KI INCUBATOR

Building tomorrow’s life
science companies

We work with early-stage life science companies to build strong, investable ventures.
By bringing the right expertise, structure and network, we help you move from validated idea to an investable company.

We work side by side with you — developing strategy, addressing risks and preparing for real-world implementation.

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A partner in building life science companies

We work alongside teams to build strong, scalable life science companies. 

Our role is to help strengthen your company from the start — bringing structure, clarity and experienced perspectives to the decisions that matter most. 

Building a life science company means navigating regulation, capital needs and long development timelines. With the right foundation, these challenges become easier to manage and better decisions can be made earlier. 

We partner with you to build that foundation. 

  • We guide you through the company-building journey 
  • We help you test and refine key assumptions 
  • We support you in building the right team around your company 
  • We help you focus on what creates long-term value 

Our approach is structured, engaged and grounded in experience. 

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KI Innovation offers a market-oriented 2–5-year business development program for life science innovators. The incubator program is built around four core pillars designed to support companies from early formation to investment readiness, partnerships and long-term growth. Business Advisory, Industry and Partners, Capital Access and KI Innovation offers a market-oriented 2–5-year business development program for life science innovators. The incubator program is built around four core pillars designed to support companies from early formation to investment readiness, partnerships and long-term growth. Business Advisory, Industry and Partners, Capital Access and Community.

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Companies

We work with companies across life sciences, including:

  • Biotech & Pharma
  • Medtech
  • Diagnostics
  • Healthtech / AI
  • Labtech

What our companies have in common is not the technology, but the ambition to create real benefit for patients and society.

Application

Who can apply

We work with companies that:

  • are based on strong science or validated innovation
  • have a clear commercial opportunity
  • are ready to build a company and commit to the process

Many companies come through our early-stage activities, but we also work with startups from across the Swedish life science ecosystem.

We prioritise quality, commitment and the potential to create real-world impact.

Incubator

What you get

We support you across the key areas that define success in life sciences:

  • Regulatory strategy and development pathway
  • Intellectual property and ownership
  • Market positioning and business model
  • Access to partners, industry and expertise

Each company is different. Our role is to understand what matters most in your situation — and focus our efforts there. The goal is consistent: to build a company that holds up under real conditions.

Welcome

Getting investment ready

Life science companies require significant capital — and strong preparation.

We help you build a company that investors understand and trust:

  • Clear direction
  • Defined milestones
  • A realistic development plan

We also connect you with relevant investors and partners when the company is ready

Key areas that define success

Programme Structure

We focus on building strong companies — not following fixed timelines

  • A multi-year programme, typically around three years
  • Continuous evaluation and progression
  • Tailored support based on company needs including access to top-tier industry experts

Ready to build your company?

If you have a validated idea and are ready to take the next step, we are ready to work with you.

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