Excellens 2025-2028 SmiLe Incubator AB
| Reference number | |
| Coordinator | SmiLe Venture Hub AB |
| Funding from Vinnova | SEK 29 270 381 |
| Project duration | July 2025 - June 2029 |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Venture | Inkubationsstöd |
| Call | Support to start-ups via excellent incubators, 1 July 2025 - 30 June 2029 |
Purpose and goal
The project aims to accelerate the development of new knowledge-intensive life science and food science companies with international potential. Through a structured process involving business development support, networking, and a unique research environment, founders will be given the best conditions to evolve from innovators to entrepreneurs. The project emphasizes international collaboration, benchmarking, and sustainable development.
Expected effects and result
The project is expected to lead to an increased establishment of competitive life science and food science companies with strong international potential. It will contribute to innovation capacity, sustainable business development, and a more dynamic research-based business sector. The initiative will also foster new collaborations between academia, industry, and the healthcare sector.
Planned approach and implementation
SmiLe will work closely with universities to attract researchers with innovative projects and commercialization potential. We develop an individual growth plan, identifying needs and a long-term commercial goal, such as product launch, licensing agreements, or strategic partnerships. Throughout the journey, we support the companies with business development assistance—both from our own business coaches and through international partners—as well as access to advanced labs and capital.