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Science Inc. Accelerator: Sector-Specific Support for Science-Driven Startups

Science entrepreneur joins The Innovation Space virtual programming


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.

Life Sciences

Applications for Fall 2025 are open now

Clean Tech startup working in a lab at The Innovation Space

Clean Tech & Advanced Materials

Coming Spring 2026

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
Entrepreneur participating in Science Inc accelerator from The Innovation Space kitchen

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 Matonis

Founder & CEO, Edulis

Female scientist working in fume hood in Innovation Space lab

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.

Watch Pitches From Recent Science Inc. Graduates

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