Introducing the Scientific Value Return Network
Non-debt R&D financing for the life sciences and healthcare.
SVRN was founded to increase public participation in funding scientific research & development and to promote transparency around how successful scientific investment translates to capital returns. SVRN investors finance R&D activities in return for fractional royalty rights.
Benefits to Life Sciences and Healthcare Companies:
✓ Timely access to non-dilutive growth capital that is not debt
Royalty interest financing provides access to capital in exchange for future revenue without the risks associated with debt, and serves as a compliment to equity financing activities
✓ No impact to control or ownership of intellectual property
Royalty obligations created and managed by SVRN leaves intellectual property in the hands of the existing owner(s) who maintain control over the requisite R&D and commercialization activities
✓ Royalty terms and duration designed around capital needs
Scope, duration, and terms of the royalty obligation are established based on capital needs, allowing for narrow collateral on specific products or IP assets
Benefits to SVRN Investors:
✓ Access exclusive royalty assets uncorrelated with macro volatility
Scientific royalties are high-quality assets that generate predictable cash flows in sectors with inelastic demand such as medtech and biopharma, but have traditionally been accessible only for large institutional investors
✓ Fractional investment opportunities enable portfolio diversification
SVRN enables fractional ownership in scientific royalties allowing for flexible investment sizes for accredited investors and the opportunity to build a portfolio of cash-flowing assets that perform well in inflationary environments
✓ Receive distributions from productive intellectual property
SVRN allows investors to get direct exposure to revenue distributions from specific intellectual property in a manner that is distinct from traditional equity investment
Novel ways to maximize IP value
Expanding the reach of intellectual property using strategic licensing and partnerships can create the most potential paths to patients.
With over 30 years of combined experience, our founding team is dedicated to accelerating innovation and ensuring life-changing innovations are accessible to patients around the world.
❝SVRN is composed of a core team and community passionate about offering long-term solutions to empower biomedical innovation and protect the return ecosystem that fuels future innovations for decades to come.
Max Hunt
Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer
- • 12+ years experience in life science consulting
- • Work across US and global markets with 16 of top 20 biopharma companies
- • Thought leader in drug pricing and market access for innovative medicines
Hui Huang, PHD
Co-Founder & Chief Scientific Officer
- • 20+ years experience in biopharma; former Global Vice President of Takeda Oncology
- • 30+ scientific research publications
- • Deep experience leading assets from pre-clinical through post-commercialization stages
SVRN aims to find solutions to accelerate and protect the return of value created by the innovation ecosystem, propelling scientific progress aligned to public interest and needs.
Community
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SVRN’s Research PortalInnovator
Join our network of biotech innovators seeking visibility for their work and access to support. Apply to be listed in our beta Innovation Hub to share your experiences and challenges in drug development and commercialization. #joinsvrn
Book a call with usInvestor
Looking for opportunities to support biomedical innovation? We are constantly growing our network of investors seeking to advance drug development by connecting with others exploring alternative funding models. #investinscience
Book a call with usCurrent Drug Market Figures
Average cost to bring a drug to market.
Biotechs seeking funding across the globe.
Private capital deployed in 2023 to purchase drug royalties.
Clinical studies registered globally in 2024.
A comprehensive FAQ section that provides quick and easy access to all the information you need to understand our product.
How are new marketplace listings vetted?
SVRN team members vet potential IP listings from potential biotechs and partnered tech transfer offices. Researchers are welcome to reach out to SVRN directly to be listed on our platform.
What is the benefit of listing on SVRN?
The SVRN marketplace allows biomedical research and development projects to gain visibility to enable connections to partners, investors, and other interested parties. Community engagement also allows for the open sharing of knowledge to guide decision-making.
Can details of my research project be anonymized?
Yes, SVRN intends to promote visibility of research projects while appreciating the importance of confidentiality on various aspects of the work. The extent of transparency of the listing is fully customizable.