Hospital Innovation Challenge 2nd Edition: Bridging Clinical Needs with Startup Innovation
Where unmet clinical needs meet breakthrough solutions - connecting hospitals and startups to accelerate real-world healthcare innovation.
Who should apply?
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Startups or SMEs
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SMEs with solutions with a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) of 4 or higher until 8
Why join?
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Access to real hospital challenges
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Direct engagement and networking with European Hospitals
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Increase the visibility of your solution
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Receive valuable feedback from hospitals
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Receive 2 free full-access tickets to the IHT Conference
Timeline
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18 May 2026 - Applications open
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22 June 2026 - Applications close
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July 2026 - Announcement of selected solutions to virtual pitching
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July - August 2026 - 3rd phase - Virtual Pitching with Hospitals
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27 October 2026 - SMEs Presentations @IHT Conference
Organised in partnership with TEF-Health - Testing and Experimentation Facility for Health AI and Robotics and DigiHealthPT EDIH - the Portuguese Digital Innovation Hub for Health
