Septerna's $288M IPO Highlights Biotech Investment Revival and GPCR Innovation
Septerna's successful $288 million IPO marks a significant milestone for the South San Francisco-based biotech firm, as it goes public on the Nasdaq by offering 16 million shares at $18 each[1]. The IPO proceeds are intended to advance its lead drug candidate, SEP-786, targeting hypoparathyroidism, currently in Phase 1 testing, along with SEP-631 for chronic spontaneous urticaria[2]. Prior to the IPO, Septerna had already secured substantial private funding, exceeding $200 million, indicating strong investor confidence amidst a resurgence of biotech IPOs[1][2].
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