HACKENSACK, N.J. and PETACH TIKVAH, Israel, July 3, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- BrainStorm Cell Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ: BCLI), a leading developer of adult stem cell technologies for neurodegenerative diseases, announced today that it has selected Worldwide Clinical Trials ("Worldwide") as its Clinical Research Organization (CRO) for its planned Phase 3 study of NurOwn® in the treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). A study kick-off meeting is expected this month.

"Selecting a CRO is a critical step before initiating patient enrollment into our Phase 3 study of NurOwn in the treatment of ALS," said Chaim Lebovits, Chief Executive Officer of BrainStorm Cell Therapeutics.  "We see Worldwide as the ideal partner for this important clinical trial - its deep expertise and capabilities in managing pivotal Phase 3 clinical trials in more than 60 countries, particularly in the fields of ALS and neurology, will be tremendous assets to us."

With support from Worldwide, BrainStorm will proceed with conducting a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled multi-dose Phase 3 trial that will be conducted at multiple sites.

About Worldwide Clinical Trials:
Worldwide Clinical Trials employs more than 1,400 professionals around the world, with offices in North and South America, Eastern and Western Europe, Russia and Asia. Founded by physicians committed to advancing medical science, Worldwide is out to change how the world sees CROs – in the best possible way. From early phase and bioanalytical sciences through late phase and post-approval, we provide world-class, full-service drug development services. With infrastructure and talent spanning 60 countries, we execute predictable, successful studies with operational excellence across a range of therapeutic areas, including neuroscience, cardiovascular diseases, immune-mediated inflammatory disorders (IMID) and rare diseases. We never compromise on science or safety. We're never satisfied with the status quo. We're the Cure for the Common CRO. For more information, visit Worldwide.com.

About BrainStorm Cell Therapeutics Inc.
BrainStorm Cell Therapeutics Inc. is a biotechnology company engaged in the development of first-of-its-kind adult stem cell therapies derived from autologous bone marrow cells for the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases. The Company holds the rights to develop and commercialize its NurOwn technology through an exclusive, worldwide licensing agreement with Ramot, the technology transfer company of Tel Aviv University . NurOwn has been administered to approximately 75 patients with ALS in clinical trials conducted in the United States and Israel . In a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial conducted in the U. S., a clinically meaningful benefit was demonstrated by higher response to NurOwn compared with placebo. For more information, visit the company's website at www.brainstorm-cell.com.

Safe-Harbor Statement
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CONTACTS

Media:
Uri Yablonka
Chief Business Officer
Brainstorm Cell Therapeutics Inc.
Phone: (646) 666-3188
uri@brainstorm-cell.com

Investors:
Michael Rice
LifeSci Advisors, LLC
Phone: 646-597-6979
mrice@lifesciadvisors.com

Worldwide Contacts
Media: Sherri Stuart, Worldwide Clinical Trials, +1 610-563-8768,
sherri.stuart@worldwide.com

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