The 15th MEDICA START-UP COMPETITION offers startups an exclusive platform to present forward-looking innovations at MEDICA 2026. We are seeking solutions in the fields of AI in medicine, robotics, laboratory diagnostics, resilience (including cybersecurity), and other innovative approaches in the field of digital health.
Participants benefit from free participation, extensive visibility, international marketing services, and valuable networking opportunities.
The "Top Medical Start-ups 2026" will present their solutions on Tuesday, 17 November, during the pitch finals on the MEDICA MAIN STAGE.
AT A GLANCE
Location: Hall 12, MEDICA MAIN STAGE
Date: Tuesday, 17 November 2026
Time: 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Admission: Free admission with your trade fair ticket
Language: English
Organised by: Navispace GmbH
The winners will benefit from free international marketing, visibility across all MEDICA channels, prize money totaling 3,500 euros, networking opportunities with potential investors and business partners, and the chance to exchange ideas with industry experts.
Following the event, the MEDICA Start-up Night offers the ideal setting for discussion, networking, and making new connections.
The registration deadline for free participation is 10 September, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
In the pitch final, held live at MEDICA, selected companies present technologies such as wearables, digital biomarkers and smart plasters, whilst benefiting from international visibility, networking opportunities and marketing support.
