Biotope Ventures has opened applications for its 2025 fall Basecamp edition, inviting ambitious founders from the biotechnology sector to participate in a tailored growth journey.
The programme is designed primarily for early-stage ventures that are deeply committed to environmental sustainability through scientific innovation.
Benefits
The Basecamp programme will award pre-seed funding of €250,000 to participating startups. Additionally, Biotope offers €100,000 worth of tailored in-kind support, which ensures resources are aligned with the venture’s specific development needs.
Founders will get to engage with seasoned biotech entrepreneurs for professional advice on navigating early-stage difficulties.
Additional resources
Participants will get access to essential resources such as co-working laboratories, dedicated office spaces and greenhouses for hands-on experimentation.
Much of the programme is dedicated to assisting founders in building robust foundations, particularly concerning intellectual property (IP) and necessary regulatory frameworks.
Who can apply
- Ambitious biotech founders.
- Founders of early-stage ventures.
- Diverse, mission-driven founders.
Application requirements
Interested applicants are required to submit a detailed application through the designated online link, providing information about their team, their biotech-based solution’s Technology Readiness Level (TRL) and Intellectual Property (IP), including its potential impact on agriculture, food or nutrition.
Although not explicitly listed, the application will likely require candidates to present their unique innovation, business case, team details, IP status and their financial and technical needs to demonstrate readiness for a pre-seed stage.
Deadline
Applications are due on October 17, 2025.
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