Healthspan Accelerator

Better science ➡ Better translation ➡ Better health

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Applications are now open for the Nature Awards Healthspan Accelerator

Are you a researcher with aspirations to translate your life science discovery into real world practice to improve the human healthspan?

Do you need guidance to advance from early discovery to commercial launch, with support from leading translation experts and venture builders? 

Four carefully chosen applicants will each be awarded a $10,000 Nature Award and gain entry to our residential accelerator programme. Here, you'll engage with eminent scientistentrepreneurs and explore opportunities for commercial development, all aimed at advancing your cutting-edge science into viable health innovations. We are especially interested in passionate scientists early in their career leading the work alongside a seasoned PI. 

Key dates

15th September 2025

Launch date

10th December 2025

Close date

December to April 2026

Application assessment

May 2026

Successful applicants notified

June 2026

Residential training programme