Onco:Innovate Investment Day 2026

19 NOVEMBER 2026 · 14:00–16:00 CET · ONLINE

Onco:Innovate Investment Day

Selected Startups. Selected Investors. Meaningful Connections.

Connecting Europe’s oncology innovation and investment ecosystem. A curated investment event connecting selected oncology startups with relevant investors — with dedicated 1:1 matchmaking and an exclusive co-investor matchmaking session designed to create meaningful investment and partnership opportunities.

Application deadline: 31 October 2026

Apply as a Startup

Join as an Investor

Become a Partner

Key Facts

19 Nov 2026

14:00–16:00 CET

Online

Join from anywhere

15+ Selected startups

curated oncology innovators

Application only

Participation is by selection, no pay-to-pitch

30+ Curated investors

relevant, investment-focused audience

1:1 Matchmaking

targeted startup-investor meetings

Co- & Lead-investor Matching

connect with investment partners

Insights

Partner panels from leading oncology and investment partners

Innovation Meets Capital. Investors Meet Opportunities

Across Europe, breakthrough oncology solutions are emerging across biotech, therapeutics, diagnostics, MedTech, AI and digital health. Onco:Innovate Investment Day brings together a carefully selected group of investment-ready oncology companies and relevant investors in a focused environment for pitches, conversations and potential investment.

But the opportunity goes beyond startup–investor connections. Dedicated co-investor matchmaking gives investors the opportunity to connect with potential lead investors, syndication partners and co-investors around relevant oncology opportunities.

The programme also creates connections between VCs and funds currently raising and potential LPs, while LPs can discover emerging investment funds active in the European oncology ecosystem.

One focused programme. Multiple opportunities to connect, invest and build partnerships.

For Startups

Get in front of investors who understand oncology, healthcare and life sciences.

Demo Day Benefits

Pitch to a curated investor audience
Present your science, technology, traction and investment opportunity
Meet potential lead and co-investors
Build relationships beyond the stage through targeted 1:1 meetings
Increase visibility across Europe’s oncology innovation ecosystem

Additional Benefits

Selected startups also benefit from special access to the broader Onco:Innovate ecosystem, including:

Complimentary access to selected formats — including Onco:Innovate events and international roadshows
Internationalisation & market entry opportunities
Oncology data & insights
Hospital connections — access to procurement opportunities and healthcare partners
Grant & consortium opportunities
Ongoing ecosystem access across investors, hospitals, pharma and industry

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For Investors

Discover emerging oncology companies selected for relevance, maturity and investment potential.

Demo Day Benefits

Access a curated pipeline of oncology startups and scaleups
Meet founders and explore their investment cases
Discover opportunities across biotech, therapeutics, diagnostics, MedTech, AI and digital health
Take part in focused 1:1 meetings
Identify potential co-investment opportunities

Additional Benefits

Join the Onco:Innovate Investor Network and stay connected to Europe’s emerging oncology ecosystem.

Free Investor Network membership
Showcase your portfolio to a relevant European ecosystem
Access emerging startups and investment opportunities
Exclusive investor access to roundtables and networking formats
Oncology market insights
Visibility for your fund — PR and thought leadership
Portfolio visibility through selected Onco:Innovate channels

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For Partners

Supporting the next generation of oncology innovation

Supporting the next generation of oncology innovation

The Onco:Innovate Investment Day is made possible through the support of organisations committed to accelerating oncology innovation and helping promising solutions reach the market.

Become an Investment Day Partner. Partner with Onco:Innovate to support emerging oncology companies and connect your organisation with a curated community of innovators, investors and healthcare stakeholders. Partnership opportunities can include:

Visibility throughout the Investment Day and associated communications
Association with a high-quality oncology innovation initiative
Access to the broader Onco:Innovate ecosystem
Opportunities to contribute expertise through keynote or expert participation
Connections with selected startups, investors and ecosystem stakeholders

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The Programme

A focused programme connecting oncology innovation, investment and opportunity.

Time	Programme
14:00–14:05	Welcome & Opening — Onco:Innovate and Investment Day introduction
14:05–14:20	Keynote — Expert perspective on the oncology innovation and investment landscape
14:20–14:40	Investment Insights Panel — Investors discuss market trends, opportunities and what they are looking for in oncology
14:40–15:40	Startup Pitches — Selected startups present their investment opportunity in concise 5-minute pitches
15:40–16:00	Matchmaking Introduction & Next Steps — Setting the stage for targeted investor-startup meetings

After the Investment Day

STARTUP–INVESTOR MATCHMAKING SESSIONS

Dedicated 1:1 meetings between selected startups and investors. Continue the conversation, ask the deeper questions and explore investment opportunities, partnerships and strategic fit.

The Onco:Innovate Investment Day is the starting point. Following the pitches, we facilitate targeted 1:1 meetings between selected startups and investors, followed by exclusive co-investment matchmaking for investors.

EXCLUSIVE CO-INVESTMENT MATCHMAKING

A dedicated opportunity for investors to connect with potential co-investors around selected oncology opportunities.

5 minutes to pitch. Then go deeper. No lengthy Q&A after each pitch. The pitches are designed to spark interest — the 1:1 matchmaking sessions are where the deeper conversations happen. The number of presenting startups is intentionally limited to preserve the quality, pace and relevance of the programme.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can participate in Onco:Innovate Investment Day?

The event is designed for selected oncology startups, investors, VCs, corporate investors, family offices, strategic healthcare investors, LPs and other relevant capital partners.

Is there a fee to pitch?

No. There is no pitch fee. Participation is selective and application-based. Investment-related arrangements, where applicable, are handled separately between the parties involved.

Do I need to buy a ticket?

No. Participation is application- and invitation-based. There are no public tickets.

How are startups selected?

We select startups based on factors such as innovation, scientific or technological strength, market potential, traction, team, investment readiness and relevance to the oncology investment landscape.

How are investors selected?

We curate investors based on their investment focus, activity, expertise and interest in oncology, healthcare, life sciences and related technologies.

How does the 5-minute pitch work?

Each selected startup has 5 minutes to present its investment opportunity, with a strict hard cut at the end of the time limit. There is no direct Q&A after the pitch — further questions and discussions take place during the dedicated 1:1 startup–investor meetings. Important: the presentation submitted with the application will be the presentation used at the event, so please ensure it is final and pitch-ready.

How many startups and investors will participate?

The Investment Day is designed to bring together approximately 15 selected startups and 20+ relevant investors, keeping the format focused and high-quality.

How does the 1:1 matchmaking work?

Following the pitches, startups and investors can be connected based on investment interests, stage, sector and strategic fit. Selected matches can continue with dedicated 1:1 meetings.

What is the co-investor matchmaking session?

The exclusive co-investor matchmaking session gives investors an opportunity to connect with potential co-investment partners around relevant oncology opportunities. VCs and funds currently raising can also connect with potential LPs, while LPs can discover emerging funds.

What happens after Investment Day?

Onco:Innovate continues to facilitate relevant connections through its broader ecosystem, including investor meetings, international formats, market opportunities and other innovation and investment activities.

What do startups get beyond the Investment Day?

Selected startups gain access to additional opportunities within the Onco:Innovate ecosystem, including selected 2027 events and roadshows, internationalisation and market-entry opportunities, oncology data and insights, hospital procurement connections, grant consortium opportunities and more.