Science Inc.™ Accelerator
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Science Inc. Accelerator: Sector-Specific Support for Science-Driven Startups
Science Inc. is now optimized for greater impact.
We’ve restructured our flagship accelerator to offer deeper, more targeted support by sector. Our new format focuses on accelerating startups in two key areas of science-driven innovation.
Life Sciences in the Fall. Clean Tech & Advanced Materials in the Spring.
✨ Choose Your Cohort ✨
Life Sciences
Applications for Fall 2025 are now closed
CleanTech & Materials
Applications for Spring 2026 are now closed
Program Highlights
- 14-week hybrid accelerator
- Specialized commercialization content by sector
- 1:1 mentorship with industry experts
- Exclusive access to The Innovation Space’s resources and community
- Visibility and investor engagement at curated pitch events including Investor Demo Day
What Businesses Are Saying
Science Inc. was a great platform to build our network beyond our local ecosystem. The advisors had real, meaningful experience in building life science business from the ground-up.
Spencer MatonisFounder & CEO, Edulis
Who Should Apply
Regardless of sector, Science Inc. participants should meet the following milestones:
- A defined scientific innovation with early validation
- Completed foundational market research
- A business model and milestone roadmap
- At least $50,000 raised from dilutive or non-dilutive sources
- Intention to fundraise within the next 12 months
Startups based in the Mid-Atlantic region—or those seeking to expand into it—will receive priority consideration.
