Braga Startups Shine | Global Health Accelerator Demo Day at INL

The Demo Day of the Global Health Accelerator (GHA) took place on Thursday, September 18, at the International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL). This dynamic event, organised by Startup Braga in partnership with INL and 2CA-Braga, brought together 11 innovative health startups, which showcased transformative solutions developed throughout the 6-month program. 

The Demo Day gathered investors, health sector leaders, researchers, business partners, and students, offering them a unique insight into the next generation of innovations in digital health, biotechnology, and nanotechnology. Participants had the opportunity to engage directly with founders, explore collaboration opportunities, and witness the tangible results of a vibrant innovation ecosystem.

The 2025 edition celebrated the achievements of 11 pioneering startups, with expressTEC and MetaBlue Solution (Otitest) earning top honours for their transformative health solutions. Their recognition underscores the growing strength of Braga’s innovation ecosystem and its ability to nurture high-impact ventures in the biomedical space.Other presenting startups were: Apollo Medica, BestHealth4U, BloodFlow, DocBay, Enhanced Fertility, Fetalix, Medgical, OmniumAI, and SafeCaring.

This initiative not only highlights the strategic role of INL in fostering innovation at the intersection of science and entrepreneurship but also reinforces Braga’s position as a hub for emerging health technologies. The upcoming Bio-MedTech Hub will further strengthen this status, offering startups the infrastructure and support needed to scale and thrive.

The Demo Day provided a unique opportunity for attendees to engage directly with founders, explore collaboration opportunities, and witness firsthand the innovations shaping the future of healthcare.

Text by Francisco Guimarães and Mariam Debs
Photography and Videography by Diário do Minho