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MassChallenge

MassChallenge (nonprofit) · Equity-free nonprofit accelerator, sector programs in health, security, fintech, climate and food

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Next deadline
3moFeb 2027
Estimated from past cadence · 2027 Healthcare & Life Sciences Traction
Next batch
n/a
Not published
Offer
n/a
No equity
Batches a year
n/a
352 companies tracked

What it offers

Terms
As a nonprofit, MassChallenge states it takes no equity. No cash investment is published on the program pages. Source
Where
United StatesSwitzerland (Renens)Israel (Jerusalem)Dallas (SMU Cox FinTech)
Cadence
Several sector programs a year, each on its own annual cycle
Startups supported since 2009
5,000+ (2026)
Funding raised by alumni
$16B+ (2026)

Batches and deadlines

MassChallenge batches, upcoming first, with deadlines and company counts
BatchStarts
Coming up
2027 Healthcare & Life Sciences TractionTraction · estimated · Site says 2027 applications will be announced soon; deadline estimated from the 2026 deadline of February 20, 2026Deadline Feb 2027n/a
Earlier
2026 Security & Resiliency TractionTraction · Cohort announcement expected this fallDeadline Jul 9n/a
2026 SwitzerlandMassChallenge SwitzerlandDeadline Mar 4n/a
2026 IsraelMassChallenge IsraelDeadline Mar 4n/a
2026 Healthcare & Life Sciences TractionTraction · Program has wrappedDeadline Feb 20n/a

4 programs

MassChallenge companies, rising first

Switzerland and UK 2026
OtherOccam IndustriesMaturing innovative battlefield technologies - creating capabilities that can be leveraged by Western militaries and defence primesAntler 2025UKStartup →OtherRainstickUses Variable Electric Field technology to mimic lightning, helping seeds grow bigger, faster, and more sustainably without chemicals.Google AI Australia and New Zealand 2026Startup →AISecuraAIA Princeton-based startup helping highly regulated industries, such as healthcare, safely deploy AI by automating AI security and governance.Plug and PlayUnited StatesStartup →OtherTastee TapeTastee Tape is reducing the 13 billion lbs of packaging film with a bio-based, health-conscious, affordable, and even edible option.Plug and PlayUnited StatesStartup →AIAegis VekterAegis Vekter is an AI-powered emergency intelligence platform built for small and rural governments and small businesses, enabling faster...MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026United StatesStartup →AIAI EdgeLabsAI systems are already being deployed into autonomous drones, edge decision tools, and mission-critical operations, but almost nobody is securing the...MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026United StatesStartup →OtherAlgae ScopePFAS are standard for water/ fire-repellent coatings.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026ItalyStartup →OtherAlgas Organics (DUJCO INC)We make high-performance packaging from fruit crop waste that is up to 2x stronger, 20x more air resistant than traditional paper based materials.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026United StatesStartup →OtherAll That MattersAll That Matters introduces underutilised, naturally resilient grains like amaranth and millets through snacks.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026United KingdomStartup →OtherAlmaMIMMSoS is an operating system for secure corporate data that runs on any hardware, from server to edge.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026SpainStartup →AIAlProteinAt AlProtein, we are creating the farm of the future, one where water lentils are the cows, and AI is the farmer.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026GermanyStartup →OtherALT-PRO AdvantageALT-PRO is building a proprietary ingredient platform using illuminated fermentation to replace animal- and petroleum-derived nutrients in pet food...MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026CanadaStartup →OtherAltered MaterialsAltered Materials develops biodegradable, microplastic-free, plant-responsive nano-encapsulation systems for agricultural inputs.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026ItalyStartup →OtherAlterpacks Pte LtdAlterpacks is an advanced materials company turning agricultural by-products into scalable, high-performance alternatives to synthetic barrier...MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026SingaporeStartup →OtherAmaranthLabsThe rise of GLP-1 is fueling demand for protein-rich, nutrient-dense foods.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026United KingdomStartup →OtherAmplify DynamicsWe’re digitizing filtration by replacing membranes with ultrasound.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026United StatesStartup →OtherAnatoWe solve the issue of subjective quality analysis in baked goods by providing bakers with a portable and efficient solution.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026IrelandStartup →OtherArborixArborix develops 3D-printed, biomaterial-based nerve grafts with native branching architectures to recover nerve function in mastectomy, facial palsy...MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026SwitzerlandStartup →OtherArcaniArcani’s R&D is focused on building next-generation, distributed sensing systems that give defence and security users earlier, clearer, and more...MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026United KingdomStartup →OtherArrqyARRQY is the world’s first anchoring aerial connectivity and sensing platform, delivering persistent airborne coverage for mission-critical...MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026United KingdomStartup →AIAssetguard+ LtdAssetGuard+ is an AI-powered cybersecurity platform that discovers, classifies, and monitors digital assets across cloud and hybrid environments.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026United KingdomStartup →OtherAvancAvanc replaces slow microbiological lab tests with on-site microbial detection in minutes.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026United KingdomStartup →OtherBacAltWe repurpose agro-industrial waste to ferment high-functioning, biocompatible biopolymers to replace microplastic causing petro polymers from...MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026IndiaStartup →OtherBaobabyBaobaby uses alt-protein to fight baby hunger in Africa.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026TogoStartup →OtherBEAM CropTechBEAM CropTech is pioneering a new generation of crop traits based on photobiology.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026ArgentinaStartup →OtherBean PossibleBean Possible is a Brazilian foodtech developing ingredients from broken common beans to help food manufacturers create more nutritious, functional...MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026BrazilStartup →OtherBearhug Pallet Wraps Pty LtdThere are more pallets in the world than people.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026AustraliaStartup →OtherBeCapsBiologicals and bioactives are transforming both agriculture and food, but most fail before reaching the market.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026ArgentinaStartup →OtherBio Ice Cream DotsBio Ice Cream Dots is a Polish food-tech startup creating sugar-free, functional ice cream snacks using patented cryogenic technology that preserves...MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026PolandStartup →OtherBioArmixBioArmix is a field-proven, groundbreaking platform that prevents bacterial crop losses using nature’s own, non-GMO predatory bacteria.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026IsraelStartup →OtherBiomation LtdAquagrain is a patented biodegradable soil supplement addressing key challenges in global agriculture - water scarcity, soil degradation and organic...MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026United KingdomStartup →OtherBiomeMegaBiomeMega produces Omega-3 and other fatty acids from bacteria.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026SingaporeStartup →OtherBiopallo Systems OyBiopallo Systems transforms organic waste from a cost into a profitable resource.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026FinlandStartup →AIBioSky Space InnovationsSpace-powered, AI-native decision intelligence for renewable integration and grid resilience.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026IndiaStartup →OtherBiosouk Life Sciences LlpThe world deserves certainty, especially in the milk consumed daily by children, pregnant women, families, and senior citizens.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026IndiaStartup →OtherBiovit TechnologiesBiovit has developed a patent-pending ingredient platform that increases nutrient absorption by up to 100x compared to standard ingredients.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026IrelandStartup →OtherBioZein Technology Corp LtdMost people worry about plastics they can see.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Hong Kong S.A.R.Startup →AIBrainModBrainMod is an AI-powered cognitive optimization and clinical decision support platform.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026FranceStartup →OtherBridge Merchant EnterpriseBridge Merchant reduces post-harvest loss by connecting smallholder farmers to markets through a decentralized, tech-enabled network.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026NigeriaStartup →AIBugBug LtdBugBug is an agri-tech company developing AI-powered acoustic sensors that detect hidden insect pests before visible damage occurs.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026United KingdomStartup →
Company
Occam IndustriesMaturing innovative battlefield technologies - creating capabilities that can be leveraged by Western militaries and defence primes2 programsAntler 2025 +1Not statedOther
RainstickUses Variable Electric Field technology to mimic lightning, helping seeds grow bigger, faster, and more sustainably without chemicals.2 programsGoogle AI Australia and New Zealand 2026 +1Not statedOther
SecuraAIA Princeton-based startup helping highly regulated industries, such as healthcare, safely deploy AI by automating AI security and governance.2 programsPlug and Play +1Not statedAI
Tastee TapeTastee Tape is reducing the 13 billion lbs of packaging film with a bio-based, health-conscious, affordable, and even edible option.2 programsPlug and Play +1Not statedOther
Aegis VekterAegis Vekter is an AI-powered emergency intelligence platform built for small and rural governments and small businesses, enabling faster...MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedAI
AI EdgeLabsAI systems are already being deployed into autonomous drones, edge decision tools, and mission-critical operations, but almost nobody is securing the...MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedAI
Algae ScopePFAS are standard for water/ fire-repellent coatings.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedOther
Algas Organics (DUJCO INC)We make high-performance packaging from fruit crop waste that is up to 2x stronger, 20x more air resistant than traditional paper based materials.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedOther
All That MattersAll That Matters introduces underutilised, naturally resilient grains like amaranth and millets through snacks.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedOther
AlmaMIMMSoS is an operating system for secure corporate data that runs on any hardware, from server to edge.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedOther
AlProteinAt AlProtein, we are creating the farm of the future, one where water lentils are the cows, and AI is the farmer.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedAI
ALT-PRO AdvantageALT-PRO is building a proprietary ingredient platform using illuminated fermentation to replace animal- and petroleum-derived nutrients in pet food...MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedOther
Altered MaterialsAltered Materials develops biodegradable, microplastic-free, plant-responsive nano-encapsulation systems for agricultural inputs.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedOther
Alterpacks Pte LtdAlterpacks is an advanced materials company turning agricultural by-products into scalable, high-performance alternatives to synthetic barrier...MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedOther
AmaranthLabsThe rise of GLP-1 is fueling demand for protein-rich, nutrient-dense foods.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedOther
Amplify DynamicsWe’re digitizing filtration by replacing membranes with ultrasound.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedOther
AnatoWe solve the issue of subjective quality analysis in baked goods by providing bakers with a portable and efficient solution.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedOther
ArborixArborix develops 3D-printed, biomaterial-based nerve grafts with native branching architectures to recover nerve function in mastectomy, facial palsy...MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedOther
ArcaniArcani’s R&D is focused on building next-generation, distributed sensing systems that give defence and security users earlier, clearer, and more...MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedOther
ArrqyARRQY is the world’s first anchoring aerial connectivity and sensing platform, delivering persistent airborne coverage for mission-critical...MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedOther
Assetguard+ LtdAssetGuard+ is an AI-powered cybersecurity platform that discovers, classifies, and monitors digital assets across cloud and hybrid environments.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedAI
AvancAvanc replaces slow microbiological lab tests with on-site microbial detection in minutes.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedOther
BacAltWe repurpose agro-industrial waste to ferment high-functioning, biocompatible biopolymers to replace microplastic causing petro polymers from...MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedOther
BaobabyBaobaby uses alt-protein to fight baby hunger in Africa.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedOther
BEAM CropTechBEAM CropTech is pioneering a new generation of crop traits based on photobiology.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedOther
Bean PossibleBean Possible is a Brazilian foodtech developing ingredients from broken common beans to help food manufacturers create more nutritious, functional...MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedOther
Bearhug Pallet Wraps Pty LtdThere are more pallets in the world than people.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedOther
BeCapsBiologicals and bioactives are transforming both agriculture and food, but most fail before reaching the market.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedOther
Bio Ice Cream DotsBio Ice Cream Dots is a Polish food-tech startup creating sugar-free, functional ice cream snacks using patented cryogenic technology that preserves...MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedOther
BioArmixBioArmix is a field-proven, groundbreaking platform that prevents bacterial crop losses using nature’s own, non-GMO predatory bacteria.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedOther
Biomation LtdAquagrain is a patented biodegradable soil supplement addressing key challenges in global agriculture - water scarcity, soil degradation and organic...MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedOther
BiomeMegaBiomeMega produces Omega-3 and other fatty acids from bacteria.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedOther
Biopallo Systems OyBiopallo Systems transforms organic waste from a cost into a profitable resource.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedOther
BioSky Space InnovationsSpace-powered, AI-native decision intelligence for renewable integration and grid resilience.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedAI
Biosouk Life Sciences LlpThe world deserves certainty, especially in the milk consumed daily by children, pregnant women, families, and senior citizens.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedOther
Biovit TechnologiesBiovit has developed a patent-pending ingredient platform that increases nutrient absorption by up to 100x compared to standard ingredients.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedOther
BioZein Technology Corp LtdMost people worry about plastics they can see.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedOther
BrainModBrainMod is an AI-powered cognitive optimization and clinical decision support platform.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedAI
Bridge Merchant EnterpriseBridge Merchant reduces post-harvest loss by connecting smallholder farmers to markets through a decentralized, tech-enabled network.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedOther
BugBug LtdBugBug is an agri-tech company developing AI-powered acoustic sensors that detect hidden insect pests before visible damage occurs.MassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedAI

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