Singapore launches accelerator programme for startups in digital health innovation

The National University of Singapore (NUS) Medicine Digital Advanced Technology Accelerator (DATA) has launched its Digital Accelerator Programme for startups in the field of digital health innovation. 

The DATA Accelerator Programme, developed in collaboration with 22Health Ventures, aims to cultivate the next generation of startups that will bring groundbreaking ideas to the global stage.

The DATA Accelerator welcomed five promising startups, each addressing critical challenges in healthcare with innovative solutions:

2Strands is developing a ctDNA-based blood test for detecting cancer recurrence early, empowering oncologists and patients in the fight against aggressive recurrent cancers. The company has received support from the Illumina-for-Startups grant in Singapore.

Health BETA aims to reduce the high recurrence of heart attacks among heart patients. They are collaborating with NUS and a local restructured hospital for clinical studies and have completed their pre-seed funding.

HealthBridge AI is reducing doctor burnout by 70% through their AI-driven solution that streamlines administrative tasks. The product is currently in testing and validation and is set to launch before the end of 2024.

Marymount Labs is automating data-driven health campaigns to increase the uptake of preventive care services, contributing to more proactive healthcare management.

TenangAI offers a mental health solution aimed at helping Gen Z and Millennialsmanage daily stress through a culturally localized approach. They are currently collaborating with early adopters in Indonesia.