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Hatch Biotech Accelerator

Powered by Bessel — Advancing Life Sciences Innovation in South Alabama

A specialized accelerator program designed to advance biotechnology, medical devices, and digital health ventures, powered by Bessel's proprietary frameworks for design thinking, agile teamwork, and device development. Leveraging strategic partnerships with the University of South Alabama and regional medical facilities.

12

Companies per Cohort

6

Weeks Intensive

Feb

2026 Application Deadline

Our Mission

To grow a pipeline of scalable biotech and healthtech startups in Alabama by connecting founders with capital, research expertise, clinical partners, and a supportive innovation community.

Lab Space Access

State-of-the-art laboratory facilities for biotech research and development

Coworking Environment

Collaborative workspace at Hatch Fairhope designed for innovation and networking

Clinical Partnerships

Direct connections to regional medical facilities for testing and validation

Focus Areas

Advancing Healthcare Through Innovation

Gene Editing & Precision Medicine

  • CRISPR-Cas9 applications
  • Personalized therapeutic development
  • Genomic data analysis platforms
  • Biomarker discovery

Medical Device Innovation

  • Minimally invasive surgical tools
  • Remote patient monitoring devices
  • AI-enhanced diagnostic equipment
  • Wearable health technologies

Digital Health Platforms

  • Integrated care management systems
  • Patient engagement applications
  • Healthcare data interoperability
  • Population health management tools

Mental Health Technology

  • Digital therapeutics
  • Behavioral health platforms
  • AI-powered mental health support
  • Virtual therapy solutions

6-Week Intensive Curriculum

From Innovation to Investment-Ready

Week 1-2

Advanced Medical Technologies

Minimally invasive technologies
Digital monitoring systems
AI-driven medical imaging
Regulatory pathway planning
Week 3-4

Biotech & Gene Therapy

Gene editing techniques (CRISPR-Cas9)
Precision medicine applications
Immuno-oncology developments
Clinical trial design
Week 5-6

Commercialization & Investment

Market validation strategies
Financial modeling for biotech
Investor pitch preparation
Exit strategy planning

Weekly Pitch Practice

Refine your investor pitch with expert feedback

1-on-1 Mentorship

Personalized guidance from industry experts

Finale Showcase

Present to investors and strategic partners

Program Benefits

Lab Space Access

State-of-the-art laboratory facilities for biotech research and development

Clinical Partnerships

Direct connections to regional medical facilities for testing and validation

Funding Connections

Direct access to investors specializing in healthcare innovation

Expert Mentorship

Industry leaders in biotech, medtech, and digital health

Regulatory Guidance

Expert support navigating FDA and healthcare compliance

Market Access

Connections to potential customers and pilot partners

Application Process

Timeline

Application Deadline

February 2026

Program Duration

6 weeks intensive curriculum

Cohort Size

Maximum 12 companies

Ideal Candidates

  • Early to growth-stage biotech and healthtech companies
  • Teams with technical expertise and business acumen
  • Ventures addressing significant healthcare challenges
  • Companies ready to scale and seek investment

Selection Criteria

1

Innovation potential and technical feasibility

2

Market opportunity and scalability

3

Team expertise and execution capability

4

Alignment with regional healthcare needs

5

Investment readiness

Expected Outcomes

  • Refined business models and go-to-market strategies
  • Validated clinical or market proof points
  • Investor-ready pitch decks and financial models
  • Strategic partnerships and customer relationships
  • Clear regulatory and commercialization pathways

Strategic Partners

University of South Alabama

Regional Medical Facilities

Healthcare Networks

Research Institutions

Powered by Bessel

Bessel, an impact accelerator, brings proprietary frameworks that equip startups with the tools for sustainable growth.

Design Thinking

Bessel's proprietary design thinking methodology for breakthrough wellness and life science innovations.

Agile Teamwork

Collaborative frameworks that accelerate team development and execution capabilities.

Device Development

Specialized workshops and consulting for medical device and technology commercialization.

2024 Cohort Alumni

The companies and founders who participated in our inaugural cohort

The Shape Sensing Co.

Ryan DeBoer

Endeavor

Greg Parranto

Nevent

Rhodel Dacanay

DNA Nanobots

Chris Lucas

Connexus / DexaFit

Blake Martin

Percy

Conner Herman

Avicenna

Hashem Aliedeh

Join the Next Cohort

Applications are now open for the Hatch Biotech Accelerator Powered by Bessel. Take your life science innovation to the next level.

Contact: team@hatchfairhope.com