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Matinas BioPharma Holdings

NYSE: MTNB

Bedminster, US · Founded 2013 · Delaware corporation

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Matinas BioPharma develops a Lipid Nano-Crystal (LNC) drug delivery platform that enables oral, intracellular delivery of small molecules and oligonucleotides. Its lead product MAT2203 is an amphotericin B formulation, alongside discovery programs in oncology and inflammation.

Founders & leadership

Matinas BioPharma Holdings was founded in 2013 by Roelof Rongen and Jerome D. Jabbour.

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Roelof RongenCo-founderRoelof Rongen has over 25 years of experience in pharmaceutical R&D and commercial development across oncology, cardiometabolic, autoimmune, and infectious diseases, including roles on blockbuster drugs Humira and Lovaza, and currently serves as an executive officer and director at Matinas BioPharma Holdings.
JDJerome D. Jabbour
Jerome D. JabbourCo-founder, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer
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George BobotasExecutive
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Gary GaglioneExecutive
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Abdel A. FawzyExecutiveAbdel A. Fawzy is an Executive Officer at Matinas BioPharma Holdings with extensive experience in pharmaceutical drug development, manufacturing, and regulatory submissions from early stage through commercialization, including scale-up, process development, and CMC strategy.
DFDouglas F. Kling
Douglas F. KlingSr. VP Clinical Development & Project Management2015–2021Douglas F. Kling is an Executive Officer at Matinas BioPharma Holdings, where he leads clinical development and regulatory strategy for the company's lipid nano-crystal drug delivery platform. His background includes managing cross-functional teams in clinical trial execution, regulatory submissions to global authorities, and clinical operations management.
KAKeith A. Kucinski
Keith A. KucinskiChief Financial Officer2019–2026CFO of Matinas BioPharma, a company developing a lipid nano-crystal drug delivery platform for oral and intracellular delivery of small molecules and oligonucleotides. He brings finance and accounting experience across private equity, public companies, and founder-led organizations.

Board

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Adam SternBoard director
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Robin SmithBoard director
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Eric EndeBoard director
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Evelyn D'AnBoard director
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Matthew WiklerBoard director

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$31.5M disclosed across 4 rounds · 2015–2025

▶$1.6MraisedFeb 2025 · 4 investors · Biotechnology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Robin SmithDirector
  • Eric EndeDirector
  • Jerome JabbourExecutive Officer, Director
  • Evelyn D'AnDirector
  • Keith KucinskiExecutive Officer
  • Matthew WiklerDirector
  • Natasha GiordanoDirector
Offering amount
$3.3M
Amount sold
$1.6M
First sale
Feb 2025
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$15.5MraisedJan 2017 · 270 investors · Biotechnology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Abdel A. FawzyExecutive Officer
  • James ScibettaDirector
  • Jerome JabbourExecutive Officer
  • Douglas F. KlingExecutive Officer
  • Stefano FerrariDirector
  • Raphael J. ManninoExecutive Officer
  • Herbert ConradDirector
  • Adam SternDirector
  • Gary GaglioneExecutive Officer
  • Roelof RongenExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$15.5M
Amount sold
$15.5M
Sales commissions
$710K
Placement agents
Aegis Capital Corp.
First sale
Jan 2017
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2013
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$4.4MraisedAug 2016 · 34 investors · Biotechnology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Roelof RongenExecutive Officer, Director
  • Stefano FerrariDirector
  • James ScibettaDirector
  • Adam SternDirector
  • Jerome JabbourExecutive Officer
  • Herbert ConradDirector
  • Abdel A. FawzyExecutive Officer
  • Douglas F. KlingExecutive Officer
  • Gary GaglioneExecutive Officer
  • Raphael J. ManninoExecutive Officer
Offering amount
$8M
Amount sold
$4.4M
Sales commissions
$1M
Placement agents
Aegis Capital Corp.
First sale
Jul 2016
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2013
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$10MraisedApr 2015 · 122 investors · Biotechnology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Jerome JabbourExecutive Officer
  • Adam SternDirector
  • George BobotasExecutive Officer
  • Roelof RongenExecutive Officer, Director
  • Gary GaglioneExecutive Officer
  • Stefano FerrariDirector
  • James ScibettaDirector
  • Abdel A. FawzyExecutive Officer
  • Herbert ConradDirector
  • Douglas F. KlingExecutive Officer
Offering amount
$10M
Amount sold
$10M
Sales commissions
$1.3M
Placement agents
Aegis Capital Corp.
First sale
Mar 2015
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2013
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 Matinas BioPharma Holdings do?
Matinas BioPharma develops a Lipid Nano-Crystal (LNC) drug delivery platform that enables oral, intracellular delivery of small molecules and oligonucleotides. Its lead product MAT2203 is an amphotericin B formulation, alongside discovery programs in oncology and inflammation.
Who founded Matinas BioPharma Holdings?
Matinas BioPharma Holdings was founded by Roelof Rongen, Jerome D. Jabbour in 2013.
How much funding has Matinas BioPharma Holdings raised?
Matinas BioPharma Holdings has disclosed $31.5M raised across 4 rounds.
Where is Matinas BioPharma Holdings headquartered?
Matinas BioPharma Holdings is headquartered in Bedminster, US.