Acceleration programme
Join the innovation ecosystem
What/How/When
This programme was aimed at teams/startups developing on the ANGIE platform. The applications were related to magnetically steered injectable micro/nano robots and localised targeted drug delivery in general, in the context of finding solutions for conditions such as thrombotic stroke, neoplasms, senile dementia and others.
The goal was to validate the startups’ business and technological concepts.
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Benefits for startups
Expert mentoring: ANGIE’s network of professionals with vertical experience in specific domains can boost the startup’s development by bridging technical/managerial knowledge gaps.
Media coverage: as part of the acceleration programme, startups may get frequent exposure on mainstream and specialized media outlets.
Connections: meet with established medtech/pharma corporations, regulatory bodies, civil society organizations and other meaningful ecosystem stakeholders.
Requirements
Team size of 2 or more
Be incorporated or willing to
Expertise/focus in drug delivery
Aim to develop a commercial solution
BUSINESS BOOTCAMP
Workshop: “Road to market for medical devices” on June 16, 2024
The training goal of this workshop was to gain a basic understanding and overview of the medical device development process, including the essential steps and considerations for bringing a medical device from concept to market.
Workshop: “ANGIE technology deep dive” on June 17, 2024
The ANGIE Accelaration teams had the chance to learn more about the ANGIE technology and how it can be used to develop new targeted drug delivery therapies.
Workshop: “Designing great user experiences” on June 18, 2024
This workshop was a way for the participants to understand and align with their stakeholders on a larger scale. By creating their UX strategy participants were able to validate if their venture solves aproblem for real users in an dynamic marketplace.
Workshop: “Validating the business model” on August 8, 2024
Participants were able to test, analyze, and refine their business concept to ensure that it is feasible, sustainable and profitable. The concept requires entrepreneurs to validate their value proposition, target market, revenue streams, cost structure and key resources to maximize their business potential.
TECH BOOTCAMP
Workshop: “De-risking the medical R&D process” on August 19, 2024
Participants gained a deeper understanding of how early risk assessment is crucial for maintaining a healthy product pipeline and avoiding costly setbacks. They learned to assess technical risk using proof-of-concept prototypes, mitigate supply chain risk by collaborating with trusted vendors, and reduce regulatory risk through early planning and consultations. Strategies to evaluate market risk, including targeted studies and reimbursement research, were also covered. The workshop provided actionable insights to streamline the new product development process and increase the likelihood of success.
Workshop: “Building a technical proof-of-concept” on August 26, 2024
Participants learned the essential role of a proof of concept (POC) in determining the feasibility and viability of an idea before investing significant resources. They explored how to define objectives, scope, and success criteria while identifying technical and logistical challenges early in the product development process. The workshop highlighted the differences between POCs, prototypes, and minimum viable products, emphasizing their unique purposes. Attendees also gained actionable insights into creating POC plans, collecting feedback, and using results to convince stakeholders or refine ideas. With a solid understanding of the POC process, the participants were prepared to move forward with informed, strategic decisions.
FINANCE BOOTCAMP
Workshop: “Funding options for medical devices” on November 25, 2024
Participants learned about the various funding stages for medical device startups, from seed funding to Series C, and how to align funding strategies with each stage. They explored key funding options, including venture capital, angel investors, strategic investors, government grants, and equity crowdfunding platforms. The workshop highlighted the importance of building strong networks, developing a compelling business plan, and navigating regulatory complexities. Participants also discovered how to balance equity dilution with strategic growth needs. By understanding these pathways, they are better equipped to secure the resources needed for innovation and success.
Workshop: “Creating a business and financial plan” will be conducted on February, 7, 2024
In this workshop, partcipants learned all the aspects of creating a solid first draft of their own business plan. This course began with a comprehensive “situation analysis” of their case study. They learned the key components for creating an effective business plan: knowing their existing users, targeting future audience value formulation, income statement and balance sheet forecasting, revenue forecasting methodologies, competitor assessment and emerging company/product/service competitors and understanding the pitfalls of start-ups development.
