Incubator & Accelerator
Techstars Columbus Powered by The Ohio State University Accelerator 2026
Apply by Sep 8, 2026
About
This accelerator program offers startups leveraging emerging technologies in sectors like healthcare and energy three months of intensive mentorship, networking opportunities, and potential funding, culminating in a Demo Day for investor exposure.
Benefits
- 🌟Three months of intensive mentorship-driven support
- 🌐Access to specialized expertise and global community
- 🤝Opportunities for networking with industry leaders
- 💰Potential funding opportunities
- 🎤Participation in Demo Day for exposure to investors.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be leveraging emerging technology
- Focused on startups in healthcare, energy, space, manufacturing, and defense
- Must connect with researchers at Ohio State and industry experts in Ohio
- Companies developing solutions for business transformation at scale
- Startups can benefit from Ohio State research and Ohio's industrial base.
Participation Commitments
- 📅 Must attend all program sessions and events
- 🤝 Engage in networking activities
- 🎤 Participate in pitch preparation and fundraising activities
- 📈 Commitment to follow-up with investors post-program.
Target Region
United States
Target Sector
Healthcare, Energy, Space, Manufacturing, Defense
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