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FemTech Accelerator

FemTech Accelerator

Offers non-cash women-focused acceleration in Qatar for deep-tech teams with clinical and social impact goals.

The QSTP FemTech Accelerator is an 8-month program operated by Qatar Science & Technology Park in partnership with Merck, targeting deep-tech startups that apply artificial intelligence, robotics, or material science to women's health challenges. The 2026 cohort accepted up to 30 startups, with applications closing on March 25, 2026. The program provides no cash funding and takes no equity — parti…

AI, Robotics, and Material Science applied to women's health; WANA region focus.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.—
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.8 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.In-kind assistance
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—

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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: qstp.qa