Nektar Therapeutics
formerly NektarIPOPioneering science to transform patient lives through innovative immunology therapies
Public · San Francisco, United States · Founded 1990 · $460.0M raised
- Headquarters
- San Francisco, California
- Employees
- 51–200
- Founded
- 1990
- Business Model
- B2B
- Website
- nektar.com
- Total Funding
- $460.0M
- Last Round
- $460.0M Corporate RoundFeb 2026
- Rounds
- 1
- Type
- Public
About
Nektar Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company headquartered in San Francisco, California. Founded in 1990, Nektar has led development in PEGylation technology — attaching polyethylene glycol (PEG) polymer chains to drug molecules to improve their pharmacokinetics. The company subsequently pivoted to immunology, developing novel small-molecule and biologic therapies for conditions including atopic dermatitis and multiple sclerosis. Its lead asset NKTR-0165 demonstrated strong Phase 2b results in eczema in early 2026. Nektar went public in 1994 (Nasdaq: NKTR).
Summary
Nektar Therapeutics is a Biotech company based in San Francisco, United States, founded in 1990. It has raised $460.0M in total across 1 round, most recently a $460.0M Corporate Round round in Feb 2026.
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