Lispolis Ignite – 4th Edition (Health Tech)
Lispolis Ignite is an acceleration program by Lispolis – Lisbon Technological Pole, dedicated in its 4th edition to the Health Tech sector. The program supports startups in validating, structuring, and growing their business models, offering training, specialized mentoring, and connections with investors, companies, universities, and other key players in the innovation ecosystem.
This edition features three sponsors: HealthTech Lisboa, CNS – Campus Neurológico, and Instituto Português de Retina.
Applications are open until October 2, 2026. Between 10 and 15 early-stage or growth-stage startups with tech solutions applied to healthcare will be selected.
Dates: October 14 to 23, 2026 | Demo Day: October 29, 2026
Format: Hybrid (In-person and online)
Startup Profile
The program is looking for startups with Health Tech solutions focused on:
Digital Health
Diagnostics
Medical Devices
Mental Health
Personalized Medicine
Program Overview
Between October 14 and 23, participants will have access to six days of hybrid training led by industry-leading experts. Topics covered include:
New Businesses
Digital Transformation and Emerging Technologies in Healthcare
Investment
Marketing and European Opportunities
Regulatory Frameworks
Communication
The program also features:
A Speed Mentoring session
Two technical visits to sector entities
An exclusive session with program alumni
The program culminates in a Demo Day on October 29, where startups will pitch their projects to investors, universities, corporations, and innovation ecosystem stakeholders.
Prizes and Benefits
🏆 Two €2,000 cash prizes for the Demo Day winners (sponsored by HealthTech Lisboa and CNS – Campus Neurológico)
🏢 1 year of free incubation at Lispolis for the four finalists
🎓 Specialized training
🤝 Mentoring and Speed Mentoring sessions
🌐 Direct access to the innovation ecosystem, investors, and key sector entities
📅 14–23 outubro | 🎤 Demo Day: 29 outubro