A $10 million, 2-part competition to advance high-performance testing and expand low-cost diagnostics into the home or in the field.

Applications are open for consideration.

We invite startups and university-backed projects to apply for non-dilutive funding ranging from $50K to $200K. This funding supports the development, evaluation, or validation of innovative solutions aligned with BARDA’s mission to enhance pandemic preparedness and health security.

This 12-week program offers expert mentorship, customized webinars, and targeted activities designed to take your innovation from ideation to commercialization. I-CREATE will select up to 10 teams to participate. Upon completion of the program, each team will present at a virtual showcase, with the opportunity to win up to $50,000.