About the Competition
Accelerating your Healthcare Innovation
Selected start-ups will present live at the DIA Europe 2026 Annual Meeting and participate in curated roundtable discussions with expert advisors focused on product–market fit, investment strategy, and regulatory considerations.
Benefits
Why Participate?
Join leading healthcare innovators and gain unparalleled exposure to industry experts, investors, regulators, and potential partners.
Industry Exposure
Present your innovation to leading pharmaceutical and healthcare companies, investors, and industry decision-makers.
Expert Mentorship
Receive valuable feedback from experienced judges who are leaders in regulatory affairs, clinical development, and commercialization.
Partnership Opportunities
Connect with potential partners, investors, and collaborators who can help accelerate your path to market.
Process
How It Works
A streamlined process designed to showcase your innovation effectively.
Register & Apply
Create your account and submit your application with details about your innovation.
Register for Event
Register for the DIA LIFT Accelerator Program to secure your spot at the event.
Review
Expert judges evaluate submissions based on innovation and impact.
Present
Finalists pitch their innovations at DIA Europe 2026 in Rotterdam.
Event Registration
Register for the Accelerator Program
In addition to submitting your application, all participants must register for the DIA LIFT Accelerator Program to present their pitch at DIA Europe 2026.
Submit Your Application
Complete the online application form on this portal with your innovation details.
Register for DIA LIFT
Separately register for the DIA LIFT Accelerator Program to secure your participation at the event.
Both steps are required to be eligible for presenting at DIA Europe 2026. The Accelerator Program registration includes access to the event and pitch sessions.
What's Included
- Access to DIA Europe 2026 Annual Meeting
- Dedicated pitch session slot
- Expert feedback from judging panel
- Networking opportunities with industry leaders
- Visibility to investors and partners
Focus Areas
Competition Categories
We welcome innovations across multiple healthcare sectors.
Therapeutics
Diagnostics
Digital Health
MedTech
Biotech
Other
Where Finalists Present
DIA Europe 2026 Annual Meeting
Collaborating for Healthcare Innovation
Competition finalists will pitch their innovations live at DIA Europe 2026 in Rotterdam. Join healthcare and life sciences professionals at Ahoy Rotterdam for three days of collaboration, innovation, and actionable outcomes.
- Live pitch sessions with expert judging panel
- Exposure to industry leaders and investors
- Networking with global healthcare professionals
Ready to Showcase Your Innovation?
Join the leading healthcare startups transforming the future of medicine.
Start Your Application