BARDA Accelerator Network Showcase

​Join us for the BARDA Accelerator Network (BAN) Showcase, featuring exciting innovations and breakthrough technologies from the portfolios of every BAN Hub. Meet our startups and learn about their achievements that are at the forefront of solutions advancing health security.

​This exclusive event brings together startups, investors, innovators, and ecosystem leaders who are shaping the future of biotech, diagnostics, therapeutics, medical countermeasures, and emergency preparedness.

​Whether you’re seeking strategic partnerships, investment opportunities, or simply want to see what’s possible when innovation meets purpose, this is an event you won’t want to miss.

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​Agenda

• ​12:45 PM – 1:15 PM: Registration Opens

• ​1:15 PM – 1:30 PM: Opening Remarks

• ​1:30 PM – 1:50 PM: BARDA Presentation

• ​1:50 PM – 2:50 PM: Hub Presentations & Startup Pitches

• ​2:50 PM – 3:30 PM: Coffee Break & Poster Sessions

• ​3:30 PM – 4:15 PM: Stakeholder Panel Sessions

• ​4:15 PM – 5:00 PM: Hub Presentations & Startup Pitches

• ​5:00 PM – 7:00 PM : Poster Session & Networking Reception

​Please note: Attendance is reserved for approved guests, and confirmation will be required for entry.

​About BARDA Accelerator Network

​The BARDA Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) Accelerator Network (BAN) consists of five strategically positioned hubs that create a powerful network designed to foster startup ecosystem growth. Our mission is to accelerate the development and commercialization of critical health security technologies that protect and strengthen our nation.

​BARDA Accelerator Network Hubs

• ​Biotools Innovator Vanguard – Enabling Technologies

• ​I-CREATE – Diagnostics/Medical Devices

• ​Paratus – Digital Health

• ​SPARK – Special Populations

• ​VITAL – Therapeutics and Vaccines

​Organizer

​VITAL: VITAL is one of five BARDA Accelerator Network (BAN) Hubs, supporting the development of innovative therapeutics solutions in alignment with BARDA’s mission to promote health security. VITAL is managed by Start2 Group, with partners Advise Connect Inspire (ACI) and BioLabs.

​Co-Host

​SPARK: SPARK, a BARDA Accelerator Network Hub, is dedicated to developing and accelerating critical innovations to protect pediatric populations against health security threats.