The BARDA Accelerator Network Digital Health Hub
Advancing digital health solutions to support public health preparedness
Paratus Digital Health Hub is an accelerator advancing digital solutions to improve health preparedness. This joint initiative was created between MATTER and the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA), part of the Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. It is the Digital Health arm of the BARDA Accelerator Network.
Through the Paratus Digital Health Hub, entrepreneurs developing digital health preparedness solutions receive support through acceleration services and product validation opportunities so they can empower the nation to prepare for and respond to health security threats and improve the continuum of care.
Opportunities
Accelerator Program
Paratus Digital Health Hub accelerators support entrepreneurs developing digital health solutions to enhance the nation’s preparedness for public health emergencies through education, funding opportunities, mentorship and networking.
Our inaugural accelerator supports entrepreneurs who are developing relevant digital health solutions addressing medical countermeasures.
The application-based opportunity is live and accepting applications through November 22.
Development, Evaluation and Validation Studies
Paratus provides funding and support services to help entrepreneurs validate clinical, technical and business elements of their product and company, by working with health systems or other established partners. These discrete, four- to six-week studies will evaluate a specific hypothesis for novel digital health medical countermeasures. Longer studies will also be considered and supported.
Through the program, innovators will work with MATTER to receive funding, study-site matching and support to accelerate their solution. The program is application-based and will be launching soon.
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News & Events
Stay up-to-date on digital health countermeasure innovation opportunities, news and events from the MATTER community and BARDA Accelerator Network.
Program Benefits
Through MATTER’s Paratus Digital Health Hub, participants receive strategy support, access to early stage funding, solutions validation and more.
Coaching & Mentorship
Receive coaching and one-on-one feedback from our extensive network of subject matter experts and industry leaders, plus support from MATTER’s Venture Acceleration
Thought Leadership
Navigate the complexities of today’s healthcare industry with our on-demand course library — custom-built with leading experts for healthcare businesses.
Networking Opportunities
Connect with people who will help you succeed through curated programs and events with fellow founders, industry leaders and the broader MATTER network.
Early Stage Capital
Access early stage funding to support the development, evaluation and validation of your digital health solution.
Community Engagement
Engage with fellow healthcare innovators via our MATTER Slack community and access exclusive opportunities via our innovation network.
Convene & Connect
Enjoy in-person and virtual opportunities to hear from thought leaders and changemakers from across the healthcare ecosystem.
The BARDA Accelerator Network
In Partnership with the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority
The BARDA Accelerator Network aims to provide comprehensive support to health security innovators, startups and BARDA portfolio companies through wrap-around accelerator services, technical and business/commercialization expertise, and resources. The network will facilitate the rapid development, evaluation, validation and commercialization of medical countermeasures.
