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Neurotech Frontiers Incubation Program
Neurotech Built With Care
In partnership with the Frist Center for Autism & Innovation at Vanderbilt University and Janus Innovation Hub, our incubation program is a six-month experience for early-stage startups building technology that supports neurodivergent individuals, their families, and the professionals who work with them.
Are you building something that strengthens inclusion, independence, and quality of life for neurodiverse communities?
Who this program is for
This program is a strong fit if you meet all of the following criteria:
Stage Fit
An early stage startup (from idea with strong insight through pre-seed or seed)
Collaboration Fit
Ready to engage with advisors, researchers, and partners in an intensive but founder-friendly program
Solution Fit
Building a tech-enabled product (software, hardware, or a combination)
Mindset Fit
Open to feedback, iteration,
and evidence-informed development
You can be incorporated or pre-incorporated, as long as you have a clear concept, a committed team, and a genuine focus on neurodivergent users and their communities.
What you get in the program
You will join a curated cohort of founders working on related challenges, and get access to a structured support system that includes:
Masterclasses
Strategy Labs
Advisory Support
Founder Community & Networking
Live online sessions guide the core program and help you refine your product, shape your go to market plan, and connect with people who can move your work forward.
Selection criteria
When reviewing applications, we look for:
You do not need to have everything figured out. You do need to show that you are serious, thoughtful, and ready to make progress.
Clarity of the problem you are solving for neurodivergent users
Insight into the community, including lived experience or user input
Team commitment and coachability
Potential for real-world use
Our Commitment
Together with the Frist Center for Autism and Innovation, we aim to support founders developing meaningful technologies for neurodivergent individuals. This program is a core part of our commitment to advancing inclusive, community-centered innovation.
Ready to apply?
Bring your idea, your team, and your commitment to building for neurodivergent communities. Join the waitlist today to be considered for our Summer 2026 cohort. You can apply now, and we will reach out to shortlisted teams for interviews ahead of the summer launch.