Soglio Innovation Catalyst

Who can apply to the Soglio Innovation Catalyst?

The Soglio Innovation Catalyst is open to very early life science ventures that meet the following criteria:

Life sciences focus: including diagnostics, medical devices, and digital health, but excluding therapeutics (drug development) in 2026.

Pre‑equity stage: applicants should not yet have raised their first equity/VC round; however, a plan or intention to raise a first equity round in 2027/2028 should exist.

Not required to be incorporated: teams or individuals may apply even if the company is not yet founded, as long as a motivated team or individual and a clear concept exist.

Some early proof‑of‑concept data supporting the idea.

Where does the workshop take place?

The workshop will take place in Soglio, Bregaglia in the south of Switzerland. Participants are required to be on site in Soglio for the full 3-day duration of the workshop.

In 2019, the founder of the Marlene Porsche Foundation decided to acquire Palazzo Salis in Soglio and renovate it from the ground up. The renovation work was completed in 2024.

The two buildings, the historic Casa Guberto and the modern Casa Ada, house a total of eight suites as well as various conference, meeting, and recreation rooms. The building can be used year-round and has modern conference technology as well as its own kitchen/catering facilities.

How much does it cost?

There are no fees associated with participating in the Soglio Innovation Catalyst. Participation in the workshop is free of charge for you and one additional team member.

Accommodation and meals for the full duration of the workshop are provided at no cost. All meals are prepared on‑site by a dedicated cooking team, with a focus on local cuisine.

Travel to and from Soglio must be organized and covered by participants.

How many people from my team can I bring?

We can reserve up to two rooms per team. Teams of any size are welcome to apply, but a maximum of two participants can attend the workshop in person. Teams may also attend with a single representative.

Each room includes a large double bed (160 cm) and has access to either a private bathroom or a bathroom shared with one other room.

If you would like to bring more than two participants, please contact us — we will do our best to accommodate your request depending on room availability.

Where is Soglio and how do I get there?

Soglio is located in the Bregaglia, in the south of Switzerland.

Closest Airport: Milan-Bergamo Airport

Closest train station: St. Moritz

Travel arrangements and costs are the participant’s responsibility; travel must be arranged by participants and the Soglio Innovation Catalyst does not cover travel costs.

If I am selected, do I need to participate in the whole workshop?

After a successful application, we require a firm commitment to participate in the whole workshop on-site in Soglio. If you can’t commit to participate for the three days of the workshop, we kindly ask you to leave your spot to another team.

How are the days structured during the Soglio Innovation Catalyst?

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What is the selection based on?

We assess applications based on:

Fit with the program focus / who do we think will get the most out of the Soglio Innovation Catalyst?
Novelty of the idea
Potential impact for patients
Founder motivation

What is the language of the workshop?

The workshop is conducted in English.

Do I need to be based in Switzerland?

No. Teams or individuals from any geography can apply, as long as they can travel to Soglio.

The Soglio Innovation Catalyst

Workshop Content

Workshops during the Soglio Innovation Catalyst will cover:

Application Process

Application deadline May 31st 2026

Pre-selection Mid-June

Video calls July and August

Selection of teams Mid-August

Team

Partners

FAQ