- CNS
- Oncology
- Inflammation
- Metabolic diseases
- Genetical defined diseases
- Multiple indication potential
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An international life science incubator in Copenhagen, Denmark
Programs
Programs
Our Programs
Find your program
BII offers help to early-stage start-ups in health tech, bioindustrials and therapeutics. We have open calls biannually for our two programs VentureLab and Creation House. You can also read more about BII Bio Studio below. Any questions? Check out our frequently asked questions and meet some of our alumni start-ups in this article.
Our programs
FUNDING
In-kind grant of EUR 670,000 (5M DKK) per year
PURPOSE
Support world-leading scientists in translating academic research into innovative products and solutions
ELIGIBILITY
PI with strong academic track record and an entrepreneurial mindset with demonstrated translational research experience
KEY OUTCOME
New viable startups that can create impact for people and society
DURATION
Up to 3 years
FUNDING
Convertible loan of EUR 500,000 (DKK 4M)
PURPOSE
Venture Lab is designed to help start-ups in the early phases.
ELIGIBILITY
Research-based idea with high-growth commercial potential
KEY OUTCOME
Scientific development, business development and team development
DURATION
12 months
OPEN CALLS
No upper limit
FUNDING
Convertible loan of EUR 1,3M (DKK 10M)
PURPOSE
Maturation of project to attract substantial funding
ELIGIBILITY
Established proof of concept and initial business plan
KEY OUTCOME
A prototype or lead candidate
DURATION
18 months
OPEN CALLS
Up to eight per open call
FUNDING
No funding from BII
PURPOSE
BII Residence offer an entrepreneurial environment to well-established start-ups
ELIGIBILITY
Life science companies that have raised VC funding or other forms of financing
KEY OUTCOME
A large global network in the ecosystem
DURATION
Duration: Up to 24 months
OPEN CALLS
Running uptake
Our focus areas
Our programs support life science start-ups operating within therapeutics, bioindustrials and health tech.
Therapeutics
Bioindustrials
- Agriculture
- Food & Beverage
- Animal Health
- Synthetic biology
- Platform technology
- Materials
Health Tech
- Digital therapeutics
- Digital biomarkers
- Continuous disease monitoring
- Next-gen diagnostics
- Transformative medical devices
- Future therapeutics R&D
Send us your idea
Do you have questions regarding one of our programs, or are you interested in feedback on your application? Then please reach out to us and set up a meeting with one of our business developers.
Send us a short description of your project (5-10 lines) or a non-confidential pitch deck to meetbd@bii.dk, and we will get back to you with available timeslots.
Network
Looking for someone?
BII offers strong networks in both business and life science, which are key to the success of start-ups. It is the place to go whether you are an investor looking for interesting projects, a scientist searching for advice on how to bring your idea to market, or a business partner with a passion for life science.