On May 26, 2016, Michael R. Garone, Vice President & Chief Financial Officer (and principal financial officer) of Emisphere Technologies, Inc. notified the Company that he intends to resign effective as of June 25, 2016. The Company has commenced a process to find a successor to assume the role of Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Garone will continue in his current role and support the transition of his roles and responsibilities through the effective date of his resignation.