
IndieBio (managed by SOSV)
Twice a year, fifteen early stage biology companies move to downtown San Francisco to take part in an intense four month program unlike anything they’ve ever experienced in their…
IndieBio (managed by SOSV) at a glance
| Address | San Francisco, CA, United States |
|---|---|
| Programmes | 1 standing programme |
| Official website | indiebio.co |
Programmes they run
Standing programmes at IndieBio (managed by SOSV), separate from the funding calls above.
Deep Tech Acceleration Program
AcceleratorIndieBio provides on-site bio-labs and pre-seed investment to scientists for launching deep tech startups.
What you get, who can apply and how to applyHide details
The program, established in San Francisco in 2015 and in New York City in 2020, supports early-stage companies in sectors including food, agriculture, industrial decarbonization, AI, therapeutics, and diagnostics. Its remit has expanded from life sciences to all of deep tech, encompassing bio, chemistry, physics, and AI.
Incubation tracks
The routes into IndieBio (managed by SOSV), and what each one includes.
| Track | Type | Space | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deep Tech Acceleration ProgramOffers bio-labs on site and pre-seed investment to scientists ready to launch startups in deep tech. | Acceleration | — | bio_labs, pre_seed_funding, mentorship |
Labs & facilities
Equipment and space on campus.
Bio-labs
Office, Lab and Event Space
25,000 sq. ft.
Lab (within 25,000 sq. ft. space)
Part of the 25,000 sq. ft. facility.
Support services
Help offered alongside funding and space.
About IndieBio (managed by SOSV)
IndieBio, managed by SOSV, started in San Francisco in 2015 as Silicon Valley's first biotech program providing on-site bio-labs and pre-seed investment for scientists launching startups. In 2020, a second location opened in New York City with a 25,000 sq. ft. office, lab, and event space. Originally focused on life sciences, IndieBio has expanded its scope to deep tech, encompassing bio, chemistry, physics, and AI. It supports early-stage companies in sectors such as food, agriculture, industrial decarbonization, AI, therapeutics, and diagnostics, offering mentorship and lab facilities. The program aims to accelerate deep tech startups.
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Frequently asked questions about IndieBio (managed by SOSV)
What does IndieBio (managed by SOSV) do?
IndieBio, managed by SOSV, started in San Francisco in 2015 as Silicon Valley's first biotech program providing on-site bio-labs and pre-seed investment for scientists launching startups. In 2020, a second location opened in New York City with a 25,000 sq. ft. office, lab, and event space.
Where is IndieBio (managed by SOSV) located?
IndieBio (managed by SOSV) is located at San Francisco, CA, United States.
What programs does IndieBio (managed by SOSV) run?
IndieBio (managed by SOSV) runs Deep Tech Acceleration Program.
What facilities does IndieBio (managed by SOSV) offer?
IndieBio (managed by SOSV) offers Bio-labs, Office, Lab and Event Space and Lab (within 25,000 sq. ft. space).
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