Y Science Health & Pharma Pitching Competition 2026

About

Swiss-based early-stage startups can apply to pitch their science-driven innovations in health and pharma at the Y Science Health & Pharma Pitching Competition 2026, with benefits including expert coaching, networking opportunities, and a chance to win a EUR 5,000 prize.

Benefits

• 🎓Expert coaching — receive pitch coaching, including an online workshop and 1-1 sessions
• 🎤Live pitch opportunity — showcase your startup in front of over 500 attendees
• 🎟️ Startup Pass — one complimentary pass to Slush
• 🏢Exhibition stand — free stand in the Y Science Networking Area
• 🤝Networking — meet potential investors, partners, and collaborators

Eligibility Criteria

• Swiss early-stage startups incorporated on or after November 18, 2023
• pre-startups not yet incorporated
• developing solutions in health and pharma
• applications of AI/ML in health and drug discovery
• new treatment options for oncology

Participation Commitments

• 🗓️ Pitching date — participate in the competition on November 18, 2026
• 📅 Coaching sessions — attend coaching sessions from October 6 to November 12
• 🎭 Dress rehearsal — join a rehearsal on November 17
• 🏙️ Travel support — potential travel and accommodation support for selected finalists

Target Region

Switzerland

Target Sector

Health and Pharma