At different stages of development, startups require different types of validation. Early stages involve customer validation to ensure real needs are being addressed. Later stages demand more rigorous testing—such as prototyping, pre-clinical testing, and eventually clinical trials—to demonstrate both safety and effectiveness.
CO-AX helps startups navigate this journey by providing expertise, access to healthcare providers, and connections to real-world testing opportunities across local, national, and international ecosystems.
“Testing is where theory meets reality. For startups in health and medtech, structured and supported validation is not only a regulatory necessity—it’s what turns an idea into impact.”– Jessica Planefeldt, Business Advisor CO-AX Accelerator
Strategic Partnerships for Real-World Validation
Innovationsplattformen, VGR
Strengthening the innovation capacity of the healthcare system in Västra Götaland, Innovationsplattformen ensures high-quality and sustainable innovation collaborations. Their work supports the transformation of healthcare and contributes to regional and national growth in the life science sector. Learn more
Nordic Proof
Nordic Proof is a trusted network that offers access to premium healthcare testing environments across the Nordics. From early-stage validation to advanced documentation, Nordic Proof’s partners help innovators refine and prove their solutions at every stage.
Leap for Life
As Halland’s platform for health innovation, Leap for Life unites public, private, and academic stakeholders to foster change. Their high-quality test environments allow for meaningful validation and co-creation of tomorrow’s healthcare solutions. Learn more
