NIA START-UP CHALLENGE AND ACCELERATOR: EMPOWERING AGING RESEARCHERS FOR ENTREPRENEURIAL SUCCESS
2024
Empowering Aging Researchers for Entrepreneurial Success
Sample size: 40
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Toliver Joy
Primary Institution: National Institute on Aging
Hypothesis
The National Institute on Aging's Start-Up Challenge and Accelerator will effectively support aging researchers in transitioning to entrepreneurship.
Conclusion
The program has successfully helped 40 entrepreneurs develop innovations for older adults and awarded cash prizes to eleven participants.
Supporting Evidence
- The program has supported the development of 40 transitioning entrepreneurs.
- Eleven participants received cash prizes.
- Graduates have achieved milestones such as company exits and securing venture capital.
Takeaway
This program helps scientists turn their ideas into businesses that can help older people stay healthy.
Methodology
Participants undergo a five-month accelerator program that includes mentorship, training, and networking.
Participant Demographics
Aging researchers transitioning into entrepreneurship.
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