ACCELERATE
An ecosystem of support, mentorship, and funding
Our accelerator programs are designed to support innovators in translating their ideas into impactful solutions across various fields.
Accelerator Benefits
Magnuson’s accelerator programs provide innovators with a comprehensive ecosystem of support, mentorship, and funding to build transformative ideas and drive meaningful change.
Participants gain access to industry experts, cutting-edge resources, and pitch opportunities, ensuring their projects are positioned for success.
With awards ranging from $5,000 to $300,000, our accelerators provide the financial backing necessary to advance early-stage innovations.
A vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem, fostering connections with industry leaders, investors, and interdisciplinary teams.
Program Goals
To promote a culture of entrepreneurial thinking at Dartmouth
To provide Dartmouth faculty-led teams with the knowledge and funding needed to bring their healthcare ideas and research to patients and their families and providers
To develop and strengthen Dartmouth intellectual property and increase licensing of Dartmouth IP to startups and other companies
To build and grow a network of Dartmouth innovators, alumni, and companies in healthcare to facilitate collaboration and support
Cancer Innovation
Dartmouth Innovation Accelerator for Cancer (DIAC)
This accelerator provides innovators across Dartmouth with the support, entrepreneurial guidance, and infrastructure needed to translate their innovations for the diagnosis and treatment of cancer into the marketplace. Compete for up to $300,000 in project funding.
ACCELERATORS
Digital Health
Dartmouth Innovation Accelerator for Digital Health (DIADH)
This accelerator provides researchers across Dartmouth with the support, entrepreneurial guidance, and infrastructure needed to translate their science-based digital therapeutics and digital health tools into the marketplace. Compete for awards of up to $100,000.
Consumer Startups
Dartmouth Alumni Consumer Startup Accelerator (DACSA)
This accelerator connects Dartmouth alumni entrepreneurs with industry experts and provides mentorship, pitch workshops, and an opportunity to compete for $5,000.
