Early-Stage Innovation Nexus Award
Funding to Fuel Advancement
The Early-Stage Innovation Nexus Award, sponsored by Laborie, is a grant recognizing exceptional early-stage startups with bold ideas and transformative potential in urology. This award celebrates innovation at its earliest and most pivotal stage, where new technologies and approaches can meaningfully improve patient outcomes, expand access to care, and redefine clinical and operational excellence.
The awardee will be selected at the AUA Innovation Nexus Forum on May 14, 2026, during the Showcase presentations, honoring one standout company from the Pre-Seed or Seed segment of the Showcase. The award will be presented at the Innovation Nexus Networking Reception following the Forum.
Award Purpose
The Early-Stage Innovation Nexus Award is designed to:
- Accelerate breakthrough healthcare innovations at the earliest stages
- Support visionary founders developing novel technologies or solutions
- Encourage scalable, measurable impact across healthcare delivery, diagnostics, and clinical care
- Strengthen connections between innovators, industry leaders, and the investment community
Award Details
- Award Amount: $20,000 Grant
- Sponsor: Laborie
- Eligibility Pool: Pre-Seed and Seed Stage Startups Participating in the 2026 Innovation Nexus Forum Showcase
- Announcement: May 14, 2026 | 5:00-6:00 p.m.
- Location: Innovation Nexus Networking Reception