European Health Catapult Competition
Awards a €135,000 package of prizes and training to Medtech, Biotech and Digital health startups.
European Health Catapult Competition is an EIT Health prize that awards a €135,000 package of prizes and training to Medtech, Biotech and Digital health startups. Selected companies get two days of training alongside 14 other startups from across Europe, mentoring from experts, access to a large network of investors, and a shot at presenting their business idea on stage at the EIT Health Summit in…
Open to startups and SMEs working in Medtech, Biotech or Digital health that have a business plan ready to mature, pitch and defend against selection criteria covering market potential and team strength.
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