Startups

The multi-year program will provide resources and growth opportunities to develop a generation of health transformers.

In its year-end report, StartUp Health tracked $8 billion investments in more than 500 companies, four of which were above $400 million.

As part of the deal, Walgreens will actively contribute to MATTER's knowledge network, providing expertise and resources to MATTER's curriculum.

MD Start incubates companies for two to three years and takes a more active approach in the daily management of its portfolio companies.

Companies selected to the program will benefit from a range of perks, including coaching and mentoring, as well as access to StartUp Health's global platform.

The news comes on the heels of last year's call that was focused on virtual health solutions; currently, 19 companies participate in StartUp Health Academy.

The Berlin-based accelerator will select 10 startups for the 3-month program that includes €15.000, 6 months of free coworking office space, and mentoring.

Eleven companies have been selected to join the 2016 Healthcare Accelerator, in Partnership with Cedars-Sinai, in Los Angeles.

Accepted companies will begin their immersion at Destination Dreamit, a summit bringing together top VCs, Dreamit alumni, and industry thought leaders.

JLINX is designed to accelerate early-stage transformative innovation, including an emphasis on the human microbiome as well as broader life-science research.