a scholar in her own right with over 30 peer reviewed top tier scientific publications/book chapters and has presented multiple peer reviewed presentations at international scientific symposia and conferences.

ABOUT SERNOVA CORP. Sernova Corp is developing regenerative medicine therapeutic technologies using a medical device and immune protected therapeutic cells (i.e., human donor cells, corrected human cells and stem cell-derived cells) to improve the treatment and quality of life of people with chronic metabolic diseases such as insulin-dependent diabetes, blood disorders including hemophilia, and other diseases treated through replacement of proteins or hormones missing or in short supply within the body. For more information, please visit www.sernova.com.

ABOUT SERNOVA’S CELL POUCH SYSTEM The Cell Pouch, as part of the Cell Pouch System, is a novel, proprietary, scalable, implantable macro- encapsulation device solution designed for the long-term survival and function of therapeutic cells. The device upon implantation is designed to incorporate with tissue, forming highly vascularized tissue chambers for the transplantation and function of therapeutic cells, which then release proteins and hormones as required to treat disease. The Cell Pouch, along with therapeutic cells, has been shown to provide long-term safety and efficacy in small and large animal models of diabetes and has been proven to provide a biologically compatible environment for insulin-producing cells in humans in a Canadian first-in-human study. Sernova is currently conducting a Phase I/II study at the University of Chicago.

ABOUT SERNOVA’S CLINICAL TRIAL Sernova is conducting a Phase I/II non-randomized, unblinded, single-arm, company-sponsored trial at the University of Chicago to assess the safety and tolerability of islet transplantation into the company’s patented Cell Pouch in diabetic subjects with hypoglycemia unawareness. The secondary objective is to assess efficacy through a series of defined measures. Patients enrolled in Sernova’s clinical trial are incapable of producing c-peptide, a biomarker for insulin produced by islet cells. Eligible subjects are implanted with Cell Pouches. Following the development of vascularized tissue chambers within the Cell Pouch, subjects are then stabilized on immunosuppression, and a dose of purified islets, under strict release criteria, are transplanted into the Cell Pouch. A sentinel pouch is removed for an early assessment of the islet transplant. Subjects are followed for additional safety and efficacy measures for approximately six months. At this point, a decision is made regarding the transplant of a second islet dose with subsequent safety and efficacy follow up. Patients are then further followed for one year to assess longer-term safety and efficacy. For more information on this clinical trial, please visit www.clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT03513939. For more information on enrollment and recruitment details, please visit www.pwitkowski.org/sernova. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: Dominic Gray Sernova Corp. Tel: (519) 858-5126 dominic.gray@sernova.com www.sernova.com

FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION This release contains statements that, to the extent they are not recitations of historical facts, may constitute “forward-looking statements” that involve various risks, uncertainties, and assumptions, including, without limitation, statements regarding the prospects, plans, and objectives of the company. Wherever possible, but not always, words such as "expects", "plans", "anticipates", "believes", "intends", "estimates", "projects", "potential for" and similar expressions, or that events or conditions "will", "would", "may", "could" or "should" occur are used to identify forward-looking statements. These statements reflect management’s beliefs with respect to future events and are based on information currently available to management on the date such statements were made. Many factors could cause Sernova’s actual results, performances or achievements to not be as anticipated, estimated or intended or to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements contained in this news release. Such factors could include, but are not limited to, the company’s ability to secure additional financing and licensing arrangements on reasonable terms, or at all; ability to conduct all required preclinical and clinical studies for the company’s Cell Pouch System and/or related technologies, including the timing and results of those trials; ability to obtain all necessary regulatory approvals, or on a timely basis; ability to in-license additional complementary technologies; ability to execute its business strategy and successfully compete in the market; and the inherent risks associated with the development of biotechnology combination products generally. Many of the factors are beyond our control, including those caused by, related to, or impacted by the novel coronavirus pandemic. Investors should consult the company’s quarterly and annual filings available on www.sedar.com for additional information on risks and uncertainties relating to the forward-looking statements. Sernova expressly disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Press Release Communiqué de presse - June 18, 2020 18 June, 2020

Sernova Highlights Positive Results Presented at the American Diabetes Association s Virtual 80th Scientific Sessions

June 18, 2020 9:00 a.m. EDT

LONDON, ONTARIO – June 18, 2020 – Ontario – June 18, 2020 -- Sernova Corp. (TSX-V: SVA)(OTCQB: SEOVF)(FSE: PSH), a clinical-stage regenerative medicine therapeutics company, highlights positive results from its submitted abstract entitled “Clinical Validation of the Implanted Pre-Vascularized Cell Pouch™ as a Viable, Safe Site for Diabetes Cell Therapy,” selected for presentation at the American Diabetes Association’s (ADA) 80th Scientific Sessions held virtually June 12-16, 2020.

“Sernova was honored that its abstract was selected under peer review to be presented at the prestigious ADA Scientific Sessions. The findings reported in diabetic patients, demonstrate that human donor islets transplanted into Sernova’s Cell Pouch consistently demonstrate islet survival and the ability to produce the array of hormones required to treat diabetes,” said Dr. Philip Toleikis, President and CEO of Sernova.

The following provides the background of our scientific presentation:

• Cellular transplantation therapy has the potential to treat severe, chronic diseases such as Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). The transplantation site and device approach are major factors influencing successful clinical outcomes; • With new cell-based emerging technologies, there continues to be a need to find a safe, retrievable, biologically compatible device for cellular transplantation and we believe Sernova’s Cell Pouch System may provide such a solution;

• The transplantation of insulin-producing islets is a cellular replacement therapy for severe T1D in patients who experience life-threatening severe hypoglycemia unawareness events;

• In this clinical indication, Sernova has conducted a physician sponsored first-in-human study in Canada and currently has an ongoing company-sponsored Phase I/II human clinical study at the University of Chicago. In both clinical studies, patients with T1D were implanted with both sentinel (small devices removed to assess cell survival) and larger therapeutic devices, anywhere between 1 to 6 months;

• After being placed on immunosuppression, islets were isolated from donor pancreata and transplanted into patients within the device chambers. When possible, a pre-transplant sample of islets was saved for comparison to post-explant Cell Pouch islets; and

• Cell Pouches were explanted from patients, anywhere between 14-90 days post-transplant. The Cell Pouches were prepared, and sections were stained and imaged, and then reviewed by an independent clinical pathologist to assess the transplanted tissue for micro-vessel formation and vascularization; the presence of islets with insulin, C-peptide, and other endocrine hormones (such as glucagon and somatostatin); and exocrine tissue (such as pancreatic ductal tissue).

The data presented clinically demonstrate that the vascularized Cell Pouch provides a consistently safe and biologically suitable, retrievable environment for the transplantation and survival of functional islets. Specific findings based on a detailed histopathological analysis of nine Sernova Cell Pouches explanted from patients with T1D diabetes include:

• Explanted Cell Pouches show abundant, viable, organized islet cells intimately associated with blood vessels within a natural collagen matrix following transplantation without obvious rejection or infection;

o 100% showed present or abundant blood vessels;

o 89% showed present or abundant insulin;

o 78% showed present or abundant endocrine cells;

o 100% showed present or abundant ductal tissue;

• Islet cells required to control diabetes within the Cell Pouches consistently express insulin and other endocrine hormones, such as glucagon, somatostatin, and C-peptide, when identified histologically;

• Pre-transplant islet samples that show strongly expressed insulin, as well as other endocrine markers, were similarly identified in the explanted Cell Pouches following transplant; and

• The amount of islet/exocrine tissue within pre-transplanted samples was similar to that found in the Cell Pouch following transplantation.

In summary, the transplanted samples, when explanted and examined, demonstrate healthy, surviving islets with multiple cell types within the islets capable of producing the hormones that control blood sugar levels when housed in the vascularized tissue matrix of the Cell Pouch. Exocrine ductal tissue, when transplanted, also survived. The findings demonstrate the pre-transplant samples are consistent with the histology observed upon explantation of the Cell Pouch at different time points. These clinical findings demonstrate that the Cell Pouch is a viable, safe site for diabetes cell therapy.

Dr. Toleikis said, “The positive results reported in patients in this diabetes indication, implanted with Sernova’s Cell Pouch and transplanted with islets, continue to validate our Cell Pouch System cell therapy therapeutics approach. Within the emerging cell therapy field, Sernova, with its advancing cell therapies including locally immune protected stem cell-derived cells, continues to position itself as a leader in the development of a ‘functional cure’ for all patients with diabetes and other chronic diseases.“

A recording of Sernova’s ADA Scientific Session presentation is available at www.sernova.com/updates.

ABOUT SERNOVA’S CLINICAL TRIAL Sernova is conducting a Phase I/II non-randomized, unblinded, single-arm, company-sponsored trial at the University of Chicago to assess the safety and tolerability of islet transplantation into the company’s patented Cell Pouch in diabetic subjects with hypoglycemia unawareness. The secondary objective is to assess efficacy through a series of defined measures. Patients enrolled in Sernova’s clinical trial are incapable of producing c- peptide, a biomarker for insulin produced by islet cells.

Eligible subjects are implanted with Cell Pouches. Following the development of vascularized tissue chambers within the Cell Pouch, subjects are then stabilized on immunosuppression, and a dose of purified islets, under strict release criteria, are transplanted into the Cell Pouch.

A sentinel pouch is removed for an early assessment of the islet transplant. Subjects are followed for additional safety and efficacy measures for approximately six months. At this point, a decision is made with regard to the transplant of a second islet dose with subsequent safety and efficacy follow up. Patients are then further followed for one year to assess longer-term safety and efficacy.

For more information on this clinical trial, please visit www.clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT03513939. For more information on enrollment and recruitment details, please visit www.pwitkowski.org/sernova.

ABOUT SERNOVA’S CELL POUCH SYSTEM

The Cell Pouch, as part of the Cell Pouch System, is a novel, proprietary, scalable, implantable macro- encapsulation device solution designed for the long-term survival and function of therapeutic cells. The device upon implantation is designed to incorporate with tissue, forming highly vascularized tissue chambers for the transplantation and function of therapeutic cells, which then release proteins and hormones as required to treat disease. The Cell Pouch, along with therapeutic cells, has been shown to provide long-term safety and efficacy in small and large animal models of diabetes and has been proven to provide a biologically compatible environment for insulin-producing cells in humans in a Canadian first-in-human study. Sernova is currently conducting a Phase I/II study at the University of Chicago.

ABOUT SERNOVA CORP.

Sernova Corp is developing regenerative medicine therapeutic technologies using a medical device and immune protected therapeutic cells (i.e., human donor cells, corrected human cells and stem cell-derived cells) to improve the treatment and quality of life of people with chronic metabolic diseases such as insulin-dependent diabetes, blood disorders including hemophilia, and other diseases treated through replacement of proteins or hormones missing or in short supply within the body. For more information, please visit www.sernova.com.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: Dominic Gray Sernova Corp. Tel: (519) 858-5126 dominic.gray@sernova.com www.sernova.com

FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION

This release contains statements that, to the extent they are not recitations of historical facts, may constitute “forward-looking statements” that involve various risks, uncertainties, and assumptions, including, without limitation, statements regarding the prospects, plans, and objectives of the company. Wherever possible, but not always, words such as "expects", "plans", "anticipates", "believes", "intends", "estimates", "projects", "potential for" and similar expressions, or that events or conditions "will", "would", "may", "could" or "should" occur are used to identify forward-looking statements. These statements reflect management’s beliefs with respect to future events and are based on information currently available to management on the date such statements were made. Many factors could cause Sernova’s actual results, performances or achievements to not be as anticipated, estimated or intended or to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements contained in this news release. Such factors could include, but are not limited to, the company’s ability to secure additional financing and licensing arrangements on reasonable terms, or at all; ability to conduct all required preclinical and clinical studies for the company’s Cell Pouch System and/or related technologies, including the timing and results of those trials; ability to obtain all necessary regulatory approvals, or on a timely basis; ability to in-license additional complementary technologies; ability to execute its business strategy and successfully compete in the market; and the inherent risks associated with the development of biotechnology combination products generally. Many of the factors are beyond our control, including those caused by, related to, or impacted by the novel coronavirus pandemic. Investors should consult the company’s quarterly and annual filings available on www.sedar.com for additional information on risks and uncertainties relating to the forward-looking statements. Sernova expressly disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Press Release Communiqué de presse - June 15, 2020 15 June, 2020

Sernova Completes Acquisition of Cellular Local Immune Protection Technology

June 15, 2020 9:00 a.m. EDT

LONDON, ONTARIO – June 15, 2020 – Sernova Corp. (TSX-V:SVA)(OTCQB:SEOVF)(FSE:PSH), a clinical- stage regenerative medicine therapeutics company, is pleased to announce it has completed the acquisition of cellular local immune protection technology from Converge Biotech, Inc. (“Converge”).

“This acquisition is a strategic accelerator for expansion of Sernova’s total regenerative medicine cell therapy therapeutics platform,” stated Dr. Philip Toleikis, Sernova’s President and Chief Executive Officer. “Local immune protection technologies to cloak therapeutic cells have the potential to protect cells from immune system attack within Sernova’s Cell Pouch™ through different and independent mechanisms to eliminate the need for life-long immunosuppression medications.”

Pursuant to the asset acquisition, Sernova acquired all intellectual property associated with Converge’s conformal coating cell encapsulation technology (“Conformal Coating Technology”), including issued patents, patent applications, and know-how.

ABOUT SERNOVA’S CONFORMAL COATING TECHNOLOGY The Conformal Coating Technology consists of a thin proprietary coating layer that effectively cloaks coated therapeutic cells to protect them from an auto-response attack by one’s own immune system post cell transplantation into the body.

The advantages and potential benefits of this novel cell encapsulating technology are as follows:

• provides protection of therapeutic cells from immune system attack locally within Sernova’s Cell Pouch, potentially avoiding the need for life-long immunosuppression medications, that are currently required after cell transplantation;

• enables intimate contact of therapeutic cells with the vascularized tissue matrix of the Cell Pouch improving essential physiological interactions of the cells for survival and function, unlike other micro and macro-encapsulation technologies;

• improves the diffusion of small molecules and biomolecules (i.e., glucose, insulin, and other proteins or hormones), providing a physiological glucose-stimulated insulin response without delay that occurs with other encapsulation technologies; and

• with improved diffusion of biomolecules, may require a smaller load of therapeutic cells to achieve the desired therapeutic effect in comparison to standard microcapsules.

Sernova has also completed its announced $1,000,000 unsecured convertible debenture financing, with the proceeds used to fund the Conformal Coating Technology acquisition. The debenture is repayable on December 9, 2022, unless earlier converted or redeemed, and carries an 8% interest rate. The Company also issued 3,000,000 non-transferable share purchase warrants, each warrant being exercisable into one common share at a price of $0.20 per share up to December 9, 2022. The debenture holder will have the right to convert the principal amount of the debenture into common shares of Sernova at a conversion price of $0.25 per share. The debenture and warrants are subject to a four-month hold period under securities regulations.

Neither the debenture or warrants have been or will be registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “U.S. Securities Act”), or any state securities laws and such securities may therefore not be offered or sold in the United States or to or for the account or benefit of a person in the United States or a U.S. Person (as defined in Regulation S of the U.S. Securities Act) absent registration or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements of the U.S. Securities Act and applicable U.S. state securities laws. This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy nor shall there be any sale of the debenture units in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful.

ABOUT SERNOVA’S CELL POUCH SYSTEM The Cell Pouch, as part of the Cell Pouch System, is a novel, proprietary, scalable, implantable macro- encapsulation device solution designed for the long-term survival and function of therapeutic cells. The device upon implantation is designed to incorporate with tissue, forming highly vascularized tissue chambers for the transplantation and function of therapeutic cells, which then release proteins and hormones as required to treat disease. The Cell Pouch, along with therapeutic cells, has been shown to provide long-term safety and efficacy in small and large animal models of diabetes and has been proven to provide a biologically compatible environment for insulin-producing cells in humans.

ABOUT SERNOVA CORP. Sernova Corp is developing regenerative medicine therapeutic technologies using a medical device and immune protected therapeutic cells (i.e., human donor cells, corrected human cells and stem-cell-derived cells) to improve the treatment and quality of life of people with chronic metabolic diseases such as insulin- dependent diabetes, blood disorders including hemophilia, and other diseases treated through replacement of proteins or hormones missing or in short supply within the body. For more information, please visit www.sernova.com

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: Dominic Gray Sernova Corp Tel: (519) 858-5126 dominic.gray@sernova.com www.sernova.com

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION This news release contains forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are statements that are not historical facts and are generally, but not always, identified by the words “expects”, “plans”, “anticipates”, “believes”, “intends”, “estimates”, “projects”, “potential” and similar expressions, or that events or conditions “will”, “would”, “may”, “could” or “should” occur. Although Sernova believes the expectations expressed in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, such statements are not guarantees of future performance, and actual results may differ materially from those in forward-looking statements. While Sernova considers these assumptions to be reasonable, these assumptions are inherently subject to significant scientific, business, economic, competitive, market and social uncertainties and contingencies. Additionally, there are known and unknown risk factors that could cause Sernova’s actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements contained in this press release.

Forward-looking statements are based on the beliefs, estimates, and opinions of Sernova’s management on the date such statements were made, which include our beliefs about the effect on company operations and capital markets of events related to the COVID-19 pandemic, the conduct and outcome of discussions with strategic partners, and expected progress in preclinical programs, clinical trials and technology development. Sernova expressly disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Press Release Communiqué de presse - June 08, 2020 8 June, 2020

Sernova to Acquire Cellular Local Immune Protection Technology Accelerating Expansion of its Regenerative Medicine Therapeutics Platform

June 8, 2020 8:00 a.m. EDT

LONDON, ONTARIO – June 8, 2020 – Sernova Corp. (TSX-V:SVA)(OTCQB:SEOVF)(FSE:PSH), a clinical-stage regenerative medicine therapeutics company, announced today its acquisition of an innovative cellular immune protection technology. This acquisition represents a strategic accelerator for expansion of Sernova’s total regenerative medicine cell therapy therapeutics platform.

Said Dr. Philip Toleikis, President and CEO Sernova Corp., “This is a game-changer for Sernova. We have strategically focused on adding local immune protection technologies to our portfolio as they represent the last essential pillar for our cell therapy therapeutics platform. This technology acquisition, in addition to our recently announced collaboration with AgeX Therapeutics, Inc. to use their UniverCyte™ gene-editing technology to protect cells, positions Sernova with multiple potential approaches to guard therapeutic cells within our Cell Pouch against host immune-response across multiple clinical applications.”

Pursuant to an asset purchase agreement with Converge Biotech, Inc. (“Converge”), Sernova is acquiring all intellectual property associated with Converge’s conformal coating cell encapsulation technology (“Conformal Coating Technology”), including issued patents, patent applications, and know-how. The transaction is expected to close by June 11, 2020.

“Conformal coating technology could be very synergistic with the Sernova Cell Pouch, as it could confer protection from the immune attack, decreasing or eliminating the need for immunosuppressive drugs. The minimal volume of the conformal capsules makes it possible to include immuno-protected insulin-producing cells in the Sernova Cell Pouch. If the combination of these technologies proves successful, it will represent an important step towards elimination of the need for immunosuppressive medications, bringing a functional cure closer to reality for patients suffering from this debilitating disease,” said Dr. Camillo Ricordi, Stacy Joy Goodman Professor of Surgery and Chief, Division of Cellular Transplantation, Distinguished Professor of Medicine, Professor of Biomedical Engineering, Microbiology and Immunology and Director, Diabetes Research Institute and Cell Transplant Center. The Diabetes Research Institute (DRI) is a designated Center of Excellence at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.

Why is the Conformal Coating Technology Important?

The Conformal Coating Technology consists of a thin proprietary coating layer that effectively cloaks coated therapeutic cells to protect them from an auto-response attack by one’s own immune system post cell transplantation into the body.

The advantages and potential benefits of this cell encapsulating technology are as follows: • provides protection of the therapeutic cells from immune system attack locally within the Cell Pouch chambers potentially avoiding the need for life-long immunosuppression medications, that are typically required after cell transplantation; • enables close contact of the transplanted therapeutic cells with the vascularized tissue matrix within the Cell Pouch to enable closer interactions unlike standard microencapsulation technologies in which the capsules are significantly larger than the cells limiting required tissue interactions; • improves the diffusion of small molecules and biomolecules (i.e., glucose, insulin, and other proteins or hormones), providing a physiological glucose-stimulated insulin response without delay that occurs with other encapsulation technologies; and • due to the improved diffusion of biomolecules, it may require a smaller load of therapeutic cells to achieve the desired therapeutic effect in comparison to standard microcapsules.

Local immune protection technologies to cloak cells, such as the Conformal Coating Technology and the UniverCyte™ gene technology, have the potential to protect cells from immune system attack within Sernova’s Cell Pouch through different and independent mechanisms.

“The potential to eliminate antirejection medications with these complementary technologies to our proprietary Cell Pouch, both for human donor and stem cell-derived cells, will enable us to increase patient safety and quality of life, and significantly expand the number of treatable patients suffering from chronic diseases. With extensive preclinical studies already conducted at DRI, we look forward to the possibility of advancing this local immune protection technology into human trials following successful preclinical proof-of-concept testing. We believe that this could accelerate Sernova’s opportunity to be first-to-market to provide a functional cure to the many diabetic patients worldwide. Our vision is to bring a new standard of care approach for chronic debilitating diseases to the healthcare landscape,” said Dr. Philip Toleikis.

Acquisition Funding To fund the Conformal Coating Technology acquisition, Sernova will issue to a strategic investor a $1,000,000 convertible debenture that is unsecured, repayable in 30 months (unless earlier converted or redeemed), and carries an 8% interest rate (the “Debenture”). The Company will also issue 3,000,000 non-transferable share purchase warrants (the “Warrants”) to the strategic investor, each Warrant being exercisable into one common share at a price of $0.20 per share for 30 months. The Debenture holder will have the right to convert the principal amount of the Debenture into common shares of Sernova at a conversion price of $0.25 per share. “Securing the debenture financing commitment on these favorable terms when Sernova’s Covid-19 impacted shares were trading in the range of $0.13-0.15 was strategic to reduce our cost of capital and minimize both dilution and any impact on existing cash resources,” said David Swetlow, Sernova’s CFO.

Neither the Debenture or Warrants have been or will be registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “U.S. Securities Act”), or any state securities laws and such securities may therefore not be offered or sold in the United States or to or for the account or benefit of a person in the United States or a U.S. Person (as defined in Regulation S of the U.S. Securities Act) absent registration or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements of the U.S. Securities Act and applicable U.S. state securities laws. This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy nor shall there be any sale of the debenture units in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful.

ABOUT SERNOVA’S CELL POUCH SYSTEM The Cell Pouch, as part of the Cell Pouch System, is a novel, proprietary, scalable, implantable macro- encapsulation device solution designed for the long-term survival and function of therapeutic cells. The device upon implantation is designed to incorporate with tissue, forming highly vascularized tissue chambers for the transplantation and function of therapeutic cells, which then release proteins and hormones as required to treat disease. The Cell Pouch, along with therapeutic cells, has been shown to provide long-term safety and efficacy in small and large animal models of diabetes and has been proven to provide a biologically compatible environment for insulin-producing cells in humans.

ABOUT SERNOVA CORP. Sernova Corp is developing regenerative medicine therapeutic technologies using a medical device and immune protected therapeutic cells (i.e., human donor cells, corrected human cells and stem-cell-derived cells) to improve the treatment and quality of life of people with chronic metabolic diseases such as insulin-dependent diabetes, blood disorders including hemophilia, and other diseases treated through replacement of proteins or hormones missing or in short supply within the body. For more information, please visit www.sernova.com

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: Dominic Gray Sernova Corp Tel: (519) 858-5126 dominic.gray@sernova.com www.sernova.com

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION This news release contains forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are statements that are not historical facts and are generally, but not always, identified by the words “expects”, “plans”, “anticipates”, “believes”, “intends”, “estimates”, “projects”, “potential” and similar expressions, or that events or conditions “will”, “would”, “may”, “could” or “should” occur, and include statements about the closing of the Conformal Coating Technology acquisition and the Debenture issuance and funding. Although Sernova believes the expectations expressed in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, such statements are not guarantees of future performance, and actual results may differ materially from those in forward-looking statements. While Sernova considers these assumptions to be reasonable, these assumptions are inherently subject to significant scientific, business, economic, competitive, market and social uncertainties and contingencies. Additionally, there are known and unknown risk factors that could cause Sernova’s actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements contained in this press release.

Forward-looking statements are based on the beliefs, estimates, and opinions of Sernova’s management on the date such statements were made, which include our beliefs about the effect on company operations and capital markets of events related to the COVID-19 pandemic, the conduct and outcome of discussions with strategic partners, and expected progress in preclinical programs and clinical trials. Sernova expressly disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Press Release Communiqué de presse - June 03, 2020 3 June, 2020

Sernova to Present Clinical Validation of the Cell Pouch as a Viable, Safe Site for Diabetes Cell Therapy at the American Diabetes Association Virtual 80th Scientific Sessions

LONDON, ONTARIO – June 3, 2020 – Sernova Corp. (TSX-V:SVA)(OTCQB:SEOVF)(FSE:PSH), a clinical-stage regenerative medicine therapeutics company, is pleased to announce that its submitted abstract entitled “Clinical Validation of the Implanted Pre-Vascularized Cell Pouch as a Viable, Safe Site for Diabetes Cell Therapy” has been selected for presentation at the upcoming American Diabetes Association’s (ADA) Virtual 80th Scientific Sessions to be held June 12-16, 2020. Sernova’s presentation (ePoster 205-LB) will be available to conference attendees beginning June 13, 2020, at 11:00 am EDT.

“We are pleased to have the opportunity to present these scientific results at the ADA’s Virtual 80th Scientific Sessions,“ said Dr. Philip Toleikis, President and CEO of Sernova.

All information contained in the submitted abstract should be considered preliminary and subject to change until the study is fully presented at the 80th Scientific Sessions. All information is subject to embargo until June 13, 2020, at 11:00 am EDT.

ABOUT SERNOVA’S CLINICAL TRIAL Sernova is conducting a Phase I/II non-randomized, unblinded, single-arm, company-sponsored trial at the University of Chicago to assess the safety and tolerability of islet transplantation into the company’s patented Cell Pouch in diabetic subjects with hypoglycemia unawareness. The secondary objective is to assess efficacy through a series of defined measures. Patients enrolled in Sernova’s clinical trial are incapable of producing c- peptide, a biomarker for insulin produced by islet cells.

Eligible subjects are implanted with Cell Pouches. Following the development of vascularized tissue chambers within the Cell Pouch, subjects are then stabilized on immunosuppression, and a dose of purified islets, under strict release criteria, are transplanted into the Cell Pouch.

A sentinel pouch is removed for an early assessment of the islet transplant. Subjects are followed for additional safety and efficacy measures for approximately six months. At this point, a decision is made with regard to the transplant of a second islet dose with subsequent safety and efficacy follow up. Patients are then further followed for one year to assess longer-term safety and efficacy.

For more information on this clinical trial, please visit www.clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT03513939. For more information on enrollment and recruitment details please visit www.pwitkowski.org/sernova.

ABOUT SERNOVA’S CELL POUCH SYSTEM The Cell Pouch, as part of the Cell Pouch System, is a novel, proprietary, scalable, implantable macro- encapsulation device solution designed for the long-term survival and function of therapeutic cells. The device upon implantation is designed to incorporate with tissue, forming highly vascularized tissue chambers for the transplantation and function of therapeutic cells, which then release proteins and hormones as required to treat disease. The Cell Pouch, along with therapeutic cells, has been shown to provide long-term safety and efficacy in small and large animal models of diabetes and has been proven to provide a biologically compatible environment for insulin-producing cells in humans in a Canadian first-in-human study. Sernova is currently conducting a Phase I/II study at the University of Chicago.

ABOUT SERNOVA CORP. Sernova Corp is developing regenerative medicine therapeutic technologies using a medical device and immune protected therapeutic cells (i.e., human donor cells, corrected human cells and stem cell-derived cells) to improve the treatment and quality of life of people with chronic metabolic diseases such as insulin-dependent diabetes, blood disorders including hemophilia, and other diseases treated through replacement of proteins or hormones missing or in short supply within the body. For more information, please visit www.sernova.com.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: Dominic Gray Sernova Corp. Tel: (519) 858-5126 dominic.gray@sernova.com www.sernova.com

FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION This release contains statements that, to the extent they are not recitations of historical facts, may constitute “forward-looking statements” that involve various risks, uncertainties, and assumptions, including, without limitation, statements regarding the prospects, plans, and objectives of the company. Wherever possible, but not always, words such as "expects", "plans", "anticipates", "believes", "intends", "estimates", "projects", "potential for" and similar expressions, or that events or conditions "will", "would", "may", "could" or "should" occur are used to identify forward-looking statements. These statements reflect management’s beliefs with respect to future events and are based on information currently available to management on the date such statements were made. Many factors could cause Sernova’s actual results, performances or achievements to not be as anticipated, estimated or intended or to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements contained in this news release. Such factors could include, but are not limited to, the company’s ability to secure additional financing and licensing arrangements on reasonable terms, or at all; ability to conduct all required preclinical and clinical studies for the company’s Cell Pouch System and/or related technologies, including the timing and results of those trials; ability to obtain all necessary regulatory approvals, or on a timely basis; ability to in-license additional complementary technologies; ability to execute its business strategy and successfully compete in the market; and the inherent risks associated with the development of biotechnology combination products generally. Many of the factors are beyond our control, including those caused by, related to, or impacted by the novel coronavirus pandemic. Investors should consult the company’s quarterly and annual filings available on www.sedar.com for additional information on risks and uncertainties relating to the forward-looking statements. Sernova expressly disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.