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NEAH POWER SYSTEMS AND SANMINA-SCI ENTER INTO STRATEGIC RELATIONSHIP

Sanmina-SCI to provide engineering and manufacturing expertise

June 19, 2008

Neah Power Systems, Inc., (OTCBB: NPWS), a leading developer of fuel cells for military, industrial and consumer portable electronic devices, announced today that it has selected Sanmina-SCI Corporation (NASDAQ: SANM) for its engineering development and manufacturing support in commercializing its silicon based fuel cell systems. Sanmina-SCI is a leading systems solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global electronics manufacturing services (EMS) market.

Joe Bronson, President and COO of Sanmina-SCI said, "We are pleased that Neah Power has engaged us for our engineering expertise and manufacturing capabilities. Our customer base ranges from small startups to global companies. We can get a product to market expeditiously, in the most cost effective manner. We look forward to a mutually beneficial relationship and in enabling Neah Power Systems commercialize its proprietary fuel cell technology."

Dr. Chris D'Couto, President and CEO of Neah Power said, "We are enthusiastic about using Sanmina-SCI for our low run initial production. One of the key differentiators of our product is the ability to use the design and manufacturing prowess of a company like Sanmina-SCI in bringing the product to market. Sanmina-SCI has the industry-leading experience and expertise in the EMS space. We look forward to leveraging their knowledge and skills in the design and manufacturing areas with our core competencies and proprietary technology around the silicon based fuel cell to provide portable power solutions to our target markets. Neah Power is transitioning into commercialization, and Sanmina-SCI will further accelerate the achievement of our goals and fulfillment of the vision for the company."

About Neah Power Systems

Neah Power Systems, Inc. is a leading developer of fuel cells for military applications, notebook computers and portable electronic devices. The company's patented, porous silicon-based design will provide long-lasting, efficient and safe power solutions. As an emerging leader in fuel cell technology, Neah Power's products will allow users to extend the operating time of 10 to 100 watt devices multiple times beyond that of conventional batteries. Further company information can be found at our website: www.neahpower.com.

Forward Looking Statements

Except for statements of historical fact, the matters discussed in this press release are forward looking and made pursuant to the Safe Harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements reflect numerous assumptions and involve a variety of risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the company's control that may cause actual results to differ materially from stated expectations. These risk factors include, among others, limited operating history, research and prototype delays, difficulties in developing and commercializing new technologies, and additional risk factors as discussed in the reports filed by the company with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which are available on its website at: http://www.sec.gov.

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