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Fraunhofer AHEAD Program with Life Science Track in Göttingen (apply by 5 July 2019)

Starting in autumn 2019, the Fraunhofer AHEAD Accelerator Program will take place in Göttingen in cooperation with the Life Science Factory, initiated by Sartorius. Within the Life Science Track, the program provides individual support and is aimed at life science start-up teams from universities and research institutes, e.g. from the fields of drug development, diagnostics, medical technology and life science tools.

Application deadline: 05.07.2019

What are the aims of the AHEAD program?ahead

Developing a sustainable business model & market validation

Creation of a target group-oriented pitch

Setting up an entrepreneurial team

Strengthening of business development and acquisition competencies

Establishing a network of relevant partners in the life science industry


Who can apply?

Applications are open to researchers, start-up teams or teams with the intention of founding a company in the field of life sciences.

How can I apply?

Online via Fraunhofer InnovationHub Portal (simple and fast application process)

In a nutshell: Brief information about technology, business idea & team is required

When and where does the AHEAD program take place?

The AHEAD program will kick off with a four-day boot camp in Munich from 16 to 19 September 2019. Further check-ins will take place in Göttingen from October 2019 to February 2020. Workshop dates can be found in the attached presentation.

What happens within the AHEAD program and in the Life Science Track?

The program consists of presentations and workshop sessions in the areas of team, market and product, as well as networking events with industry partners, life science entrepreneurs and experts. Experienced life science coaches provide personal feedback, assist in preparation of presentations and provide valuable advice.

Contact Life Science Factory: Irina Reimer; +49 151 50858994; irina@lifescience-factory.com

Further Information Material:

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