Their focus is within oncology, especially immune-oncology. Though all cancer-related ideas are interesting. Their main interest is providing help for researchers and scientists so that their research can develop into businesses that can be beneficial for cancer patients.

Experience

The OCC Incubator first started in 2010. In cooperation with SIVA, OCC Incubator re-opened in august 2015 and has grown bigger since then. Public and private sponsors contribute long term with around 100 million NOK to the incubator, so they can facilitate growth of startups within the field of oncology.

How much do they invest?

Once you are accepted you will have access to offices and publicly funded incubator services. The office space also has a lab. You will get a global network, both with investors and from the pharma industry. They will also offer guiding & competence building, business development advising, and trainings seminars.

This makes a difference to them

They look for research material that can be transformed into a business idea. This business idea should be beneficial for cancer patients and create an innovative solution to helping this group. Explain how your idea can provide better health for cancer patients.