Accelerate tech for health
Applications Now Open!
CO-AX Accelerator is on the lookout for bold innovators tackling global health challenges. If you have a breakthrough in health tech, now’s your chance to scale it faster than ever.
We support startups at every stage – from early entrepreneurship and pre-incubation to tailored incubation, growth, and global commercialisation.
Through CO-AX, you’ll connect with our global network of partners, healthcare providers, testbeds, investors, stakeholders, and program leaders – giving you the resources and expertise to bring your innovation to life.
Apply today and turn your vision into real-world health impact.
144
Startups incubated
7.5 BSEK
Capital raised
9.5 BSEK
Market value
Where tech startups address global health challenges
We offer tailored programs, expert business advice, and a network of industry leaders to help you grow. CO-AX Accelerator is where tech startups scale and grow internationally.
Tailored Programs for Every Stage: From pre-incubation, incubation to growth and scaling to next markets, CO-AX provides support at every stage of your innovation journey.
A Thriving Community: Join a vibrant life science community, connect with fellow startups, and access global networks of partners, healthcare providers, testbeds, and investors.
At the Heart of Innovation: Located in the city center of Gothenburg, near the University Hospital, Research Centers and Universities, we offer co-working spaces for early startups and opportunity to rent offices and lab facilities through our Facility partner, ensuring access to expertise and collaboration.
Our Game Changers
We support startups in putting health innovations where people really need it and the results speak for themselves.
Sightic's award-collecting solution for detection of intoxication from various substances, help saving lives around the world
Aweria increase capacity in the emergency care chain.
2024 integrated with Cambio Cosmic, the most used EHR in Sweden
Sidekick provides personalised assistance in self-managed care, empowering patients with chronic diseases
> 150 FTEs, valued at > 2.5 BSEK
Captario delivers turbo-charged decision support for the pharma industry, using advanced simulation technology.
>30 MSEK revenue 2023
We put founders' interests first
Videm
Videm is developing a small, automated diagnostic device for quick and accurate detection of infectious diseases directly at the point of care.
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Detectivio
Detectivio has developed technology for contact-free detection and quantification of vital signs by scanning the face from a one-meter distance.
VSA Innovation
Meet Marouane and Peidi from VSA Innovation. They develop SmartUrine, an automated solution for urine testing and analysis.
Hear from CO-AX portfolio and alumni
"CO-AX has helped us open several doors, everything from quality assurance of the business to capital raising/financing and exposure to relevant partners and customers. Their support has been fantastic, with a clear tailored focus on what has been important for our particular business." - Peder Remman, CEO Boneprox
"Being part of CO-AX at Sahlgrenska Science Park has been a very valuable strategic advantage for VERIGRAFT. The tailored support and deep understanding of the international health tech landscape have helped us sharpen our focus, strengthen our network, and accelerate our path toward clinical and commercial success." -
Petter Björquist, CEO Verigraft
"At Mirno we are highly motivated to make rapid progress, and a normal week for us is filled with many questions on how best to move forward with our goals. Our coaches at CO-AX have a wealth of experience in supporting Medtech startups, which has helped us to make moves with confidence. We can recommend CO-AX because even in a few short months, we’re seeing tangible results." – David Gundry, CEO Mirno
Our Team
Emma Hallenberg
Director CO-AX
Annica Grimberg Lignell
Director Innovation & Business , CO-AX Growth
Göran Leonardsson
Business Advisor
Petter Wolff
Business Advisor
Jessica Planefeldt
Business Advisor
Siddhartha Khandelwal
Head of Investor Relations
Emilia Hertzberg
Business Advisor
Stefan Book
Business Advisor
Nusrat Unissa Begum
Digital Communicator
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14/10/2025
HealthTech Venture Pulse 2025
HealthTech Venture Pulse brings together 15-20 carefully curated startups from across Sweden to pitch and connect with leading investors — all in a personalized, invite-only setting, held at Sahlgrenska Science Park, together with Vator Securities.
Arvid Wallgrens Backe 20, 413 46 Göteborg, Sweden
24/11/2025 - 28/11/2025
PRECISEU Personalised Medicine (PM) School
Five webinars. Five opportunities to shape the future of Personalised Medicine. From 24 to 28 November 2025, PRECISEU will host its second Personalised Medicine (PM) School, organised by Sahlgrenska Science Park in Gothenburg, Sweden.
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11 aug. 2025
Applications Open for CO-AX Accelerator 2025 Fall Cohort
The search is on for the next generation of health-tech innovators.CO-AX Accelerator is now accepting applications for the 2025 Fall Cohort, welcoming visionary entrepreneurs ready to bring transformative healthcare solutions to life.
19 juni 2025
Zoologen Opens New Labs and Offices in 2026 – Join Gothenburg’s Expanding Life Science Cluster
The historic Zoologen building, ideally situated between the University of Gothenburg and Sahlgrenska University Hospital, is set to reopen in autumn 2026 with newly renovated laboratory and office spaces. With modern infrastructure and a prime location on Medicinareberget, Zoologen is positioned to become a cornerstone of the city’s growing Life Science ecosystem.