Marvel Biosciences Announces Grant of Deferred Share Units

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Marvel Biosciences (OTC: MBCOF) awarded 50,001 deferred share units (DSUs) to its three independent directors in lieu of cash directors' fees. The DSUs vest on February 17, 2027, are settled on a director's separation and expire 365 days after separation. The deemed value uses the VWAP $0.15 for February 17, 2026 multiplied by the number of DSUs.

Calgary, Alberta--(Newsfile Corp. - February 18, 2026) - Marvel Biosciences Corp. (TSXV: MRVL) and its wholly owned subsidiary, Marvel Biotechnology Inc. (collectively the "Company" or "Marvel"), announces the award of 50,001 deferred share units ("DSUs") to Marvel's three independent directors, in lieu of cash payment for directors' fees.

The DSUs will all vest on February 17, 2027. Vested DSUs shall be settled upon the directors' separation from service from the Company and expire 365 days after such directors' separation from service.

The deemed value for the DSUs is calculated using the VWAP of the Corporation's Common Shares on the TSX Venture Exchange on February 17, 2026 being $0.15 multiplied by the number of DSUs awarded.

About Marvel Biosciences Corp.

Marvel Biosciences Corp., and its wholly owned subsidiary, Marvel Biotechnology Inc., is a Calgary- based pre-clinical stage pharmaceutical development biotechnology company. The Company is developing MB-204, a novel fluorinated derivative of the approved anti-Parkinson's drug Istradefylline, the only clinically approved adenosine A2a antagonist. A significant and growing body of scientific evidence suggests drugs that block the adenosine A2a receptor, such as MB-204, could be useful in treating other neurological diseases such as autism, depression and Alzheimer's Disease. The Company is actively investigating its potential in addressing other neurodevelopmental disorders, such as Rett Syndrome and Fragile X Syndrome, to expand its therapeutic reach.

Contact Information:

Marvel Biosciences Corp.
J. Roderick (Rod) Matheson, Chief Executive Officer or
Dr. Mark Williams, President and Chief Science Officer
Tel: 403 770 2469

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSXV) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this press release. All information contained in this news release with respect to the Company and its subsidiary,(collectively, the "Parties") were supplied by Marvel, respectively, for inclusion herein and each parties' directors and officers have relied on each other for any information concerning such Party.

This news release may contain forward-looking statements and other statements that are not historical facts. Forward-looking statements are often identified by terms such as "will", "may", "should", "anticipate", "expects" and similar expressions. All statements other than statements of historical fact, included in this release, including, without limitation, statements regarding the future plans and objectives of the Company are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate and actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the expectations of the Company and include other risks detailed from time to time in the filings made by the Company under securities regulations.

The reader is cautioned that assumptions used in the preparation of any forward-looking information may prove to be incorrect. Events or circumstances may cause actual results to differ materially from those predicted, as a result of numerous known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors, many of which are beyond the control of the Company. As a result, the Company cannot guarantee that the above events on the terms will occur and within the time disclosed herein or at all. The reader is cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking information. Such information, although considered reasonable by management at the time of preparation, may prove to be incorrect and actual results may differ materially from those anticipated. Forward-looking statements contained in this news release are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement. The forward-looking statements contained in this news release are made as of the date of this news release and the Company will update or revise publicly any of the included forward-looking statements as expressly required by Canadian securities law.

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FAQ

How many DSUs did Marvel Biosciences (MBCOF) grant on February 18, 2026?

Marvel Biosciences granted 50,001 DSUs to three independent directors. According to the company, the awards were issued in lieu of cash directors' fees and cover all three independent directors collectively.

When do the DSUs granted by Marvel Biosciences (MBCOF) vest and become payable?

The DSUs will vest on February 17, 2027. According to the company, vested DSUs are settled upon each director's separation from service and expire 365 days after that separation.

How is the deemed value of Marvel Biosciences (MBCOF) DSUs calculated?

The deemed value uses the VWAP of $0.15 for February 17, 2026 multiplied by the number of DSUs awarded. According to the company, that VWAP figure is applied per DSU to compute the award value.

Will Marvel Biosciences (MBCOF) DSUs expire if a director leaves the company?

Yes, vested DSUs expire 365 days after a director's separation from service. According to the company, vested units are settled upon separation and must be exercised within that one-year window.

Why did Marvel Biosciences (MBCOF) issue DSUs instead of paying cash directors' fees?

The company issued DSUs in lieu of cash directors' fees for its three independent directors. According to the company, the DSUs replace cash payments and follow the stated vesting and settlement schedule.