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Aer Therapeutics

Raleigh, US · Founded 2014 · 10 employees on LinkedIn · 4 known investors

Aer Therapeutics develops a science-driven therapeutic aimed at eliminating mucus plugs in the lungs to treat muco-obstructive lung diseases such as COPD and asthma. The company focuses on respiratory care for patients with these conditions.

Founders & leadership

TMThomas Mathers
Thomas MathersinExecutive Chairman of the Board of Directors
JS
James ShafferExecutive
JFJohn Fahy
John FahyinFounder and Chief Clinical Consultant

Board

CSChristy Shaffer
Christy ShafferinBoard directorGeneral Partner at Hatteras Venture Partners
RG
Rishi GuptaBoard director
TSTim Shannon
Tim Shannonin𝕏Board directorGeneral Partner at Canaan Partners
ECEvan Caplan
Evan CaplaninBoard directorInvestor at OrbiMed

Investors · 4

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$23.9M disclosed across 3 rounds · 2022–2026

$3MraisedAug 2026 · 7 investors · Biotechnology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Thomas MathersExecutive Officer, Director
  • John FahyDirector
  • Evan CaplanDirector
  • Tim ShannonDirector
  • Christy ShafferDirector
Offering amount
$3M
Amount sold
$3M
First sale
Aug 2026
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
$5MraisedFeb 2025 · 15 investors · Biotechnology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • CHRISTY SHAFFERDirector
  • THOMAS MATHERSExecutive Officer, Director
  • RISHI GUPTADirector
  • JOHN FAHYDirector
  • TIM SHANNONDirector
Offering amount
$5M
Amount sold
$5M
First sale
Jan 2025
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
$15.9MraisedDec 2022 · 23 investors · Biotechnology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Tim ShannonDirector
  • Christy ShafferDirector
  • Rishi GuptaDirector
  • James ShafferExecutive Officer, Director
  • John FahyDirector
Offering amount
$36.9M
Amount sold
$15.9M
First sale
Dec 2022
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Aer Therapeutics do?
Aer Therapeutics develops a science-driven therapeutic aimed at eliminating mucus plugs in the lungs to treat muco-obstructive lung diseases such as COPD and asthma. The company focuses on respiratory care for patients with these conditions.
Who are Aer Therapeutics's investors?
Aer Therapeutics's investors include Hatteras Venture Partners, OrbiMed, Canaan Partners, Pappas Capital.
How much funding has Aer Therapeutics raised?
Aer Therapeutics has disclosed $23.9M raised across 3 rounds.
Where is Aer Therapeutics headquartered?
Aer Therapeutics is headquartered in Raleigh, US.