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Accelerating Early-Stage Life Science Innovation.

Supporting life science translation from lab to life in the OKC ten-county region.

APPLICATION DUE DATES

Concept A Due 
December 5, 2025

Concept B  Due 
March 27, 2026

Concept C  Due 
July 17, 2026 

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Mission

At OKBioStart, we believe that life science is critical to shaping the future of healthcare globally. We are committed to advancing biotech solutions by providing support and resources to researchers and entrepreneurs in the 10-county region of Oklahoma City. Our program is designed to help translate scientific discoveries from the lab to the commercial marketplace, where they can improve people's lives and drive economic growth.

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COMMUNITY

OKBioStart offers three distinct programs to support innovation in the State of Oklahoma

The Community Program is an initiative that provides fun and informative activities designed to foster collaboration and networking within the life science community. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend our bi-monthly events. Check out our LinkedIn for more information about upcoming events.

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CONCEPT

OKBioStart offers three distinct programs to support innovation in the State of Oklahoma

The Concept Program is an application-based program that assists life science innovators. We evaluate your concept for commercial viability and deliver a comprehensive project plan for the next steps in your commercialization journey.

 

Access our RFP to learn more information about our concept program here.

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LAUNCH

OKBioStart offers three distinct programs to support innovation in the State of Oklahoma

The Launch Program allows for the most commercially viable concepts to receive non-dilutive funding and the opportunity to work with a launch program manager to implement their commercial plans over the course of 12 months. 

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Our Team

Executive Director 

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Assistant Director

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Launch Program Manager 

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Concept Program Manager

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Community & Marketing

Program Manager

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Admin/Finance Coordinator

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Us in Numbers

$100M+

Clients’ Income during the Last Quarter

5

Industry Awards

355

Business Partners in over 30 Countries

27

Years of Experience

Our Industry Partners

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See our Impact first hand!

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