At Illumina, we’re committed to unlocking the power of the genome, but we know we can’t do it alone. The Illumina Accelerator is our way of accelerating innovation in the entrepreneurial community. With extensive mentorship, financial support, and access to sequencing systems, reagents, and lab space, we’ve created a dynamic genomic ecosystem to help startups launch. Together we’ll advance the solutions that will transform medicine and improve human health.
The resources, mentorship, and momentum to make it happen.
- Financial support, including $100,000 instrument access (MiSeq® System and NextSeq System) and sequencing reagents, 20% research assistant time, $100,000 convertible notes, and an unsecured equity line of $20,000
- Fully operational plug-and-play accelerator lab space in close proximity to Illumina R&D labs
- Validation of concept, technology, market, or application
- Pitch preparation and access to our global customer network and established venture network
- Extensive partner support, including financial modeling, forecasting, legal, recruiting, licensing, go to market strategy, and technical expertise
- Bi-weekly workshop on industry trends, business models and building companies led by experienced entrepreneurs
- Potential non-exclusive rights to Illumina Intellectual Property for your specific application
The description of the Illumina Accelerator presented on this website is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change. A full description of the Illumina Accelerator, the terms and conditions of participation, and the rights and obligations of Illumina and selected participants will be available upon request.