Under the framework of the EIC-EIT Health Collaboration, we’re offering previously supported EIC ventures a unique opportunity to apply to the EIT Health Bootcamps 2022.
Application deadline closes on 14 March 2022 at 11:59pm CET
EIT Health Women Entrepreneurship Bootcamp
Who can apply?
- Start-ups that have been previously supported by an EIC programme (or its previous funding Instruments).
- Be an SME according to the EU definition (Commission Recommendation 2003/361/EC)
- Incorporated companies established in one of the Horizon Europe countries (Member States and eligible non-EU countries).
- Women-led or co-founded, with a woman in the C-suite management team; male co- founders are highly encouraged to participate
- Early stage focused on any medical technology such as medical devices, digital health, and biotechnology services – excluding therapeutics;
- Greater than TRL 4 or equivalent
Benefits
- Receive intensive product and business training to validate your value proposition
- Learn how to maximise your start-up from experienced and dedicated entrepreneurs in the health technology industry
- Tap into the EIT Health network of 140+ partners to increase the visibility of your start-up
Exclusive benefits for EIC supported ventures
- Exemption from providing EIT Health with success fees or other types of reimbursement, including participation or commitment fees.
- Receive an exclusive voucher of €1.000 for mentoring on a specific topic of interest.
EIT Health Reactor Bootcamp
Who can apply?
- Start-ups that have been previously supported by an EIC programme (or its previous funding Instruments).
- Be an SME according to the EU definition (Commission Recommendation 2003/361/EC)
- Be incorporated and registered in a Horizon Europe country
- Early and growth-stage European or incorporated startups innovating in the field of life sciences or healthcare (must have a working MVP)
- Startups focused on finding product-market fit
- 60% of selected startups will be chosen from these areas:
- Medical Institution Workflow and Process Optimization
- Medical Imaging and Diagnostic
Benefits
- Learn how to optimise your goals based on customer engagement and achieve them by demo day thanks to customised coaching sessions during the 4 sprints
- Tap into the expertise of our industrial and academic partners, gaining invaluable insight into HealthTech commercialization and development
- Grow outside of your own borders, get insight and support in foreign markets, meet other founders facing similar challenges and get introductions to top industry players
- During a focused launch week, you’ll set goals to optimise your customer engagement and find your product-market fit
Exclusive benefits for EIC supported ventures
- EIC supported ventures will receive an exclusive voucher of €1,000 for mentoring on a specific topic of interest
How to Apply?
Submit an application through the EIT Health portal by 14 March 2022. Make sure to tick the box in the application form showcasing that you have been previously supported by EIC to receive the exclusive benefits.
Questions?
Join our webinar to learn more about the programme:
- 24 February at 11 AM - Register
About EIT Health Bootcamps for EIC supported ventures
EIT Health Bootcamps gives your start-up the chance to explore its full market potential and connect with a network of fellow entrepreneurs and innovators across Europe. You’ll analyse your competition, identify your USPs and engage with your target customers to take your business to the next level. You’ll have the opportunity to get out there and pitch your idea to experts across Europe.
Find out more on:
EIC-EIT Health Collaboration pilot: https://eithealth.eu/eit-eic-collabpilot/
EIT Health Bootcamps: https://eithealth.eu/bootcamps/
Reactor Bootcamp: https://eithealth.eu/programmes/reactor-bootcamp/
Women Entrepreneurship Bootcamp: https://eithealth.eu/programmes/women-entrepreneurship-bootcamp/
DISCLAIMER: This information is provided in the interest of knowledge sharing and should not be interpreted as the official view of the European Commission, or any other organisation.