Sana Bio Secures $25M-$50M from Mayo Clinic in Strategic Stock Purchase to Fund SC451 Development

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Sana Biotechnology entered a stock purchase agreement with Mayo Clinic for an initial $25 million, with an option for an additional $25 million, to fund the development of SC451 and other cell products under a new collaboration.

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• Strategic Stock Purchase Agreement

  Sana Biotechnology entered into a stock purchase agreement with Mayo Clinic on April 10, 2026, formalizing a strategic collaboration previously announced via press release.

• Initial $25 Million Capital Infusion

  Mayo Clinic will purchase 7,507,507 shares of common stock at $3.33 per share, generating approximately $25.0 million in gross proceeds. The closing is expected around April 15, 2026.

• Optional Additional $25 Million Investment

  Mayo Clinic has an option to purchase an additional 7,507,507 shares for approximately $25.0 million by August 31, 2026.

• Funding for Key Product Development

  Net proceeds will be used for the development of SC451 and certain genetically modified stem-cell derived islet cell products, under a new collaboration and license agreement with an affiliate of Mayo Clinic.

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This 8-K provides the official financial details of the strategic collaboration with Mayo Clinic, which was previously announced via press release on April 13, 2026. The company entered into a stock purchase agreement with Mayo Clinic for an initial $25 million, with an option for an additional $25 million, to fund the development of SC451 and other cell products under a new collaboration. This capital raise, utilizing the company's effective S-3 shelf registration, extends Sana's cash runway into 2027, addressing near-term liquidity concerns. While the shares were sold at a discount to the current market price, the strategic partnership with a renowned institution like Mayo Clinic provides significant scientific and clinical validation for Sana's pipeline and represents a strong vote of confidence in its therapeutic programs.