Rubik Garage: the 8th edition of accelerator program
Rubik Hub announces the 8th edition of Rubik Garage, its flagship accelerator program, dedicated for the first time exclusively to the healthcare industry. The program runs from October 2025 to February 2026 and is open to European startups at pre-MVP, MVP, or growth stage that are building impactful health solutions. Participation is free and equity-free.
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27 AUGUST
Registration start
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5 OCTOBER
Registration end
Two Tracks for Healthcare Startups
Pre-MVP (TRL 3–5): From Proof of Concept to Prototype
- Validate the technical and functional feasibility of proposed solutions
- Advance from proof of concept (PoC) to a functional prototype
- Prepare for early user testing and initial market readiness
MVP (TRL 6–8): From Testing to Market Traction
- Validate technology in operational environments
- Attract first customers or users
- Refine the business model for growth, market entry, or fundraising
Eligibility
- European startup teams
- Solutions in medtech, healthtech, digital medical devices, digital health, health data, longevity, mental health, or consumer health
- Solutions at TRL 3–8
- A founding team with medical expertise
- Ambition to scale into European and global markets As with all Rubik Hub programs, participation is free and equity-free, but teams must commit fully to the program. Applicants showing strong engagement will be prioritized.
About Rubik Garage
Since its launch, Rubik Garage has worked with more than 230 founders, with alumni including Rayscape, Synaptiq, Apollo AI, and Beesers. This edition is supported by Orange Romania and Imago-Mol Cluster through the Innovate EU and Cluster4Health projects.In 2025, Rubik Hub, part of the North-East Regional Development Agency, was ranked 39th among Europe’s top accelerators, a prestigious list developed by Financial Times, Sifted, and Statista.
