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Nuvation Bio

NYSE: NUVB

New York, US · Founded 2018 · Incorporated in Delaware · 5 known investors

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Nuvation Bio is a global oncology company that develops novel cancer therapies through its own drug discovery programs and business development, serving cancer patients. Founded in 2018, it became a commercial-stage company in 2025.

Founders & leadership

Nuvation Bio was founded in 2018 by David Hung and David Hung, M.D..

DHDavid Hung
David HunginFounderDavid Hung founded Nuvation Bio in 2018 after founding Medivation in 2003, where he identified and led development of multiple oncology programs including the prostate cancer drug enzalutamide before Medivation's acquisition by Pfizer for $14.3B in 2016. Earlier in his career, he served as CEO of Pro•Duct Health, a medical device startup he founded, and trained as a hematologist-oncologist.
DHDavid Hung, M.D.
David Hung, M.D.inFounder, President and CEODavid Hung is founder, President and CEO of Nuvation Bio, a global oncology company developing novel cancer therapies. He previously founded Medivation in 2003, which he led through the development and FDA approval of multiple oncology drugs including enzalutamide and talazoparib before its sale to Pfizer in 2016; earlier, he founded and led Pro•Duct Health, a medical device company focused on breast cancer diagnostics, which was acquired by Cytyc in 2001. Hung holds an M.D. and trained as an academic hematologist-oncologist.
DHDavid Hanley
David HanleyinChief Technical Operations Officer
GHGary Hattersley
Gary HattersleyinChief Scientific Officer
SMStacy Markel
Stacy MarkelinChief People Officer
PSPhilippe Sauvage
Philippe SauvageinChief Financial OfficerHe brings finance, marketing, and operations experience across public and private sector roles in the US, Europe, and Asia, with expertise in systems transformation including CRM, SAP implementations, and M&A.
CSColleen Sjogren
Colleen SjogreninChief Commercial OfficerShe has experience designing and building out commercial organizations and launching therapies in the oncology space.
KW
Kerry WentworthinChief Regulatory OfficerHe brings expertise in drug development, US and international regulatory affairs, and biologic and drug manufacturing.
SDStephen Dang
Stephen DanginChief Legal OfficerHe brings experience in pharmaceutical and biotech legal matters across drug discovery, development, commercialization, and generic entry.

Board

MD
Michelle DoiginBoard Of Directors2019–2021Partner at Omega Funds
CNClaudio Nessi
Claudio NessiinBoard directorManaging Director at Omega Funds
KB
Kim BlickenstaffBoard director

Investors · 5

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$275.3M disclosed across 1 of 2 rounds · 2019–2026

$275.3MraisedOct 2020 · 57 investors · Pharmaceuticals
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • David Hung, M.D.Executive Officer, Director
  • Kim BlickenstaffDirector
  • Michelle DoigDirector
  • Kathryn E. FalbergDirector
  • Claudio NessiDirector
  • W. Anthony VernonDirector
  • Daniel WelchDirector
  • Robert BazemoreDirector
Offering amount
$275.3M
Amount sold
$275.3M
First sale
Jun 2019
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2018
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 Nuvation Bio do?
Nuvation Bio is a global oncology company that develops novel cancer therapies through its own drug discovery programs and business development, serving cancer patients. Founded in 2018, it became a commercial-stage company in 2025.
Who founded Nuvation Bio?
Nuvation Bio was founded by David Hung, David Hung, M.D. in 2018.
Who are Nuvation Bio's investors?
Nuvation Bio's investors include Aisling Capital, Decheng Capital, EcoR1 Capital, Vertex Ventures China, Omega Funds.
How much funding has Nuvation Bio raised?
Nuvation Bio has disclosed $275.3M raised across 1 of its 2 known rounds.
Where is Nuvation Bio headquartered?
Nuvation Bio is headquartered in New York, US.