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About Us
Manipal – Government of Karnataka Bioincubator, Technology Business Incubator, an initiative by Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) and the Government of Karnataka to facilitate incubation of startups. This Incubation platform aims at upscaling innovations specializing in technology, propelling innovative ideas towards product commercialization. The Startups, entrepreneurs, innovators, entrepreneurship ventures of researchers, faculty and students are welcome to explore world class bio-incubation space with cutting edge access to expertise and infrastructure. Manipal-GOK Bioincubator also focuses on the translational activities dedicated to promoting technology based early stage ideas, through mentorship, investment readiness support, technical assistance, business validation and networking opportunities.
Manipal Academy for Higher Education with a 60-year-old legacy of excellence, partnering with the Government of Karnataka with a vision to create a world-class startup ecosystem with a powerful blend of academic experience and industry exposure. Government of Karnataka extends its support through strategic investment and policy interventions, to create the Bioincubator to accelerate the innovative ideas with a strong market potential, and to build up multidisciplinary technology development through the intersection of professional institutions of Health Sciences, Pharma, Medical, Dental, Engineering, Life Science, Management, Basic Science, Communication, etc. for the enhancement entrepreneurial culture of Manipal eco-system, with over 28,000 students from 57 different nations.
The Goal of Manipal-GOK Bioincubator is to handhold and address the challenges of entrepreneurs to create technology-based enterprise to successfully commercializing business model. Bioincubator is keen to develop a strong entrepreneurial culture with good governance and operational model to evaluate and benchmark the performance of entrepreneurs. Bioincubator welcomes you to explore the emerging opportunities available with biotechnology hubs with the cumulative incubation area of 10,000 sq. ft. of laboratory and office spaces along with opportunities to forge synergies with industry.
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Thrust Areas
Transforming Research into Real-World Healthcare Solutions.
Biotechnology
Dental Innovation
Biopharma
Healthcare & Diagnostics
Biomedical Devices
Food Technology
From Dream to Done
Teachspoon Edtech Pvt Ltd
Employing bite-sized animated videos, mnemonics, notes in the area of dental studies to help students comprehend the subject in less time than they typically would. Content will be created under the guidance of subject experts who are going to proofread all the information.
Neer Shakti Systems Pvt Ltd
Creating nano bubble generators to enhance crop yield. These generators produce nano-sized bubbles that improve water quality and nutrient absorption in agricultural practices, leading to healthier and more productive crops.
Testimonials
“Partnering with the Manipal–GOK Bioincubator has accelerated the development of our video laryngoscope. The hands-on support, cutting-edge lab resources, and expert guidance enabled rapid iterations, helping us advance our device toward safer and more effective airway management solutions.”
Dr Dasharathraj K Shetty
Co-founder and Director.
“The Manipal–GOK Bioincubator has been a catalyst in our product journey. With reliable lab infrastructure, responsive technical support, and access to industry mentors, we successfully refined our portable medical refrigeration units. The incubator’s dynamic environment has been instrumental in moving our innovation closer to market readiness.”
Mr Mayur Shetty
CEO BlackFrog Technologies
“Our journey with the Manipal–GOK Bioincubator has been transformative. With access to advanced prototyping facilities and expert mentorship, we were able to refine our dental X-ray positioning guide efficiently. The incubator’s collaborative ecosystem has been key in bringing our innovation closer to clinical adoption.”
Dr Sruthi Acharya
Co founder-Eikona X Innovative Solutions Pvt. Ltd
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Manipal Start-Up Expo 2025
Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), an Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University, successfully hosted the Manipal Start-Up Expo 2025 in Manipal on Monday. The flagship event brought together India’s most innovative minds, emerging founders, and breakthrough technologies under one roof. It provided a dynamic platform for showcasing ideas, fostering meaningful collaborations, and strengthening connections across the growing entrepreneurial ecosystem.
The Global Bio-India 2024 Roadshow
The Global Bio-India 2024 Roadshow, scheduled for August 21, 2024, offers a valuable opportunity for Manipal innovators to engage with leading industry experts. The event will feature insights from a BIRAC representative and other distinguished speakers on funding, innovation support, and emerging opportunities. It aims to foster collaboration,help participants explore pathways for growth within the rapidly evolving biotechnology and entrepreneurial landscape.