PharmStars Fall 2026 Cohort: Digital Innovations in Immunology

About

A 10-week accelerator program designed for digital health startups focusing on immunology, providing mentorship, educational resources, and opportunities to engage with pharmaceutical companies to enhance patient outcomes and drive innovation in the industry.

Benefits

• 💰Funding Support
  Startups may receive funding opportunities through partnerships with pharma members.
• 🎓Mentorship Program
  Access to personalized mentoring from experienced pharma executives and PharmStars staff.
• 🏢Educational Curriculum
  Comprehensive courses on drug development, pharma business models, and regulatory drivers.
• 🌐Networking Opportunities
  Connections with pharma members and potential partners during the Startup Showcase.
• 📈Business Development
  Guidance on crafting effective pitches and value propositions for pharma engagement.
• 🎤Exposure Opportunities
  Participation in the Startup Showcase to present solutions to pharma members.

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to digital health startups with market-ready solutions in immunology
• Must have a product or prototype addressing the theme of digital innovations in immunology
• Startups should be interested in engaging with pharma and biotech firms
• Startups must be legally registered companies
• Must be able to participate in the program's educational components.

Participation Commitments

• Must attend the launch event on September 9-10, 2026
• Participation in the PharmaU educational program from September 14 to November 5, 2026
• Must deliver a pitch presentation at the Startup Showcase in mid-November 2026
• Commitment to engage with pharma members throughout the program.

Target Region

Open to digital health startups globally

Target Sector

Digital Health and Pharmaceuticals