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About this opportunity

The MDSS is a nine‑month accelerator designed to help startups scale digital solutions for drug discovery and development. Key features:

SAFE investment from Merck Global Health Innovation Fund (GHI)
Mentorship from Merck experts and Centech advisors
Azure Cloud computing credits to accelerate R&D
Access to Merck scientists for piloting technologies in discovery and clinical settings
Networking with investors, pharma leaders, and innovation hubs in the US and Canada
Focus areas: AI/ML for drug discovery, digital biomarkers, clinical trial optimization, translational medicine platforms

Who can apply

Early‑stage startups (Seed – Series A)
Focus on digital health or biotech innovation aligned with Merck’s therapeutic areas
Must demonstrate:
Validated MVP or prototype
Potential for scalability and clinical impact
Must submit:
Online application form
Pitch deck and business plan
Evidence of team capacity

Merck , Centech, The Venture Collective, CQDMOther

Merck Digital Sciences Studio (MDSS) – 2026 Accelerator Program

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Opportunity type

Other

Funding

Fully Funded

Location

Global

Deadline

Archived

About this opportunity

The MDSS is a nine‑month accelerator designed to help startups scale digital solutions for drug discovery and development. Key features:

SAFE investment from Merck Global Health Innovation Fund (GHI)
Mentorship from Merck experts and Centech advisors
Azure Cloud computing credits to accelerate R&D
Access to Merck scientists for piloting technologies in discovery and clinical settings
Networking with investors, pharma leaders, and innovation hubs in the US and Canada
Focus areas: AI/ML for drug discovery, digital biomarkers, clinical trial optimization, translational medicine platforms

Who can apply

Early‑stage startups (Seed – Series A)
Focus on digital health or biotech innovation aligned with Merck’s therapeutic areas
Must demonstrate:
Validated MVP or prototype
Potential for scalability and clinical impact
Must submit:
Online application form
Pitch deck and business plan
Evidence of team capacity

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