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February 14, 2013 SC 13G/A

RDEA / Ardea Biosciences, Inc. / Visium Asset Management, LP - SCHEDULE 13G (AMENDMENT NO. 6) Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 d487163dsc13ga.htm SCHEDULE 13G (AMENDMENT NO. 6) SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 6)* Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Name of Issuer) COMMON STOCK, $0.001 PER SHARE (Title of Class of Securities) 03969P107 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2012 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check

July 2, 2012 15-12B

- 15-12B

UNITED STATES OMB APPROVAL SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 OMB Number: 3235-0167 Expires: December 31, 2014 Estimated average burden hours per response . . . 1.50 FORM 15 CERTIFICATION AND NOTICE OF TERMINATION OF REGISTRATION UNDER SECTION 12(g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 OR SUSPENSION OF DUTY TO FILE REPORTS UNDER SECTIONS 13 AND 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCH

June 22, 2012 8-K

Changes in Control of Registrant, Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Termination of a Material Definitive Agreement, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Notice of Delisting or Failure to Satisfy a Continued Listing Rule or Standard; Transfer of Listing, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets

8-K 1 d369465d8k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant To Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of earliest event reported: June 19, 2012 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Exact Name Of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-33734 94-3200380 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Com

June 22, 2012 EX-3.2

AMENDED AND RESTATED ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. a Delaware Corporation TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE I OFFICES 1 Section 1. Registered Office 1 Section 2. Other Offices 1 ARTICLE II MEETINGS OF STOCKHOLDERS 1 Section 1. Place of Meeting 1 Section 2. An

AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS OF ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. Exhibit 3.2 AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS OF ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. a Delaware Corporation TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE I OFFICES 1 Section 1. Registered Office 1 Section 2. Other Offices 1 ARTICLE II MEETINGS OF STOCKHOLDERS 1 Section 1. Place of Meeting 1 Section 2. Annual Meetings 1 Section 3. Notice of Meeting 1 Section 4. Stockholder Lis

June 22, 2012 EX-3.1

AMENDED AND RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. ARTICLE I

AMENDED AND RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION OF ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. Exhibit 3.1 AMENDED AND RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION OF ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. ARTICLE I NAME The name of the Corporation is Ardea Biosciences, Inc. ARTICLE II REGISTERED OFFICE AND REGISTERED AGENT The registered office of the Corporation in the State of Delaware is located at Corporation Trust Center, 1209 Ora

June 21, 2012 SC 13D/A

RDEA / Ardea Biosciences, Inc. / BAKER JULIAN - SC 13D/A Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

June 21, 2012 SC 13D/A

RDEA / Ardea Biosciences, Inc. / GAMCO INVESTORS, INC. ET AL Activist Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 4) Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 03969P107 (CUSIP Number) David Goldman GAMCO Investors, Inc. One Corporate Center Rye, New York 10580-1435 (914) 921-5000 (Name, Address and Telephone Number of Person Authorized to Re

June 21, 2012 EX-99.1

JOINT FILING AGREEMENT

EX-99.1 2 v316647ex99-1.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 CUSIP No. 03969P107 13D Exhibit 99.1 JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the undersigned hereby agree that only one statement containing the information required by Schedule 13D need be filed with respect to the ownership by each of the undersigned of the shares of Common Stock of Ardea

June 20, 2012 SC 13D/A

RDEA / Ardea Biosciences, Inc. / TANG CAPITAL PARTNERS LP - AMENDMENT NO. 11 Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 11)* ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, $0.001 par value per share (Title of Class of Securities) 03969P107 (CUSIP Number) Kevin C. Tang Tang Capital Management, LLC 4747 Executive Drive, Suite 510 San Diego, CA 92121 (858) 200-3830 (Na

June 20, 2012 POS AM

- POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-3 REGISTRATION STATEMENT NO. 333-165909

Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 to Form S-3 Registration Statement No. 333-165909 Table of Contents AS FILED WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION ON JUNE 19, 2012 Registration Statement File No. 333-82934 Registration Statement File No. 333-89840 Registration Statement File No. 333-101633 Registration Statement File No. 333-105288 Registration Statement File No. 333-110197 Registration State

June 20, 2012 POS AM

- POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-3 REGISTRATION STATEMENT NO. 333-148765

Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 to Form S-3 Registration Statement No. 333-148765 Table of Contents AS FILED WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION ON JUNE 19, 2012 Registration Statement File No. 333-82934 Registration Statement File No. 333-89840 Registration Statement File No. 333-101633 Registration Statement File No. 333-105288 Registration Statement File No. 333-110197 Registration State

June 20, 2012 POS AM

- POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-3 REGISTRATION STATEMENT NO. 333-82934

Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 to Form S-3 Registration Statement No. 333-82934 Table of Contents AS FILED WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION ON JUNE 19, 2012 Registration Statement File No. 333-82934 Registration Statement File No. 333-89840 Registration Statement File No. 333-101633 Registration Statement File No. 333-105288 Registration Statement File No. 333-110197 Registration Statem

June 20, 2012 POS AM

- POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO FORM S-3 REGISTRATION STATEMENT NO. 333-178746

Post-Effective Amendment No. 2 to Form S-3 Registration Statement No. 333-178746 Table of Contents AS FILED WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION ON JUNE 19, 2012 Registration Statement File No. 333-82934 Registration Statement File No. 333-89840 Registration Statement File No. 333-101633 Registration Statement File No. 333-105288 Registration Statement File No. 333-110197 Registration State

June 20, 2012 S-8 POS

- POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT NO. 333-108096

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 19, 2012 Registration Statement No.

June 20, 2012 S-8 POS

- POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT NO. 333-117140

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 19, 2012 Registration Statement No.

June 20, 2012 S-8 POS

- POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT NO. 333-101632

Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 to Form S-8 Registration Statement No. 333-101632 As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 19, 2012 Registration Statement No. 333-40524 Registration Statement No. 333-65616 Registration Statement No. 333-101632 Registration Statement No. 333-108096 Registration Statement No. 333-117140 Registration Statement No. 333-158521 Registration Statement

June 20, 2012 S-8 POS

- POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT NO. 333-65616

Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 to Form S-8 Registration Statement No. 333-65616 As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 19, 2012 Registration Statement No. 333-40524 Registration Statement No. 333-65616 Registration Statement No. 333-101632 Registration Statement No. 333-108096 Registration Statement No. 333-117140 Registration Statement No. 333-158521 Registration Statement N

June 20, 2012 POS AM

- POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-3 REGISTRATION STATEMENT NO. 333-110197

Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 to Form S-3 Registration Statement No. 333-110197 Table of Contents AS FILED WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION ON JUNE 19, 2012 Registration Statement File No. 333-82934 Registration Statement File No. 333-89840 Registration Statement File No. 333-101633 Registration Statement File No. 333-105288 Registration Statement File No. 333-110197 Registration State

June 20, 2012 POS AM

- POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-3 REGISTRATION STATEMENT NO. 333-156708

Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 to Form S-3 Registration Statement No. 333-156708 Table of Contents AS FILED WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION ON JUNE 19, 2012 Registration Statement File No. 333-82934 Registration Statement File No. 333-89840 Registration Statement File No. 333-101633 Registration Statement File No. 333-105288 Registration Statement File No. 333-110197 Registration State

June 20, 2012 POS AM

- POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-3 REGISTRATION STATEMENT NO. 333-153215

Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 to Form S-3 Registration Statement No. 333-153215 Table of Contents AS FILED WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION ON JUNE 19, 2012 Registration Statement File No. 333-82934 Registration Statement File No. 333-89840 Registration Statement File No. 333-101633 Registration Statement File No. 333-105288 Registration Statement File No. 333-110197 Registration State

June 20, 2012 POS AM

- POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-3 REGISTRATION STATEMENT NO. 333-179296

Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 to Form S-3 Registration Statement No. 333-179296 Table of Contents AS FILED WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION ON JUNE 19, 2012 Registration Statement File No. 333-82934 Registration Statement File No. 333-89840 Registration Statement File No. 333-101633 Registration Statement File No. 333-105288 Registration Statement File No. 333-110197 Registration State

June 20, 2012 POS AM

- POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-3 REGISTRATION STATEMENT NO. 333-159279

Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 to Form S-3 Registration Statement No. 333-159279 Table of Contents AS FILED WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION ON JUNE 19, 2012 Registration Statement File No. 333-82934 Registration Statement File No. 333-89840 Registration Statement File No. 333-101633 Registration Statement File No. 333-105288 Registration Statement File No. 333-110197 Registration State

June 20, 2012 S-8 POS

- POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT NO. 333-158521

Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 to Form S-8 Registration Statement No. 333-158521 As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 19, 2012 Registration Statement No. 333-40524 Registration Statement No. 333-65616 Registration Statement No. 333-101632 Registration Statement No. 333-108096 Registration Statement No. 333-117140 Registration Statement No. 333-158521 Registration Statement

June 20, 2012 S-8 POS

- POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT NO. 333-40524

Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 to Form S-8 Registration Statement No. 333-40524 As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 19, 2012 Registration Statement No. 333-40524 Registration Statement No. 333-65616 Registration Statement No. 333-101632 Registration Statement No. 333-108096 Registration Statement No. 333-117140 Registration Statement No. 333-158521 Registration Statement N

June 20, 2012 POS AM

- POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO FORM S-3 REGISTRATION STATEMENT NO. 333-105288

Post-Effective Amendment No. 3 to Form S-3 Registration Statement No. 333-105288 Table of Contents AS FILED WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION ON JUNE 19, 2012 Registration Statement File No. 333-82934 Registration Statement File No. 333-89840 Registration Statement File No. 333-101633 Registration Statement File No. 333-105288 Registration Statement File No. 333-110197 Registration State

June 20, 2012 S-8 POS

- POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT NO. 333-176517

S-8 POS 1 d368776ds8pos.htm POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT NO. 333-176517 As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 19, 2012 Registration Statement No. 333-40524 Registration Statement No. 333-65616 Registration Statement No. 333-101632 Registration Statement No. 333-108096 Registration Statement No. 333-117140 Registration Statement No. 333-15

June 20, 2012 POS AM

- POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-3 REGISTRATION STATEMENT NO. 333-101633

Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 to Form S-3 Registration Statement No. 333-101633 Table of Contents AS FILED WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION ON JUNE 19, 2012 Registration Statement File No. 333-82934 Registration Statement File No. 333-89840 Registration Statement File No. 333-101633 Registration Statement File No. 333-105288 Registration Statement File No. 333-110197 Registration State

June 20, 2012 POS AM

- POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-3 REGISTRATION STATEMENT NO. 333-170105

Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 to Form S-3 Registration Statement No. 333-170105 Table of Contents AS FILED WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION ON JUNE 19, 2012 Registration Statement File No. 333-82934 Registration Statement File No. 333-89840 Registration Statement File No. 333-101633 Registration Statement File No. 333-105288 Registration Statement File No. 333-110197 Registration State

June 20, 2012 POS AM

- POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-3 REGISTRATION STATEMENT NO. 333-89840

Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 to Form S-3 Registration Statement No. 333-89840 Table of Contents AS FILED WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION ON JUNE 19, 2012 Registration Statement File No. 333-82934 Registration Statement File No. 333-89840 Registration Statement File No. 333-101633 Registration Statement File No. 333-105288 Registration Statement File No. 333-110197 Registration Statem

June 19, 2012 SC 13D/A

RDEA / Ardea Biosciences, Inc. / ASTRAZENECA PLC - SC 13D/A Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D/A (Amendment No. 1) Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, $0.001 par value (Title of Class of Securities) 03969P107 (CUSIP Number) Adrian Kemp AstraZeneca PLC 2 Kingdom Street, London, England W2 6BD United Kingdom +44 20 7604 8000 with a copy to: Catherin

June 13, 2012 DEFA14A

- DEFINITIVE ADDITIONAL MATERIALS

Definitive Additional Materials UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

June 13, 2012 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events - FORM 8-K

Form 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 13, 2012 ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-33734 94-3200380 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) Commissi

June 13, 2012 EX-99.1

SUPPLEMENT TO THE PROXY STATEMENT FOR THE SPECIAL MEETING OF STOCKHOLDERS To Be Held on June 19, 2012

Proxy Statement Supplement Exhibit 99.1 SUPPLEMENT TO THE PROXY STATEMENT FOR THE SPECIAL MEETING OF STOCKHOLDERS To Be Held on June 19, 2012 This supplement amends and supplements the definitive proxy statement (the “Proxy Statement”) initially filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on May 21, 2012 by Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (“we”, “us”, “our”, “Ardea” or the “Company”) for a spec

June 11, 2012 SC 13G/A

RDEA / Ardea Biosciences, Inc. / WELLINGTON MANAGEMENT GROUP LLP - DISCLOSURE DOCUMENT Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1)* Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 03969P107 (CUSIP Number) May 31, 2012 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Sche

June 5, 2012 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders - FORM 8-K

Form 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 31, 2012 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-33734 94-3200380 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commis

June 5, 2012 EX-99.1

Ardea Biosciences Announces Expiration of HSR Waiting Period in Connection with Proposed Merger

Exhibit 99.1 Ardea Biosciences Announces Expiration of HSR Waiting Period in Connection with Proposed Merger SAN DIEGO, CA June 5, 2012 - Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: RDEA) (“Ardea”), a biotechnology company focused on the development of small-molecule therapeutics for the treatment of serious diseases, today announced the expiration of the waiting period under the Hart-Scott Rodino Antitrust

June 5, 2012 DEFA14A

- FORM 8-K

Form 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 31, 2012 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-33734 94-3200380 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commis

June 5, 2012 EX-99.1

Ardea Biosciences Announces Expiration of HSR Waiting Period in Connection with Proposed Merger

Press release Exhibit 99.1 Ardea Biosciences Announces Expiration of HSR Waiting Period in Connection with Proposed Merger SAN DIEGO, CA June 5, 2012 - Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: RDEA) (“Ardea”), a biotechnology company focused on the development of small-molecule therapeutics for the treatment of serious diseases, today announced the expiration of the waiting period under the Hart-Scott Rod

May 30, 2012 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits - LIVE FILING

Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Form: 8-K) UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): May 30, 2012 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33734 94-3200380 (State or other jurisdict

May 30, 2012 DEFA14A

- DEFINITIVE ADDITIONAL MATERIALS

Definitive Additional Materials UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

May 30, 2012 EX-99.1

Ardea Biosciences Earns Milestone from Bayer HealthCare

Contact: John Beck Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] Ardea Biosciences Earns Milestone from Bayer HealthCare SAN DIEGO, May 30, 2012 — Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: RDEA) today announced that it has earned a $7.5 million milestone from Bayer HealthCare (Bayer) under the terms of their April 2009 global license agreement to develop and commercialize Ardea’s mitogen-activa

May 30, 2012 SC 13D/A

RDEA / Ardea Biosciences, Inc. / GAMCO INVESTORS, INC. ET AL Activist Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 3) Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 03969P107 (CUSIP Number) David Goldman GAMCO Investors, Inc. One Corporate Center Rye, New York 10580-1435 (914) 921-5000 (Name, Address and Telephone Number of Person Authorized to Re

May 21, 2012 DEFM14A

- DEFINITIVE PROXY STATEMENT

Definitive Proxy Statement Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

May 10, 2012 PREM14A

- PRELIMINARY SPECIAL PROXY STATEMENT

Preliminary Special Proxy Statement Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

May 7, 2012 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition - LIVE FILING

Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Form: 8-K) UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): May 7, 2012 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33734 94-3200380 (State or other jurisdicti

May 7, 2012 DEFA14A

- SOLICITING MATERIAL

Soliciting Material UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

May 7, 2012 10-Q

Quarterly Report - FORM 10-Q

Form 10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2012 OR ¨ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 1-33734 ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC.

May 7, 2012 EX-99.1

Ardea Biosciences Announces First Quarter 2012 Financial Results

EX-99.1 2 exhibit1.htm EX-99.1 Contact: John Beck Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] Ardea Biosciences Announces First Quarter 2012 Financial Results SAN DIEGO, May 7, 2012 — Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: RDEA), a biotechnology company focused on the development of small-molecule therapeutics for the treatment of serious diseases, today announced first quarter 2012 financ

May 3, 2012 SC 13D/A

RDEA / Ardea Biosciences, Inc. / GAMCO INVESTORS, INC. ET AL Activist Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2) Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 03969P107 (CUSIP Number) David Goldman GAMCO Investors, Inc. One Corporate Center Rye, New York 10580-1435 (914) 921-5000 (Name, Address and Telephone Number of Person Authorized to Re

May 2, 2012 SC 13D/A

RDEA / Ardea Biosciences, Inc. / GAMCO INVESTORS, INC. ET AL Activist Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1) Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 03969P107 (CUSIP Number) David Goldman GAMCO Investors, Inc. One Corporate Center Rye, New York 10580-1435 (914) 921-5000 (Name, Address and Telephone Number of Person Authorized to Re

May 1, 2012 EX-3

JOINT FILING AGREEMENT

EX-3 2 a12-109311ex3.htm EX-3 EXHIBIT 3 JOINT FILING AGREEMENT The undersigned, being duly authorized thereunto, hereby execute this agreement as an exhibit to this Schedule 13D to evidence the agreement of the below-named parties, in accordance with the rules promulgated pursuant to the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, to file this Schedule 13D and any amendments thereto jointly on behalf of each

May 1, 2012 SC 13D

RDEA / Ardea Biosciences, Inc. / ASTRAZENECA PLC - SC 13D Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, $0.001 par value (Title of Class of Securities) 03969P107 (CUSIP Number) Adrian Kemp AstraZeneca PLC 2 Kingdom Street, London, England W2 6BD United Kingdom +44 20 7604 8000 with a copy to: Catherine J. Dargan, Esq. St

April 26, 2012 SC 13D

RDEA / Ardea Biosciences, Inc. / GAMCO INVESTORS, INC. ET AL Activist Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 03969P107 (CUSIP Number) David Goldman GAMCO Investors, Inc. One Corporate Center Rye, New York 10580-1435 (914) 921-5000 (Name, Address and Telephone Number of Person Authorized to Receive Notices and

April 25, 2012 EX-99.1

VOTING AGREEMENT

EXHIBIT 99.1 VOTING AGREEMENT This Voting Agreement (this “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of April 21, 2012 by and among Zeneca Inc. (“Parent”) and the undersigned stockholder (the “Stockholder”) of Ardea BioSciences, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”). Recitals Whereas, concurrently with the execution of this Agreement, Parent, QAM Corp., a Delaware corporation and wholly owned

April 25, 2012 SC 13D/A

RDEA / Ardea Biosciences, Inc. / TANG CAPITAL PARTNERS LP - AMENDMENT NO. 10 Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 10)* ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, $0.001 par value per share (Title of Class of Securities) 03969P107 (CUSIP Number) Kevin C. Tang Tang Capital Management, LLC 4747 Executive Drive, Suite 510 San Diego, CA 92121 (858) 200-3830 (Na

April 24, 2012 EX-99.1

ASTRAZENECA TO ACQUIRE ARDEA BIOSCIENCES FOR $1.26 BILLION INCLUDING LEAD PRODUCT LESINURAD IN PHASE III DEVELOPMENT FOR

EX-99.1 4 d339523dex991.htm PRESS RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 ASTRAZENECA TO ACQUIRE ARDEA BIOSCIENCES FOR $1.26 BILLION INCLUDING LEAD PRODUCT LESINURAD IN PHASE III DEVELOPMENT FOR GOUT SAN DIEGO, April 23, 2012 — AstraZeneca and Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: RDEA) today announced that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement, pursuant to which AstraZeneca will acquire Ardea, a San Diego

April 24, 2012 EX-2.1

AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER ZENECA INC., a Delaware corporation, QAM CORP., a Delaware corporation, and ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. a Delaware corporation Dated as of April 21, 2012 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page(s) ARTICLE I. DESCRIPTION OF TRANSACTION 1 1.1 M

EX-2.1 2 d339523dex21.htm AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER Exhibit 2.1 AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER among: ZENECA INC., a Delaware corporation, QAM CORP., a Delaware corporation, and ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. a Delaware corporation Dated as of April 21, 2012 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page(s) ARTICLE I. DESCRIPTION OF TRANSACTION 1 1.1 Merger of Merger Sub into the Company 1 1.2 Effect of the Merger 1 1.3 Closin

April 24, 2012 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 21, 2012 ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-33734 94-3200380 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) Commission File

April 24, 2012 EX-2.1

AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER ZENECA INC., a Delaware corporation, QAM CORP., a Delaware corporation, and ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. a Delaware corporation Dated as of April 21, 2012 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page(s) ARTICLE I. DESCRIPTION OF TRANSACTION 1 1.1 M

Exhibit 2.1 AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER among: ZENECA INC., a Delaware corporation, QAM CORP., a Delaware corporation, and ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. a Delaware corporation Dated as of April 21, 2012 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page(s) ARTICLE I. DESCRIPTION OF TRANSACTION 1 1.1 Merger of Merger Sub into the Company 1 1.2 Effect of the Merger 1 1.3 Closing; Effective Time 1 1.4 Certificate of Incorporation; B

April 24, 2012 EX-99.1

ASTRAZENECA TO ACQUIRE ARDEA BIOSCIENCES FOR $1.26 BILLION INCLUDING LEAD PRODUCT LESINURAD IN PHASE III DEVELOPMENT FOR

Press release Exhibit 99.1 ASTRAZENECA TO ACQUIRE ARDEA BIOSCIENCES FOR $1.26 BILLION INCLUDING LEAD PRODUCT LESINURAD IN PHASE III DEVELOPMENT FOR GOUT SAN DIEGO, April 23, 2012 — AstraZeneca and Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: RDEA) today announced that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement, pursuant to which AstraZeneca will acquire Ardea, a San Diego, California-based biotechno

April 24, 2012 EX-10.1

VOTING AGREEMENT

Form of Voting Agreement Exhibit 10.1 VOTING AGREEMENT This VOTING AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of April 21, 2012 by and among Zeneca Inc. (“Parent”) and the undersigned stockholder (the “Stockholder”) of Ardea BioSciences, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”). RECITALS WHEREAS, concurrently with the execution of this Agreement, Parent, QAM Corp., a Delaware cor

April 24, 2012 DEFA14A

- FORM 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 21, 2012 ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 001-33734 94-3200380 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) Commission File

April 24, 2012 EX-10.1

VOTING AGREEMENT

Form of Voting Agreement Exhibit 10.1 VOTING AGREEMENT This VOTING AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of April 21, 2012 by and among Zeneca Inc. (“Parent”) and the undersigned stockholder (the “Stockholder”) of Ardea BioSciences, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”). RECITALS WHEREAS, concurrently with the execution of this Agreement, Parent, QAM Corp., a Delaware cor

April 23, 2012 SC 13D/A

RDEA / Ardea Biosciences, Inc. / BAKER JULIAN - SC 13D/A Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

April 23, 2012 DEFA14A

- SOLICITING MATERIAL

Soliciting Material UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

April 23, 2012 EX-99

VOTING AGREEMENT

VOTING AGREEMENT This Voting Agreement (this “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of April 21, 2012 by and among Zeneca Inc.

April 23, 2012 DEFA14A

- SOLICITING MATERIAL

Soliciting Material UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

April 10, 2012 DEF 14A

- DEF 14A

DEF 14A SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant þ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: ¨ Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) þ Definitive Proxy Statement ¨ Definitive Additional Materials ¨ Soliciting Material Pursuant to § 240.

April 2, 2012 EX-99.1

Summary Description of Ardea Biosciences, Inc. 2012 Executive Bonus Plan As of April 2, 2012

Summary Description of Ardea Biosciences, Inc. 2012 Executive Bonus Plan As of April 2, 2012 Eligibility: Generally, employees of Ardea Biosciences, Inc. with a title of Vice President or above are eligible to participate in the 2012 Executive Bonus Plan (the “Plan”). Participants must be employed with Ardea Biosciences, Inc. on the day that bonuses are paid in order to be eligible for a bonus. Bo

April 2, 2012 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): March 27, 2012 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33734 94-3200380 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employer o

March 9, 2012 EX-99.1

Ardea Biosciences Reports Recent Accomplishments and Announces Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2011 Financial Results

EX-99.1 2 exhibit1.htm EX-99.1 Contact: John Beck Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] Ardea Biosciences Reports Recent Accomplishments and Announces Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2011 Financial Results SAN DIEGO, March 9, 2012 — Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: RDEA), a biotechnology company focused on the development of small-molecule therapeutics for the treatment of serious

March 9, 2012 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

8-K 1 htm44476.htm LIVE FILING UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): March 9, 2012 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33734 94-3200380 (State or other jurisdiction

March 9, 2012 10-K

Annual Report - FORM 10-K

Form 10-K Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

February 10, 2012 SC 13G/A

RDEA / Ardea Biosciences, Inc. / Visium Asset Management, LP - AMENDMENT NO.4 Passive Investment

Amendment No.4 SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.4)* Ardea Biosciences (Name of Issuer) COMMON STOCK, $.001 PER SHARE (Title of Class of Securities) 03969P107 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2011 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to

February 10, 2012 SC 13G/A

RDEA / Ardea Biosciences, Inc. / Visium Asset Management, LP - AMENDMENT NO. 5 Passive Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 5)* Ardea Biosciences (Name of Issuer) COMMON STOCK, $.001 PER SHARE (Title of Class of Securities) 03969P107 (CUSIP Number) February 1, 2012 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Sch

February 6, 2012 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 1, 2012 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-33734 94-3200380 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission

February 6, 2012 EX-99.2

ARDEA BIOSCIENCES PRICES PUBLIC OFFERING OF COMMON STOCK

Exhibit 99.2 ARDEA BIOSCIENCES PRICES PUBLIC OFFERING OF COMMON STOCK SAN DIEGO—February 1, 2012—Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: RDEA) today announced the pricing of an underwritten public offering of 8,500,000 shares of its common stock, offered at a price to the public of $17.00 per share. The gross proceeds to Ardea from this offering are expected to be $144.5 million, before deducting underwr

February 6, 2012 EX-99.3

ARDEA BIOSCIENCES ANNOUNCES EXERCISE IN FULL OF OVER-ALLOTMENT OPTION AND COMPLETION OF PUBLIC OFFERING OF COMMON STOCK

EX-99.3 6 d292037dex993.htm PRESS RELEASE DATED FEBRUARY 6, 2012 Exhibit 99.3 ARDEA BIOSCIENCES ANNOUNCES EXERCISE IN FULL OF OVER-ALLOTMENT OPTION AND COMPLETION OF PUBLIC OFFERING OF COMMON STOCK SAN DIEGO—February 6, 2012—Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: RDEA) today announced the completion of an underwritten public offering of 9,775,000 shares of its common stock, including 1,275,000 shares so

February 6, 2012 SC 13D/A

RDEA / Ardea Biosciences, Inc. / BAKER JULIAN - SC 13D/A Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

February 6, 2012 EX-99.1

ARDEA BIOSCIENCES ANNOUNCES PROPOSED PUBLIC OFFERING OF COMMON STOCK

EX-99.1 4 d292037dex991.htm PRESS RELEASE DATED JANUARY 31, 2012 Exhibit 99.1 ARDEA BIOSCIENCES ANNOUNCES PROPOSED PUBLIC OFFERING OF COMMON STOCK SAN DIEGO—January 31, 2012—Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: RDEA) today announced that it intends to offer and sell, subject to market and other conditions, shares of its common stock in an underwritten public offering. There can be no assurance as to w

February 6, 2012 EX-1.1

8,500,000 Shares ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. Common Stock ($0.001 par value per Share) UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT

EX-1.1 2 d292037dex11.htm UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT Exhibit 1.1 EXECUTION VERSION 8,500,000 Shares ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. Common Stock ($0.001 par value per Share) UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT February 1, 2012 Jefferies & Company, Inc. as Representative of the several Underwriters c/o Jefferies & Company, Inc. 520 Madison Avenue New York, New York 10022 Ladies and Gentlemen: Introductory. Ardea Bioscience

February 3, 2012 SC 13D/A

RDEA / Ardea Biosciences, Inc. / TANG CAPITAL PARTNERS LP - AMENDMENT NO. 9 Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 9)* ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, $0.001 par value per share (Title of Class of Securities) 03969P107 (CUSIP Number) Kevin C. Tang Tang Capital Management, LLC 4747 Executive Drive, Suite 510 San Diego, CA 92121 (858) 200-3830 (Nam

February 3, 2012 424B5

8,500,000 Shares

Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration Statement No. 333-178746 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT (to Prospectus dated January 12, 2012) 8,500,000 Shares Common Stock We are offering 8,500,000 shares of our common stock. Our common stock is listed on The NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol “RDEA”. On January 31, 2012, the last reported sale price of our common stock on The NA

February 1, 2012 S-3MEF

- FORM S-3 MEF

Form S-3 MEF As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 1, 2012 Registration No.

January 31, 2012 424B5

Shares Common Stock

Preliminary Prospectus Supplement Table of Contents The information in this preliminary prospectus supplement is not complete and may be changed.

January 31, 2012 8-K

Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 31, 2012 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-33734 94-3200380 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission

January 12, 2012 424B3

$150,000,000 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. Common Stock Preferred Stock Debt Securities

Prospectus Table of Contents This filing is made pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3) under the Securities Act of 1933 in connection with Registration No.

January 10, 2012 SC 13G

RDEA / Ardea Biosciences, Inc. / WELLINGTON MANAGEMENT GROUP LLP - DISCLOSURE DOCUMENT Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 03969P107 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2011 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this

January 10, 2012 CORRESP

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Acceleration Request January 10, 2012 VIA EDGAR AND FACSIMILE Jeffrey Riedler Division of Corporation Finance U.

January 9, 2012 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits - FORM 8-K

Form 8-K Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

January 9, 2012 EX-99.1

Ardea Biosciences

EX-99.1 2 d279451dex991.htm ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. PRESENTATION MATERIALS Ardea Biosciences Company Update January 9, 2012 Exhibit 99.1 Statements contained in this presentation regarding matters that are not historical facts are “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Because such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties,

January 5, 2012 COVER

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Comment Letter to SEC VIA U.S. MAIL AND EDGAR January 5, 2012 Jeffrey Riedler Assistant Director Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Ardea Biosciences, Inc. Registration Statement on Form S-3 Filed December 23, 2011 File No. 333-178746 Dear Mr. Riedler: On behalf of Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (“Ardea” or the “Company”), I co

January 5, 2012 S-3/A

- AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-3

Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 5, 2012 Registration No.

December 23, 2011 EX-12.1

Statement Regarding Computation of Ratios of Earnings to Fixed Charges and Ratio of Combined Fixed Charges and Preference Dividends to Earnings Year ended Nine months 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 9/30/11 Earnings: Loss before income taxes $ (2,746 ) $ (2

Statement Regarding Computation of Ratios EXHIBIT 12.1 Statement Regarding Computation of Ratios of Earnings to Fixed Charges and Ratio of Combined Fixed Charges and Preference Dividends to Earnings Year ended Nine months 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 9/30/11 Earnings: Loss before income taxes $ (2,746 ) $ (27,574 ) $ (56,475 ) $ (29,951 ) $ (41,143 ) $ (55,824 ) Add: fixed charges — — (215 ) (1,323 )

December 23, 2011 EX-4.5

ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. FORM OF SUBORDINATED DEBT INDENTURE TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE ARTICLE 1 DEFINITIONS 1 Section 1.01 Definitions of Terms 1 ARTICLE 2 ISSUE, DESCRIPTION, TERMS, EXECUTION, REGISTRATION AND EXCHANGE OF SECURITIES 4 Section 2.01 Desi

EXHIBIT 4.5 ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. AND [TRUSTEE], TRUSTEE FORM OF SUBORDINATED DEBT INDENTURE TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE ARTICLE 1 DEFINITIONS 1 Section 1.01 Definitions of Terms 1 ARTICLE 2 ISSUE, DESCRIPTION, TERMS, EXECUTION, REGISTRATION AND EXCHANGE OF SECURITIES 4 Section 2.01 Designation and Terms of Securities 4 Section 2.02 Form of Securities and Trustee’s Certificate 6 Section 2.03 Denomina

December 23, 2011 EX-4.10

ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. , AS WARRANT AGENT FORM OF DEBT SECURITIES WARRANT AGREEMENT ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. DEBT SECURITIES WARRANT AGREEMENT

EXHIBIT 4.10 ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. and , AS WARRANT AGENT FORM OF DEBT SECURITIES WARRANT AGREEMENT ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. DEBT SECURITIES WARRANT AGREEMENT DEBT SECURITIES WARRANT AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”), dated as of between ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”) and , a [corporation] [national banking association] organized and existing under the laws of and havi

December 23, 2011 EX-4.9

ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. , AS WARRANT AGENT FORM OF PREFERRED STOCK WARRANT AGREEMENT ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. PREFERRED STOCK WARRANT AGREEMENT

EXHIBIT 4.9 ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. and , AS WARRANT AGENT FORM OF PREFERRED STOCK WARRANT AGREEMENT ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. PREFERRED STOCK WARRANT AGREEMENT PREFERRED STOCK WARRANT AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”), dated as of between ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”) and , a [corporation] [national banking association] organized and existing under the laws of and havin

December 23, 2011 EX-4.4

ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. FORM OF SENIOR DEBT INDENTURE TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE 1 DEFINITIONS 1 Section 1.01 Definitions Of Terms 1 ARTICLE 2 ISSUE, DESCRIPTION, TERMS, EXECUTION, REGISTRATION AND EXCHANGE OF SECURITIES 4 Section 2.01 Designatio

EX-4.4 2 d267697dex44.htm FORM OF SENIOR DEBT INDENTURE EXHIBIT 4.4 ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. ISSUER AND [TRUSTEE], TRUSTEE FORM OF SENIOR DEBT INDENTURE TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE 1 DEFINITIONS 1 Section 1.01 Definitions Of Terms 1 ARTICLE 2 ISSUE, DESCRIPTION, TERMS, EXECUTION, REGISTRATION AND EXCHANGE OF SECURITIES 4 Section 2.01 Designation And Terms Of Securities 4 Section 2.02 Form Of Sec

December 23, 2011 EX-4.8

ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. , AS WARRANT AGENT FORM OF COMMON STOCK WARRANT AGREEMENT ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. COMMON STOCK WARRANT AGREEMENT

EXHIBIT 4.8 ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. and , AS WARRANT AGENT FORM OF COMMON STOCK WARRANT AGREEMENT ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. COMMON STOCK WARRANT AGREEMENT COMMON STOCK WARRANT AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”), dated as of between ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”) and, a [corporation] [national banking association] organized and existing under the laws of and having a corpor

December 23, 2011 S-3

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 23, 2011

Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 23, 2011 Registration No.

December 22, 2011 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Form: 8-K) UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): December 16, 2011 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33734 94-3200380 (State or other juri

December 19, 2011 EX-99.1

Ardea Biosciences Initiates Phase 3 Clinical Development Program for Lesinurad

EX-99.1 Contact: John Beck Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] Ardea Biosciences Initiates Phase 3 Clinical Development Program for Lesinurad SAN DIEGO, December 19, 2011 — Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: RDEA) today announced that it has initiated the first of four planned Phase 3 clinical trials in its development program for lesinurad, the Company’s lead product candidate

December 19, 2011 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Form: 8-K) UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): December 19, 2011 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33734 94-3200380 (State or other juri

November 7, 2011 EX-99.1

Ardea Biosciences Provides Additional Positive Clinical Results for Lesinurad and Initial Clinical Results for RDEA3170 at the 2011 ACR/ARHP Annual Scientific 90% Response Rate at 44 Weeks for Lesinurad/Allopurinol Combination in Ongoing Extension Pe

Exhibit 99.1 Contact: John Beck Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] Ardea Biosciences Provides Additional Positive Clinical Results for Lesinurad and Initial Clinical Results for RDEA3170 at the 2011 ACR/ARHP Annual Scientific Meeting 90% Response Rate at 44 Weeks for Lesinurad/Allopurinol Combination in Ongoing Extension Period of Phase 2b Study CHICAGO, November 7, 2011 — A

November 7, 2011 EX-99.2

Ardea Biosciences

Ardea Biosciences, Inc. presentation materials Ardea Biosciences Company Update November 7, 2011 Exhibit 99.2 2 Safe Harbor Statement Statements contained in this presentation regarding matters that are not historical facts are “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Because such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, act

November 7, 2011 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 7, 2011 Ardea Bioscience

Form 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 7, 2011 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-33734 94-3200380 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Co

November 4, 2011 EX-99.1

Ardea Biosciences Reports Recent Accomplishments, Important Upcoming Events and Third Quarter 2011 Financial Results

Contact: John Beck Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] Ardea Biosciences Reports Recent Accomplishments, Important Upcoming Events and Third Quarter 2011 Financial Results SAN DIEGO, November 4, 2011 — Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: RDEA), a biotechnology company focused on the development of small-molecule therapeutics for the treatment of serious diseases, today reported

November 4, 2011 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2011 OR ¨ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 1-33734 ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC.

November 4, 2011 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Form: 8-K) UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): November 4, 2011 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33734 94-3200380 (State or other juris

October 3, 2011 CORRESP

VIA U.S. MAIL AND EDGAR

Correspondence VIA U.S. MAIL AND EDGAR October 3, 2011 James Rosenberg Senior Assistant Chief Accountant Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Ardea Biosciences, Inc. Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2010 Filed March 11, 2011 File No. 001-33734 Dear Mr. Rosenberg: On behalf of Ardea Biosciences, In

September 12, 2011 CORRESP

VIA U.S. MAIL AND EDGAR

Correspondence VIA U.S. MAIL AND EDGAR September 12, 2011 James Rosenberg Senior Assistant Chief Accountant Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Ardea Biosciences, Inc. Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2010 Filed March 11, 2011 File No. 001-33734 Dear Mr. Rosenberg: On behalf of Ardea Biosciences,

September 7, 2011 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 7, 2011 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-33734 94-3200380 (State or other jurisdiction of incorpor

September 7, 2011 EX-99.2

in gout patients otherwise eligible for the following Phase 3 studies:

Ardea Biosciences, Inc. presentation materials Long-term Allopurinol Safety Trial (LASSO) – open-label interventional studies of allopurinol in gout patients otherwise eligible for the following Phase 3 studies: Combination Study of Lesinurad in Allopurinol Standard of Care Inadequate Responders (CLEAR #1) – randomized, placebo-controlled trial of lesinurad added to allopurinol in patients not rea

September 7, 2011 EX-99.1

Ardea Biosciences Announces Positive End-of-Phase 2 Meetings with FDA for Lesinurad

Press release Exhibit 99.1 Contact: John Beck Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] Ardea Biosciences Announces Positive End-of-Phase 2 Meetings with FDA for Lesinurad SAN DIEGO, September 7, 2011 — Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: RDEA) announced today that it has completed formal End-of-Phase 2 meetings with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and successfully reached

August 26, 2011 S-8

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 26, 2011

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 26, 2011 Registration No.

August 5, 2011 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q

10-Q 1 a59144e10vq.htm FORM 10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) þ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2011 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period f

August 5, 2011 EX-99.1

Ardea Biosciences Reports Recent Accomplishments and Second Quarter 2011 Financial Results

EX-99.1 Contact: John Beck Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] Ardea Biosciences Reports Recent Accomplishments and Second Quarter 2011 Financial Results SAN DIEGO, August 5, 2011 — Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: RDEA), a biotechnology company focused on the development of small-molecule therapeutics for the treatment of serious diseases, today reported recent accomplishmen

August 5, 2011 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Form: 8-K) UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): August 5, 2011 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33734 94-3200380 (State or other jurisdi

August 2, 2011 CORRESP

VIA U.S. MAIL AND EDGAR

Correspondence Letter VIA U.S. MAIL AND EDGAR August 2, 2011 James Rosenberg Senior Assistant Chief Accountant Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Ardea Biosciences, Inc. Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2010 Filed March 11, 2011 File No. 001-33734 Dear Mr. Rosenberg: On behalf of Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (“Ardea”

May 25, 2011 EX-99.2

Ardea Biosciences Provides Additional Results from a Phase 2b Study of Lesinurad in Combination with Allopurinol at the Annual European Congress of Rheumatology Adding Lesinurad to Allopurinol Produced a 91% Response Rate at 28 Weeks in the Extension

exv99w2 Exhibit 99.2 Contact: John Beck Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] Ardea Biosciences Provides Additional Results from a Phase 2b Study of Lesinurad in Combination with Allopurinol at the Annual European Congress of Rheumatology Adding Lesinurad to Allopurinol Produced a 91% Response Rate at 28 Weeks in the Extension Period in Patients Who Failed to Respond to Allopur

May 25, 2011 EX-99.3

Lesinurad (RDEA594), A Novel Oral Uricosuric Agent, in Combination with Febuxostat Shows Significant Additive Urate Lowering Effects in Gout Subjects with 100% Response Achieved for All Combination Dose Regimens R. Fleischmann1, Z. Shen2, L. Yeh2, B.

exv99w3 Exhibit 99.3 EFFICACY AND SAFETY OF LESINURAD (RDEA594), A NOVEL URICOSURIC AGENT, GIVEN IN COMBINATION WITH ALLOPURINOL IN ALLOPURINOL-REFRACTORY GOUT PATIENTS: RANDOMIZED, DOUBLE-BLIND, PLACEBO- CONTROLLED, PHASE 2B STUDY F. Perez-Ruiz, J. Sundy, E. Krishnan, V. Hingorani, J. Welp, M. Suster, K. Manhard, Z. Shen, L. Yeh, B. Quart. Annual European Congress of Rheumatology EULAR 201125-28

May 25, 2011 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 19, 2011 Ardea Biosciences, I

e8vk UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 19, 2011 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-33734 94-3200380 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer of

May 25, 2011 EX-99.1

Summary Description of Ardea Biosciences, Inc. 2011 Executive Bonus Plan As of May 19, 2011

Exhibit 99.1 Summary Description of Ardea Biosciences, Inc. 2011 Executive Bonus Plan As of May 19, 2011 Eligibility: Generally, employees of Ardea Biosciences, Inc. with a title of Vice President or above are eligible to participate in the 2011 Executive Bonus Plan (the “Plan”). Participants must be employed with Ardea Biosciences, Inc. on the day that bonuses are paid in order to be eligible for

May 9, 2011 EX-99.1

Ardea Biosciences Reports Recent Accomplishments and Announces First Quarter 2011 Financial Results

Contact: John Beck Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] Ardea Biosciences Reports Recent Accomplishments and Announces First Quarter 2011 Financial Results SAN DIEGO, May 9, 2011 — Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: RDEA), a biotechnology company focused on the development of small-molecule therapeutics for the treatment of serious diseases, today reported recent accomplishments

May 9, 2011 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Form: 8-K) UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): May 9, 2011 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-33734 94-3200380 (State or other jurisdicti

May 9, 2011 EX-10.1

EXECUTIVE EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT

EX-10.1 2 a59453exv10w1.htm EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 EXECUTIVE EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This Employment Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into effective as of February 28, 2011 (the “Effective Date”), by and between Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (the “Company”) and David T. Hagerty, MD (the “Executive”). The Company and the Executive are hereinafter collectively referred to as the “Parties”, and i

May 9, 2011 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q

e10vq Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) þ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2011 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 1-33734 ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC.

April 12, 2011 DEFR14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1) Filed by the Registrant þ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o

defr14a Table of Contents SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

April 11, 2011 DEF 14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant þ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o

def14a Table of Contents SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant þ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) þ Definitive Proxy Statement o Definitive Additional Materials o Soliciting Material Pursuant to § 240.

April 8, 2011 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 6, 2011 Ardea Biosciences,

e8vk UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 6, 2011 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-33734 94-3200380 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissio

March 11, 2011 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 11, 2011 Ardea Biosciences,

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March 11, 2011 EX-10.8

ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. 2000 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN Approved by the Board of Directors January 25, 2000 Approved by Stockholders February 25, 2000 Revised by Board of Directors October 8, 2007

EX-10.8 2 a58942exv10w8.htm EX-10.8 Exhibit 10.8 ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. 2000 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN Approved by the Board of Directors January 25, 2000 Approved by Stockholders February 25, 2000 Revised by Board of Directors October 8, 2007 1. Purpose. (a) The purpose of this 2000 Employee Stock Purchase Plan (the “Plan”) is to provide a means by which employees of Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (

March 11, 2011 EX-99.1

Ardea Biosciences Reports Recent Accomplishments and Announces Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2010 Financial Results

exv99w1 Exhibit 99.1 Contact: John Beck Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] Ardea Biosciences Reports Recent Accomplishments and Announces Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2010 Financial Results SAN DIEGO, March 11, 2011 — Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: RDEA), a biotechnology company focused on the development of small-molecule therapeutics for the treatment of serious diseases

March 11, 2011 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K (Mark One) þ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2010 or o TRANSITION REPORT PUR

10-K 1 a58942e10vk.htm FORM 10-K Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K (Mark One) þ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2010 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from

February 14, 2011 SC 13G/A

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 13G/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 5)* Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Shares, no par value (Title of Class of Securities) 03969P107 (CUSIP N

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 13G/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

February 11, 2011 SC 13G/A

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 3)* Ardea Biosciences (Name of Issuer) COMMON STOCK, $.001 PER SHARE (Title of Class of Securities) (CUSIP Number) Decembe

Schedule 13G Amendment No. 3 SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 3)* Ardea Biosciences (Name of Issuer) COMMON STOCK, $.001 PER SHARE (Title of Class of Securities) 03969P107 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2010 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the r

January 24, 2011 SC 13D/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 9)*

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

January 24, 2011 SC 13D/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 8)* ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. (Name of Issuer)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 8)* ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, $0.001 par value per share (Title of Class of Securities) 03969P107 (CUSIP Number) Kevin C. Tang Tang Capital Management, LLC 4401 Eastgate Mall San Diego, CA 92121 (858) 200-3830 (Name, Address an

January 21, 2011 EX-99.1

ARDEA BIOSCIENCES PRICES PUBLIC OFFERING OF COMMON STOCK

Exhibit 99.1 Contact: John Beck Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] ARDEA BIOSCIENCES PRICES PUBLIC OFFERING OF COMMON STOCK SAN DIEGO—January 20, 2011—Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: RDEA) today announced the pricing of a previously announced underwritten public offering of 2,750,000 shares of its common stock, offered at a price to the public of $26.00 per share. The gross

January 21, 2011 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 20, 2011 Ardea Bioscience

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January 21, 2011 EX-1.1

2,750,000 Shares ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. Common Stock ($0.001 par value per Share) UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT

Exhibit 1.1 EXECUTION COPY 2,750,000 Shares ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. Common Stock ($0.001 par value per Share) UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT January 20, 2011 Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated Jefferies & Company, Inc. as Representatives of the several Underwriters c/o Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated One Bryant Park New York, New York 10036 Ladies and Gentlemen: Introduc

January 21, 2011 424B5

2,750,000 Shares Common Stock

Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration No. 333-170105 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT (to Prospectus dated November 15, 2010) 2,750,000 Shares Common Stock We are selling 2,750,000 shares of our common stock. Our shares trade on The NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol “RDEA.” On January 19, 2011, the last sale price of the shares as reported on The NASDAQ Global Select Mark

January 19, 2011 424B5

Subject to Completion Preliminary Prospectus Supplement dated January 19, 2011

e424b5 Table of Contents The information contained in this prospectus supplement is not complete and may be changed.

January 19, 2011 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 19, 2011 Ardea Bioscience

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January 10, 2011 EX-99.1

Ardea Biosciences Earns $15 Million Payment from Bayer HealthCare AG for Achievement of Important Clinical Milestone in Ongoing Collaboration Bayer Advances BAY 86-9766 into Phase 2 Clinical Trial for Liver Cancer

exv99w1 Exhibit 99.1 Contact: John Beck Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] Ardea Biosciences Earns $15 Million Payment from Bayer HealthCare AG for Achievement of Important Clinical Milestone in Ongoing Collaboration Bayer Advances BAY 86-9766 into Phase 2 Clinical Trial for Liver Cancer SAN DIEGO, January 10, 2011 — Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: RDEA) today announced tha

January 10, 2011 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 10, 2011 Ardea Bioscience

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January 6, 2011 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 6, 2011 Ardea Biosciences

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January 6, 2011 EX-99.2

EX-99.2

Exhibit 99.2 Ardea Biosciences Company Update January 6, 2011 Safe Harbor Statement Statements contained in this presentation regarding matters that are not historical facts are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Because such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, actual results may differ materially from those expre

January 6, 2011 EX-99.1

Ardea Biosciences Announces Positive Top-Line Results from Phase 2b Combination Study of RDEA594 in Allopurinol-Refractory Gout Patients Adding RDEA594 to Allopurinol Achieved Up to 89% Response Rate in Patients Who Failed to Achieve Target Response

exv99w1 Exhibit 99.1 Ardea John Beck Contact: Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] Ardea Biosciences Announces Positive Top-Line Results from Phase 2b Combination Study of RDEA594 in Allopurinol-Refractory Gout Patients Adding RDEA594 to Allopurinol Achieved Up to 89% Response Rate in Patients Who Failed to Achieve Target Response on Allopurinol Alone Conference Call and Webca

December 21, 2010 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 15, 2010 Ardea Bioscienc

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November 18, 2010 EX-99.1

A Multi-Center Phase 1, Dose —Escalation Trial to Determine the Safety and Pharmacokinetics/Pharmacodynamics of BAY 86-9766 (RDEA119), a MEK Inhibitor, in Advanced Cancer Patients C. D. Weekes1, D. D. Von Hoff2, A. A. Adjei3, L. Yeh4 , D. Leffingwell

Exhibit 99.1 Poster #109 A Multi-Center Phase 1, Dose —Escalation Trial to Determine the Safety and Pharmacokinetics/Pharmacodynamics of BAY 86-9766 (RDEA119), a MEK Inhibitor, in Advanced Cancer Patients C. D. Weekes1, D. D. Von Hoff2, A. A. Adjei3, L. Yeh4 , D. Leffingwell 4, B. Sheedy4, C. Iverson4, P. Rajagopalan5, R. Dubowy5, N. Clendeninn4 1University of Colorado Cancer Center, Aurora, CO; 2

November 18, 2010 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 18, 2010 Ardea Bioscienc

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November 17, 2010 424B3

$100,000,000 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. Common Stock Warrants Units

e424b3 Table of Contents This filing is made pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3) under the Securities Act of 1933 in connection with Registration No.

November 9, 2010 EX-99.1

Ardea Biosciences Reports Recent Accomplishments and Third Quarter and Year-to-Date 2010 Financial Results Enrollment Completed in Phase 2b Study Evaluating RDEA594 Added to Allopurinol in Gout Patients Not Adequately Responding to Allopurinol Alone

exv99w1 Exhibit 99.1 Ardea John Beck Contact: Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] Ardea Biosciences Reports Recent Accomplishments and Third Quarter and Year-to-Date 2010 Financial Results Enrollment Completed in Phase 2b Study Evaluating RDEA594 Added to Allopurinol in Gout Patients Not Adequately Responding to Allopurinol Alone SAN DIEGO, November 9, 2010 — Ardea Bioscience

November 9, 2010 EX-10.1

Ardea Biosciences Inc. 2004 Stock Incentive Plan Stock Issuance Agreement

EX-10.1 2 a57772exv10w1.htm EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 Ardea Biosciences Inc. 2004 Stock Incentive Plan Stock Issuance Agreement This Stock Issuance Agreement (the “Agreement”) is entered into as of [ ] 20, between Ardea Biosciences Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), and (the “Executive”). Whereas, the Company has employed the Executive pursuant to the terms of that certain Executive Employme

November 9, 2010 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 9, 2010 Ardea Bioscience

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November 9, 2010 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) þ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2010 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 1-33734 ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC.

November 8, 2010 EX-99.2

Drug Candidate Event Date Gout Gout Gout RDEA594 Phase 2a - Cohort 2 Allopurinol Combo Results (Study 201) ? RDEA594 Febuxostat Combination Study Results (Study 105) ? RDEA594 Phase 2b Monotherapy Study Results (Study 202) ? RDEA594 Phase 2b Allopuri

Exhibit 99.2 Drug Candidate Event Date Gout Gout Gout RDEA594 Phase 2a - Cohort 2 Allopurinol Combo Results (Study 201) ? RDEA594 Febuxostat Combination Study Results (Study 105) ? RDEA594 Phase 2b Monotherapy Study Results (Study 202) ? RDEA594 Phase 2b Allopurinol Add-On Study Results (Study 203) 2H10 RDEA594 Renal Impairment Study Results (Study 204) ? RDEA594 Phase 1b Allopurinol combination (

November 8, 2010 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 8, 2010 Ardea Bioscience

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November 8, 2010 EX-99.1

Ardea Biosciences Announces Positive Results for RDEA594 in Combination with Febuxostat or Allopurinol in Gout Patients 100% Response Rate Achieved with All Doses of RDEA594 Combined with Febuxostat or Allopurinol; Serum Uric Acid Levels Reduced by U

exv99w1 Exhibit 99.1 Contact: John Beck Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] Ardea Biosciences Announces Positive Results for RDEA594 in Combination with Febuxostat or Allopurinol in Gout Patients 100% Response Rate Achieved with All Doses of RDEA594 Combined with Febuxostat or Allopurinol; Serum Uric Acid Levels Reduced by Up to 80% Company to Host Webcast at 8:30 PM Eastern

October 22, 2010 S-3

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 22, 2010

Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 22, 2010 Registration No.

October 22, 2010 EX-4.4

ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. and , AS WARRANT AGENT FORM OF COMMON STOCK WARRANT AGREEMENT

EXHIBIT 4.4 ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. and , AS WARRANT AGENT FORM OF COMMON STOCK WARRANT AGREEMENT ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. COMMON STOCK WARRANT AGREEMENT COMMON STOCK WARRANT AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”), dated as of between ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”) and, a [corporation] [national banking association] organized and existing under the laws of and having a corpor

October 22, 2010 EX-16.1

Los Angeles Orange County San Francisco East Bay Silicon Valley San Diego Hong Kong

Exhibit 16.1 October 21, 2010 Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549-7561 We have read Item 4.01 included in the Form 8-K/A of Ardea Biosciences, Inc. dated October 1, 2010 to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. We agree with the statements concerning our Firm in such Form 8-K/A; we are not in a position to agree or disagree with other statem

October 22, 2010 8-K/A

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Changes in Registrant's Certifying Accountant

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 1, 2010 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-33734 94-3200380 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission

October 7, 2010 EX-16.1

WWW.SJACCOUNTING.COM Los Angeles Orange County San Francisco East Bay Silicon Valley San Diego Hong Kong

exv16w1 Exhibit 16.1 October 7, 2010 Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549-7561 We have read Item 4.01 included in the Form 8-K of Ardea Biosciences, Inc. dated October 1, 2010, to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. We agree with the statements concerning our Firm in such Form 8-K; we are not in a position to agree or disagree with other st

October 7, 2010 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 1, 2010 Ardea Biosciences

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September 17, 2010 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 17, 2010 Ardea Bioscien

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August 10, 2010 SC 13G/A

By signing below, Prudential Financial, Inc. certifies that, to the best of its

DOCUMENT TYPE SC 13G/A TEXT SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Amendment # 1 Name of Issuer: Ardea Biosciences, Inc. Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 03969P107 1) NAME AND I.R.S. IDENTIFICATION NO. OF REPORTING PERSON Prudential Financial, Inc. 22-3703799 2.) MEMBER OF A GROUP: (a) N/A (b) N/A 3)

August 6, 2010 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 6, 2010 Ardea Biosciences,

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August 6, 2010 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) þ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2010 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 1-33734 ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC.

August 6, 2010 EX-10.1

EXECUTIVE EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT

Exhibit 10.1 EXECUTIVE EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This Employment Agreement (the “Agreement") is made and entered into effective as of April 6, 2010 (the “Effective Date"), by and between Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (the “Company") and Stephen Davis (the “Executive"). The Company and the Executive are hereinafter collectively referred to as the “Parties", and individually referred to as a “Party". Recitals

August 6, 2010 EX-99.1

Ardea Biosciences Reports Recent Accomplishments and Second Quarter 2010 Financial Results

exv99w1 Exhibit 99.1 Ardea John Beck Contact: Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] Media Heidi Chokeir, Ph.D. Contact: Russo Partners, LLC (619) 528-2217 [email protected] Ardea Biosciences Reports Recent Accomplishments and Second Quarter 2010 Financial Results SAN DIEGO, August 6, 2010 — Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: RDEA), a biotechnology company focused

June 18, 2010 EX-99.1

Positive Phase 2 Data on RDEA594, Ardea Biosciences’ Lead Product Candidate for the Treatment of Hyperuricemia and Gout, Presented at the Annual European Congress of Rheumatology New Data from Five Clinical Studies Reinforce RDEA594’s Robust Efficacy

exv99w1 Exhibit 99.1 Ardea Contact: John Beck Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] Media Contact: Heidi Chokeir, Ph.D. Russo Partners, LLC (619) 528-2217 [email protected] Positive Phase 2 Data on RDEA594, Ardea Biosciences’ Lead Product Candidate for the Treatment of Hyperuricemia and Gout, Presented at the Annual European Congress of Rheumatology New Data fr

June 18, 2010 EX-99.2

EX-99.2

exv99w2 Exhibit 99.2 EFFICACY AND SAFETY OF A RANGE OF DOSES OF RDEA594, A NOVEL URICOSURIC AGENT, AS MONOTHERAPY IN GOUT PATIENTS: RANDOMIZED, DOUBLE-BLIND, PLACEBO-CONTROLLED, PHASE 2 EXPERIENCE F. Perez-Ruiz, V. Hingorani, J. Welp, B. Sheedy, K. Manhard, Z. Shen, J. Miner, M. Nguyen, D. Wilson, L. Yeh, B. Quart Annual European Congress of Rheumatology EULAR 2010 16-19 June 2010 Rome Disclosures

June 18, 2010 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 18, 2010 Ardea Biosciences,

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May 27, 2010 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 25, 2010 Ardea Biosciences, I

e8vk UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 25, 2010 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-33734 94-3200380 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission

May 10, 2010 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 10, 2010 Ardea Biosciences, I

e8vk Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

May 10, 2010 EX-99.1

EX-99.1

Exhibit 99.1 Company Update May 10, 2010 Safe Harbor Statement Statements contained in this presentation regarding matters that are not historical facts are "forward- looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Because such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by s

May 7, 2010 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) þ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

e10vq Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) þ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2010 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 1-33734 ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC.

May 7, 2010 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 7, 2010 Ardea Biosciences, In

e8vk UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 7, 2010 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 1-33734 (Commission File Number

May 7, 2010 EX-99.1

Ardea Biosciences Reports Recent Accomplishments and Announces First Quarter 2010 Financial Results

exv99w1 Exhibit 99.1 Ardea John Beck Contact: Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] Media Contact: Heidi Chokeir, Ph.D. Russo Partners, LLC (619) 528-2217 [email protected] Ardea Biosciences Reports Recent Accomplishments and Announces First Quarter 2010 Financial Results SAN DIEGO, May 7, 2010 — Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: RDEA) a biotechnology company fo

April 19, 2010 SC 13D/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 7 )* ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. (Name of Issuer)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 7 )* ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, $0.001 par value per share (Title of Class of Securities) 03969P107 (CUSIP Number) Kevin C. Tang Tang Capital Management, LLC 4401 Eastgate Mall San Diego, CA 92121 (858) 200-3830 (Name, Address a

April 16, 2010 DEF 14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant þ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o

def14a Table of Contents SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant þ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) þ Definitive Proxy Statement o Definitive Additional Materials o Soliciting Material Pursuant to § 240.

April 9, 2010 EX-99.2

Ardea Biosciences, Inc. Announces Completion of Public Offering of Common Stock

exv99w2 Exhibit 99.2 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. Announces Completion of Public Offering of Common Stock SAN DIEGO, April 9, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ —Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: RDEA) today announced the completion of a public offering of 4,025,000 shares of its common stock, including 525,000 shares sold pursuant to the full exercise of an overallotment option previously granted to the unde

April 9, 2010 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 6, 2010 Ardea Biosciences,

e8vk UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 6, 2010 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-33734 94-3200380 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissio

April 9, 2010 EX-1.1

3,500,000 Shares ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. Common Stock ($0.001 par value per Share) UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT

Exhibit 1.1 3,500,000 Shares ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. Common Stock ($0.001 par value per Share) UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT April 6, 2010 JEFFERIES & COMPANY, INC. As Representative of the several Underwriters c/o JEFFERIES & COMPANY, INC. 520 Madison Avenue New York, New York 10022 Ladies and Gentlemen: Introductory. Ardea Biosciences, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), proposes to issue and

April 9, 2010 EX-99.1

Ardea Biosciences, Inc. Announces Pricing of Public Offering of Common Stock

Exhibit 99.1 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. Announces Pricing of Public Offering of Common Stock SAN DIEGO, April 6, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ —Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: RDEA) today announced the pricing of a public offering of 3,500,000 shares of its common stock. The offering is expected to close on or about April 9, 2010, subject to customary closing conditions. In addition, Ardea Bioscience

April 8, 2010 SC 13D/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 8)* Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, Par Value $0.001 Per Share (Title of Class of Secur

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

April 7, 2010 424B5

3,500,000 Shares Common Stock

Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)5 Registration Statement No. 333-159279 Prospectus Supplement (to Prospectus dated June 5, 2009) 3,500,000 Shares Common Stock We are offering 3,500,000 shares of our common stock. Our common stock is quoted on The NASDAQ Global Market under the symbol “RDEA”. The last reported sale price of our common stock on The NASDAQ Global Market on April 5, 201

April 6, 2010 S-3MEF

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 6, 2010

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 6, 2010 Registration No.

April 5, 2010 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 31, 2010 Ardea Biosciences,

e8vk UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 31, 2010 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-33734 94-3200380 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissi

March 31, 2010 EX-99.1

Ardea Biosciences Announces Positive Top-Line Results from a Phase 2b Study of RDEA594 Given as Monotherapy in the Treatment of Hyperuricemia in Gout Patients RDEA594 Significantly Reduced Serum Urate Levels in Gout Patients and Was Well Tolerated Co

exv99w1 Exhibit 99.1 Ardea John Beck Contact: Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] Media Contact: Heidi Chokeir, Ph.D. Russo Partners, LLC (619) 528-2217 [email protected] Ardea Biosciences Announces Positive Top-Line Results from a Phase 2b Study of RDEA594 Given as Monotherapy in the Treatment of Hyperuricemia in Gout Patients RDEA594 Significantly Reduced S

March 31, 2010 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 31, 2010 Ardea Biosciences,

e8vk UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 31, 2010 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-33734 94-3200380 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer o

March 12, 2010 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 12, 2010 Ardea Biosciences,

e8vk Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

March 12, 2010 EX-10.10

ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. 2004 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN (As Amended and Restated Effective February 10, 2006) (As Amended December 21, 2006) (As Amended and Restated Effective June 29, 2007) (As Amended and Restated Effective December 16, 2009) ARTICLE ONE

exv10w10 Exhibit 10.10 ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. 2004 STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN (As Amended and Restated Effective February 10, 2006) (As Amended December 21, 2006) (As Amended and Restated Effective June 29, 2007) (As Amended and Restated Effective December 16, 2009) ARTICLE ONE GENERAL PROVISIONS I. PURPOSE OF THE PLAN This 2004 Stock Incentive Plan is intended to promote the interests of Ardea Bioscie

March 12, 2010 EX-99.1

Ardea Biosciences Reports Recent Accomplishments; Provides 2010 Outlook; Announces Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2009 Financial Results and 2010 Financial Guidance

exv99w1 Exhibit 99.1 Ardea Contact: John Beck Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] Media Heidi Chokeir, Ph.D. Contact: Russo Partners, LLC (619) 528-2217 [email protected] Ardea Biosciences Reports Recent Accomplishments; Provides 2010 Outlook; Announces Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2009 Financial Results and 2010 Financial Guidance SAN DIEGO, March 12, 2010 —

March 12, 2010 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K (Mark One) þ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2009 or o TRANSITION REPORT PUR

e10vk Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

March 8, 2010 EX-99.1

Summary Description of Ardea Biosciences, Inc. 2010 Executive Bonus Plan As of March 2, 2010

exv99w1 Exhibit 99.1 Summary Description of Ardea Biosciences, Inc. 2010 Executive Bonus Plan As of March 2, 2010 Eligibility: Generally, employees of Ardea Biosciences, Inc. with a title of Vice President or above are eligible to participate in the plan. Participants must be employed with Ardea Biosciences, Inc. on the day that bonuses are paid in order to be eligible for a bonus. Bonus Opportuni

March 8, 2010 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 2, 2010 Ardea Biosciences,

e8vk UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 2, 2010 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-33734 94-3200380 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissio

March 8, 2010 EX-99.2

Company Update March 8, 2010

exv99w2 Exhibit 99.2 Company Update March 8, 2010 Safe Harbor Statement Statements contained in this presentation regarding matters that are not historical facts are "forward- looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Because such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, actual results may differ materially from those expressed or imp

February 16, 2010 SC 13G/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2)* ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share (Title of Class of Sec

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2)* ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 03969P107 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2009 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the

February 12, 2010 SC 13G/A

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2)* Ardea Biosciences (Name of issuer) COMMON STOCK, $.001 PER SHARE (Title of class of securities) (CUSIP number) Decembe

Schedule 13G Amendment No. 2 SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2)* Ardea Biosciences (Name of issuer) COMMON STOCK, $.001 PER SHARE (Title of class of securities) 03969P107 (CUSIP number) December 31, 2009 (Date of event which requires filing of this statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the r

February 12, 2010 SC 13G

By signing below, Prudential Financial, Inc. certifies that, to the best of its

DOCUMENT TYPE SC 13G TEXT SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Name of Issuer: Ardea Biosciences, Inc. Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 03969P107 1) NAME AND I.R.S. IDENTIFICATION NO. OF REPORTING PERSON Prudential Financial, Inc. 22-3703799 2.) MEMBER OF A GROUP: (a) N/A (b) N/A 3) SEC USE ONLY: 4)

February 12, 2010 SC 13G/A

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 13G/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

February 12, 2010 SC 13D/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 7)* Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, Par Value $0.001 Per Share (Title of Class of Secur

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

February 9, 2010 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 8, 2010 Ardea Bioscience

e8vk UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 8, 2010 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-33734 94-3200380 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commis

February 9, 2010 EX-99.1

Ardea Biosciences Announces Appointment of Felix J. Baker, Ph.D. to Board of Directors

exv99w1 Exhibit 99.1 PRESS RELEASE Ardea Contact: John Beck Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] Media Contact: Heidi Chokeir, Ph.D. Russo Partners, LLC (619) 528-2217 [email protected] Ardea Biosciences Announces Appointment of Felix J. Baker, Ph.D. to Board of Directors SAN DIEGO, February 9, 2010 — Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: RDEA) today announced that

January 11, 2010 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 11, 2010 Ardea Bioscience

e8vk Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

January 11, 2010 EX-99.1

EX-99.1

exv99w1 Exhibit 99.1 Company Update January 11, 2010 Safe Harbor Statement Statements contained in this presentation regarding matters that are not historical facts are "forward- looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Because such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, actual results may differ materially from those expressed or

January 7, 2010 EX-99.1

Ardea Biosciences Reports Positive Results for RDEA594, its Lead Product Candidate for Gout, in Combination with Allopurinol or Febuxostat - 100% of patients reached target serum urate levels with the combination of RDEA594 and allopurinol - RDEA594

exv99w1 Exhibit 99.1 Ardea John Beck Contact: Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] Media Heidi Chokeir, Ph.D. Contact: Russo Partners, LLC (619) 528-2217 [email protected] Ardea Biosciences Reports Positive Results for RDEA594, its Lead Product Candidate for Gout, in Combination with Allopurinol or Febuxostat - 100% of patients reached target serum urate level

January 7, 2010 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 7, 2010 Ardea Biosciences

e8vk UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 7, 2010 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-33734 94-3200380 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

December 22, 2009 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 16, 2009 Ardea Bioscienc

e8vk UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 16, 2009 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-33734 94-3200380 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commi

December 16, 2009 CORRESP

4939 Directors Place, San Diego, CA 92121 Tel (858)652-6500 Fax (858) 625-0745 www.ardeabio.com

corresp VIA U.S. MAIL AND EDGAR December 16, 2009 Jeffrey P. Riedler Assistant Director Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street N.E. Mail Stop 3030 Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Ardea Biosciences, Inc. Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2008 Filed March 13, 2009 File No. 001-33734 DEF14A Filed April 16, 2009 File No. 001-33734 Dear Mr. Riedler: Reference

December 1, 2009 EX-99.2

Ardea Biosciences Reports Positive Results from Combination of RDEA594 and Febuxostat

Exhibit 99.2 PRESS RELEASE Ardea John Beck Contact: Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] Media Heidi Chokeir, Ph.D. Contact: Russo Partners, LLC (619) 528-2217 [email protected] Ardea Biosciences Reports Positive Results from Combination of RDEA594 and Febuxostat SAN DIEGO, December 1, 2009 — Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: RDEA) today announced positive resu

December 1, 2009 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 1, 2009 Ardea Bioscience

e8vk Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

December 1, 2009 EX-99.1

EX-99.1

Exhibit 99.1 Company Update December 1, 2009 Safe Harbor Statement Statements contained in this presentation regarding matters that are not historical facts are "forward- looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Because such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied

November 6, 2009 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 6, 2009 Ardea Bioscience

e8vk Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

November 6, 2009 EX-99.1

Ardea Biosciences Reports Recent Accomplishments and Announces Third Quarter and Year-to-Date 2009 Financial Results

exv99w1 Exhibit 99.1 PRESS RELEASE Contact: John Beck Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] Media Contact: Heidi Chokeir, Ph.D. Russo Partners, LLC (619) 528-2217 [email protected] Ardea Biosciences Reports Recent Accomplishments and Announces Third Quarter and Year-to-Date 2009 Financial Results SAN DIEGO, November 6, 2009 — Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: RD

November 6, 2009 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) þ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2009 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 1-33734 ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC.

November 3, 2009 EX-99.1

Company Update November 3, 2009

exv99w1 Exhibit 99.1 Company Update November 3, 2009 Safe Harbor Statement Statements contained in this presentation regarding matters that are not historical facts are "forward- looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Because such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, actual results may differ materially from those expressed or

November 3, 2009 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 2, 2009 Ardea Bioscience

e8vk Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

October 23, 2009 CORRESP

4939 Directors Place, San Diego, CA 92121 Tel (858)652-6500 Fax (858) 625-0745 www.ardeabio.com

corresp VIA U.S. MAIL AND EDGAR October 23, 2009 Jeffrey P. Riedler Assistant Director Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street N.E. Mail Stop 3030 Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Ardea Biosciences, Inc. Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2008 Filed March 13, 2009 File No. 001-33734 DEF14A Filed April 16, 2009 File No. 001-33734 Dear Mr. Riedler: On behalf

October 19, 2009 EX-99.1

EX-99.1

EX-99.1 2 a54060exv99w1.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Company Update October 19, 2009 Safe Harbor Statement Statements contained in this presentation regarding matters that are not historical facts are "forward- looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Because such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, actual results may differ materia

October 19, 2009 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 19, 2009 Ardea Bioscience

e8vk Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

October 19, 2009 EX-99.2

Ardea Biosciences Announces Additional Positive Results from a Phase 2a Study of RDEA594 at the 2009 ACR/ARHP Annual Scientific Meeting RDEA594 Significantly Reduced Serum Urate Levels in Gout Patients and Was Well Tolerated Conference Call and Webca

exv99w2 Exhibit 99.2 DRAFT Ardea Contact: John Beck Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] Media Contact: Heidi Chokeir, Ph.D. Russo Partners, LLC (619) 528-2217 [email protected] Ardea Biosciences Announces Additional Positive Results from a Phase 2a Study of RDEA594 at the 2009 ACR/ARHP Annual Scientific Meeting RDEA594 Significantly Reduced Serum Urate Levels

September 11, 2009 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 11, 2009 Ardea Bioscien

e8vk Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

September 11, 2009 EX-99.1

EX-99.1

exv99w1 Exhibit 99.1 Company Update September 11, 2009 Safe Harbor Statement Statements contained in this presentation regarding matters that are not historical facts are "forward- looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Because such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, actual results may differ materially from those expressed o

September 10, 2009 CORRESP

Re: Ardea Biosciences, Inc. Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2008 Filed March 13, 2009 File No. 001-33734 DEF14A Filed April 16, 2009 File No. 001-33734

FORM CORRESP VIA U.S. MAIL AND EDGAR September 10, 2009 Jeffrey P. Riedler Assistant Director Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street N.E. Mail Stop 3030 Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Ardea Biosciences, Inc. Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2008 Filed March 13, 2009 File No. 001-33734 DEF14A Filed April 16, 2009 File No. 001-33734 Dear Mr. Riedler: On

August 7, 2009 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 7, 2009 Ardea Biosciences,

e8vk Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

August 7, 2009 EX-10.1

DEVELOPMENT AND COMMERCIALIZATION LICENSE AGREEMENT

Exhibit 10.1 *** Text omitted and Filed Separately CONFIDENTIAL TREATMENT REQUESTED Under C.F.R. §§200.80(b)(4) and 240.24b-2 DEVELOPMENT AND COMMERCIALIZATION LICENSE AGREEMENT This Development and Commercialization License Agreement (the “Agreement”), is entered into as of April 27, 2009 (the “Signing Date”) by and between Ardea Biosciences, Inc., a Delaware corporation, having an address of 493

August 7, 2009 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) þ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2009 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 1-33734 ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC.

August 7, 2009 EX-99.1

Ardea Biosciences Reports Recent Accomplishments and Announces Second Quarter and Year-to-Date 2009 Financial Results

exv99w1 Exhibit 99.1 PRESS RELEASE Contact: John Beck Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] Media Heidi Chokier, Ph.D. Contact: Russo Partners, LLC (619) 528-2217 [email protected] Ardea Biosciences Reports Recent Accomplishments and Announces Second Quarter and Year-to-Date 2009 Financial Results SAN DIEGO, August 7, 2009 — Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: RDE

July 31, 2009 424B3

PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT No. 2 (TO PROSPECTUS DATED JANUARY 20, 2009) Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3) under the Securities Act of 1933 in connection with Registration No. 333-156708 ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. COMMON STOCK

e424b3 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT No. 2 (TO PROSPECTUS DATED JANUARY 20, 2009) Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3) under the Securities Act of 1933 in connection with Registration No. 333-156708 ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC. COMMON STOCK This prospectus supplement No. 2 supplements and amends the prospectus dated January 20, 2009, as supplemented, which is referred to herein as the Prior Prospectus, relating to

June 11, 2009 EX-99.1

Ardea Biosciences Announces Positive Interim Phase 2a Results for Lead Gout Drug, RDEA594 86% Response Rate in Gout Patients After Eight Days of Treatment

exv99w1 Exhibit 99.1 PRESS RELEASE Contact: John Beck Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] Ardea Biosciences Announces Positive Interim Phase 2a Results for Lead Gout Drug, RDEA594 86% Response Rate in Gout Patients After Eight Days of Treatment SAN DIEGO, June 11, 2009 — Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: RDEA) today announced positive interim results from an ongoing Phase 2a,

June 11, 2009 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 11, 2009 Ardea Biosciences,

e8vk UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 11, 2009 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-33734 94-3200380 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer of

June 11, 2009 EX-99.2

EX-99.2

Exhibit 99.2 Company Update June 11, 2009 Safe Harbor Statement Statements contained in this presentation regarding matters that are not historical facts are "forward- looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Because such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by

June 5, 2009 424B3

$75,000,000 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. Common Stock

e424b3 Table of Contents This filing is made pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3) under the Securities Act of 1933 in connection with Registration No.

May 15, 2009 S-3

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 15, 2009

sv3 Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 15, 2009 Registration No.

May 11, 2009 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) þ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2009 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 1-33734 ARDEA BIOSCIENCES, INC.

May 8, 2009 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 8, 2009 Ardea Biosciences, In

e8vk Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

May 8, 2009 EX-99.1

Ardea Biosciences Reports Recent Accomplishments and First Quarter 2009 Financial Results Restructuring to Focus Company on Clinical-Stage Programs

exv99w1 Exhibit 99.1 PRESS RELEASE Contact: John Beck Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] Ardea Biosciences Reports Recent Accomplishments and First Quarter 2009 Financial Results Restructuring to Focus Company on Clinical-Stage Programs SAN DIEGO, May 8, 2009 — Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: RDEA), a biotechnology company focused on the development of small-molecule therap

May 1, 2009 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 27, 2009 Ardea Biosciences,

e8vk UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 27, 2009 Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-33734 94-3200380 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissi

May 1, 2009 EX-99.1

Ardea Biosciences and Bayer HealthCare Enter into Global Agreement Focused on the Development of MEK Inhibitors for the Treatment of Cancer

exv99w1 Exhibit 99.1 PRESS RELEASE Contact: John Beck Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] Ardea Biosciences and Bayer HealthCare Enter into Global Agreement Focused on the Development of MEK Inhibitors for the Treatment of Cancer SAN DIEGO, April 28, 2009 — Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: RDEA) today announced that it has entered into a global agreement with Bayer HealthCare

April 20, 2009 EX-99.2

Ardea Biosciences Announces Positive Results from a Phase 1 Study of Lead Hyperuricemia and Gout Candidate, RDEA594 and a Phase 2a Study of RDEA594’s Prodrug, RDEA806

exv99w2 Exhibit 99.2 PRESS RELEASE Contact: John Beck Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (858) 652-6523 [email protected] Ardea Biosciences Announces Positive Results from a Phase 1 Study of Lead Hyperuricemia and Gout Candidate, RDEA594 and a Phase 2a Study of RDEA594’s Prodrug, RDEA806 SAN DIEGO, April 20, 2009 — Ardea Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: RDEA) today announced positive results from a Phase 1 study

April 20, 2009 EX-99.1

EX-99.1

Exhibit 99.1 Investor and Analyst Event April 20, 2009 Safe Harbor Statement Statements contained in this presentation regarding matters that are not historical facts are "forward- looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Because such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, actual results may differ materially from those expressed o

April 20, 2009 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 20, 2009 Ardea Biosciences,

e8vk Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

April 16, 2009 DEF 14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant þ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o

def14a Table of Contents SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant þ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) þ Definitive Proxy Statement o Definitive Additional Materials o Soliciting Material Pursuant to § 240.

April 14, 2009 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 7, 2009 Ardea Biosciences,

e8vk Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

April 14, 2009 EX-99.1

Summary Description of Ardea Biosciences, Inc. 2009 Executive Bonus Plan As of April 7, 2009

exv99w1 Exhibit 99.1 Summary Description of Ardea Biosciences, Inc. 2009 Executive Bonus Plan As of April 7, 2009 Eligibility: All employees of Ardea Biosciences, Inc. with a title of Vice President or above are eligible to participate in the plan. Participants must be employed with Ardea Biosciences, Inc. on the day that bonuses are paid in order to be eligible for a bonus. Bonus Opportunity: The

April 9, 2009 S-8

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 9, 2009 Registration No. 333- UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 Ardea Biosciences, In

Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 9, 2009 Registration No.

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