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Neurogene Announces Inducement Grants Under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4) - March 3, 2026

Key Takeaway: Neurogene Inc. has announced the approval of non-qualified stock options for four new employees as part of its 2025 Inducement Plan. This grant, totaling 32,450 shares, is in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4) and aims to incentivize new talent. The options will vest over four years, aligning with the company's growth strategy in developing genetic medicines for neurological diseases.
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POSITIVE FACTORS

  • Neurogene is expanding its workforce with new hires.
  • The Inducement Grants demonstrate commitment to attracting talent.
  • The company's focus on genetic medicines addresses rare neurological diseases.

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Cash runway
~28 mo
Minimal dilution risk
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NL-201
Phase 1 · Solid Tumor

Full Press Release Details

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Neurogene Inc. (Nasdaq: NGNE), a clinical-stage company founded to bring life-changing genetic medicines to patients and families affected by rare neurological diseases, today announced that the Compensation Committee of the Company’s Board of Directors approved the grant of non-qualified stock options to purchase an aggregate of 32,450 shares of the Company’s common stock to four new employees (the “Inducement Grants”) on March 2, 2026 (the “Grant Date”). The Inducement Grants have been granted pursuant to the Company’s 2025 Inducement Plan. The Inducement Grants were granted as an inducement material to these individuals entering into employment with Neurogene in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4).
The Inducement Grants have an exercise price per share that is equal to the closing price of Neurogene’s common stock on the Grant Date. The Inducement Grants will vest over four years, with 25 percent vesting on the first anniversary of the vesting commencement date and 1/48 of the total award each month thereafter over the following three years, subject to the employee’s continued employment with Neurogene through the applicable vesting dates.
About NeurogeneNeurogene (NASDAQ: NGNE) is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing life-changing genetic medicines for people and their families impacted by devastating neurological diseases. The Company is using a biology-first approach paired with optimized delivery to develop purpose-built genetic medicines, including programs powered by its novel and proprietary EXACT™ transgene regulation technology. Neurogene is advancing its lead gene therapy program, NGN-401, as a potential best-in-class, one-time treatment for Rett syndrome. For more information, visitneurogene.comor follow onLinkedIn.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the inducement grants announced by Neurogene?

Neurogene announced the grant of non-qualified stock options for four new employees, totaling 32,450 shares.

What is the vesting schedule for the stock options?

The stock options will vest over four years, with 25% vesting on the first anniversary and the remainder monthly.

Why were the inducement grants issued?

The grants were issued to attract new talent as part of Neurogene's growth strategy under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635.

What is Neurogene's focus as a company?

Neurogene focuses on developing genetic medicines for rare neurological diseases using innovative technologies.

Last updated: Mar 4, 2026