Genesis: For next-generation biotech company creators

Program Details

A hands-on educational curriculum that teaches scientists to turn ideas into viable biotech ventures.

01 RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Participants must apply and be accepted into the program after application review and interviews by nucleate leadership.

02 Strategy Support

Industry Mentors
Long-term guidance from experienced
entrepreneurs & biotech executives.

Legal Strategy
Navigate the IP and corporate law landscapes with guidance from legal experts.

Clinical Consulting
Work with clinical residents to explore unmet clinical needs and interview KOLs.

03 HANDS-ON WORKSHOPS

Receive critical feedback on venture proposals from leading industry and academic experts.

04 DIDACTIC LECTURES

Build theoretical and practical understanding of venture creation via guest lectures and case studies.

05 PITCH SHOWCASE

Teams present to an audience of program mentors, industry experts, and top-tier VC judges.

FAQs

  • Where is this program going to be run?

    HQ will run a virtual Genesis program once a year. Regions can also run Genesis programs in their local ecosystem.

  • Who can apply?

    Trainees interested in starting a life science company with an early-stage idea (no patents or technology necessary).

  • What are the expectations on time commitment?

    Program participants are expected to commit 6-10 hours per week, including workshops and lectures.

  • What if I don’t already have a compelling idea for a new bioventure?

    You don’t need an idea! The cohort will be assigned pre-screened prompts which teams will use to generate bioventure concepts throughout the duration of the program. A significant portion of the program includes hands-on-training to teach how to generate novel and commercially viable scientific ideas.

  • Can my idea become a real biotech company?

    In fact, this is encouraged. While this is an educational experience, you will be building venture concepts around topics that have high commercial interest. We will support you with possible next steps, including incorporation and beyond.

  • Who owns the ideas I generate?

    Like our other programs, Nucleate does not retain the rights to any intellectual property generated during the Genesis program. All teams reserve the right to continue developing their venture concepts however they wish.

  • Can I participate in the Activator and Genesis Program concurrently?

    Due to the time commitment associated with both programs, we limit the participation of each individual to one Nucleate program.

  • How will teams be formed? Can I apply to the program with a pre-formed team?

    Teams will be formed based on alignment of scientific interests and diversity of technical backgrounds. Applicants can only apply as individuals - not as pre-formed teams.

  • Who should I contact in case of any questions?

    Contact our team: Andrea Boitnott - andrea.b@nucleate.xyz

  • How can I get involved in organizing the program?

    Contact our team: Andrea Boitnott - andrea.b@nucleate.xyz