Clinical Leap Startup Program – Summer 2026

Get up to $100,000 value of support to start your clinical study quickly and enable your next funding round!

  • Do you have a scientific discovery or a working prototype, but lack a scalable, secure, clinical-grade product?
  • Lack the support and tools to run a rigorous clinical study?
  • Looking to expand your network of investors, strategics, and clients?

Apply now in 1 minute for free, only 8 spots with rolling qualification!

We are launching a new startup program designed to accelerate early-stage MedTech innovations from concept to clinical impact. If you are building a solution in the pre-clinical stage, this program offers a unique opportunity to gain expert guidance, industry exposure, and a pathway to validation.

Who Should Apply

We are looking for startups working in disease areas like:

Diabetes

Cardiovascular

Respiratory

Neurology

Sleep

… and other areas where sensors or algorithms are used.

Eligible solutions include:

Sensor-focused diagnostics

Algorithm-only innovations

Current and Previous Professional Partners

Judging Panel

What You Get

All selected startups will receive tailored support from experienced industry professionals, helping refine their product, strategy, and clinical direction.

Top finalists will be invited to pitch their innovations live to an expert judging panel at the MedTech Ahead in-person event.

Date: June 25th at 2:00 PM

Location: Hosted in the Greater Boston Area, at Smith & Nephew

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