MediciNova, Inc. (MNOV) Research

MediciNova, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical firm dedicated to discovering and advancing innovative small molecule therapies for severe illnesses where current treatments are insufficient within the United States. Its robust development pipeline features MN-166 (ibudilast), an oral agent with both anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective properties, currently being investigated for a range of neurological conditions. These include primary and secondary progressive multiple sclerosis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy, degenerative cervical myelopathy, glioblastoma, and various forms of substance dependence and addiction. The company's portfolio also comprises MN-221 (bedoradrine), a selective beta-2-adrenergic receptor agonist aimed at treating acute asthma attacks; MN-001 (tipelukast), an orally available small molecule designed for fibrotic disorders like nonalcoholic steatohepatitis and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis; and MN-029 (denibulin), a tubulin binding agent intended for solid tumor oncology. MediciNova has established strategic partnerships with companies such as Kissei Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., Kyorin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., Angiogene Pharmaceuticals Ltd., and Meiji Seika Kaisha Ltd. Established in 2000, the company's headquarters are situated in La Jolla, California.

Market snapshot

Symbol
MNOV
Price
$1.32
Day change
-1.49%
Market cap
$65.0M
P/E ratio
-5.54x
52-week range
1.17-1.96
Sector
Healthcare
Industry
Biotechnology
Next earnings
in 2 months

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Recent insider activity

  • Matsuda Kazuko — A-Award (350000 shares) on 2026-01-16
  • IWAKI YUICHI — A-Award (450000 shares) on 2026-01-16
  • Nagao Hideki — A-Award (20000 shares) on 2025-06-17
  • Lemerond Nicole — A-Award (20000 shares) on 2025-06-17
  • BEAVER CAROLYN — A-Award (20000 shares) on 2025-06-17

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