Global Incubator Programme: Healthtech in the USA
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Grow your healthtech business in the US market
Innovate UK is inviting innovative UK healthtech businesses to apply for its Global Incubator Programme in Houston, United States.
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The programme is best suited to businesses that already have some traction and sales in the UK and that are now looking to build global partnerships and collaborations to accelerate their growth.
Focus areas
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Why Houston
Houston is a hub for medical device manufacturing, pharmaceuticals and health research. It has more than 1,760 life science companies, cutting-edge health care facilities and research institution. The local healthcare and life science industries collectively employ 320,500 workers. With its advanced healthcare system, leading incubators, and active venture community, the US provides a prime launchpad for UK healthtech businesses.
Benefits of applying
This programme gives participants access to expert mentoring, US market insight, investor connections, and potential partners to help scale and succeed internationally.
A programme briefing took place on 7 May 2025. You can .
Applications close on Friday 30 May 2025.
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First published 20 May 2025