UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of

the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): April 9, 2015

Neah Power Systems, Inc.

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (425) 424-3324 

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

¨ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

¨ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

¨ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

¨ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Information About Forward-Looking Statements

This Current Report on Form 8-K of contains forward-looking statements. The words or phrases "would be," "will allow," "intends to," "will likely result," "are expected to," "will continue," "is anticipated," "estimate," "project," or similar expressions are intended to identify "forward-looking statements." Neah Power Systems, Inc.’s financial and operational results reflected herein should not be construed by any means as representative of the current or future value of its common stock. All information set forth in this Current Report on Form 8-K, except historical and factual information, represents forward-looking statements. This includes all statements about the Company’s plans, beliefs, estimates and expectations. These statements are based on current estimates and projections, which involve certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include issues related to: rapidly changing technology and evolving standards in the industries in which the Company and its subsidiaries operate; the ability to obtain sufficient funding to continue operations, maintain adequate cash flow, profitably exploit new business, license and sign new agreements; the unpredictable nature of consumer preferences; and other factors set forth in the Company's most recently filed annual report and registration statement. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which reflect management's analysis only as of the date hereof. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly revise these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that arise after the date hereof. Readers should carefully review the risks and uncertainties described in other documents that the Company files from time to time with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”).

Item 8.01 Other Events

On April 9, 2015, Neah Power Systems, Inc. issued a press release with regard to the Company presenting at the Growth Capital Expo being held on April 12-14, 2015 at Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas, NV.

The press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits

(a) Not applicable.

(b) Not applicable.

(c) Not applicable.

(d) Exhibits.

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Date: April 9, 2015

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April 9, 2015

Neah Power Systems to Present at the Growth Capital Expo in Las Vegas

Bothell, WA (April 9, 2015) – Neah Power Systems, Inc. (OTCBB: NPWZ) is pleased to announce that the company will be presenting at the 2^nd Annual Growth Capital Expo being held on April 12 – 14, 2015 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, NV.

Dr. Chris D’Couto, President and CEO of Neah Power Systems, Inc., will be presenting on Track 1 at 12:30pm Pacific Time on Tuesday, April 14, 2015.

The Growth Capital Expo isn't just another MicroCap investor conference. It is three conferences in one:

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Presentations by selected MicroCap and pre-IPO growth company management teams showcasing the best opportunities of the year for emerging growth investment. Meet with management directly to build relationships and source new deals. 

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Two full days of educational panels and presentations by the leading practitioners of investment in public and late-stage private emerging growth companies. Get concise, actionable advice on legal and market issues and trends. 

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Half-day pre-conference Public Company Boot Camp designed specifically for executive managers of pre-IPO and recently public companies seeking to hone their skills at choosing board members and advisors, negotiating with investors, market messaging and corporate governance.

If you would like to attend the company’s presentation in Las Vegas, registration is still open. Follow this link: REGISTER

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About Neah Power Systems, Inc

Neah Power Systems, Inc. is an innovator and supplier of cutting-edge power solutions for the military, transportation and portable electronics industries. Neah Power’s long-lasting, efficient, and safe solutions include patented and patent pending PowerChip®, Formira® and the BuzzBar Suite® of products. Most recently, Neah Power Systems was a 2012 ZINO Green Finalist, 2010 WTIA Finalist, and 2010 Best of What’s New Popular Science Award. For more information visit www.neahpower.com.

Forward Looking Statements

Certain of the statements contained herein may be, within the meaning of the federal securities laws, "forward-looking statements," which are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements, and the Company does not undertake any responsibility to update any of these statements in the future. Please read Neah Power System's Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2014 and its Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q filed with the SEC during fiscal 2015 for a discussion of such risks, uncertainties and other factors.

For more information please contact: Crescendo Communications LLC

Phone: +1 (212) 671-1020 x303Email: npwz@crescendo-ir.com