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Apply.

84 days until applications close on January 15, 2027.

Who should apply

Is this a good fit?

  • Our 2027 competition is open to all current medical students, residents, nursing and engineering students enrolled in a U.S.-based institution.
  • We are looking for innovative medical devices (Class I & II), digital health solutions, and diagnostics that have a clear and relatively short path to market.
  • We accept ideas at all stages, from concept to functional prototype.
  • You can apply as an individual or as a team.

Not sure whether you or your idea fit? Reach out before you apply. We're happy to help you figure it out.

Contact us
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Our application portal is temporarily offline. Send your application package to contact@medinnovationexpo.com.

How To Apply

Your Grant Application Package Checklist

  1. 1

    Waiver & Acknowledgement

    PDF

    The Waiver confirms participation is voluntary and ideas are shared at your discretion. We encourage applicants to protect any confidential information before submitting.

    Download Waiver
  2. 2

    Pitch Deck (Sequoia Format)

    PPTX

    You are required to prepare and upload a pitch deck that follows the acclaimed Sequoia Capital business plan format.

    Download Template
  3. 3

    2-Minute Video Pitch

    Video

    Create a brief video (under two minutes) that introduces your team, explains your innovation, and shares your passion for the problem you are solving.

The fee

The application fee is $175 and non-refundable. It covers the administrative cost of our multi-stage review process.

What happens next

After you submit.

  1. January 15, 2027

    Application Deadline

  2. January 15, 2027 – February 1, 2027

    Review Period

  3. February 1, 2027

    Finalist Notification

  4. March 2027

    Pitch Weekend

Ready when you are.

Email your application →

Our application portal is temporarily offline. Send your application package to contact@medinnovationexpo.com.