Saudi Biotechnology Accelerator
Saudi-anchored. Internationally Connected
The Saudi Biotechnology Accelerator (SBA) is a Riyadh-based platform dedicated to advancing biotechnology, life sciences, healthtech, and medtech innovation – from early concepts to global impact. Established to support founders, researchers, and innovators at every stage, SBA delivers structured programs, expert mentorship, ecosystem integration, and practical pathways that empower ventures to validate, grow, and succeed in Saudi Arabia and beyond.
Rooted in Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and aligned with the National Biotechnology Strategy, SBA bridges global science with local opportunities – connecting startups to research centers, clinical partners, industry stakeholders, and investor networks. With a focus on real readiness, translational execution, and inclusive support, SBA contributes to building a thriving biotechnology ecosystem that nurtures talent, drives commercialization, and accelerates long-term economic and societal impact.
What Makes SBA Different?
saudi biotechnology accelerator
Saudi-
Anchored
Built in the Kingdom and deeply aligned with national biotechnology and innovation priorities
Globally
Connected
Engaging international founders, mentors, and partners to bring global innovation into Saudi Arabia
Real
Readiness
Focused on practical venture, regulatory, investor, implementation and market readiness
Ecosystem-
Integrated
Connected across research, clinical, industry, regulatory, and investment networks to enable real execution
Execution-
Driven
Designed by experienced founders and ecosystem builders to turn innovation into operational ventures
Ecosystem-
Contributing
Actively sharing knowledge, experience, and insights to strengthen the Saudi biotech and deep-tech community
What We Do?
STARTUP PROGRAMS
STAKEHOLDER SERVICES
- External (Non-Member) Startups
- Academic & Research Institutions
- Biotechnology & Deep-Tech Project Owners
- Investors, VCs, Strategic Partners
Experience With SBA
Lecturers, Mentors and Startup Founders about SBA
It was an honor to contribute to the program as both a mentor and a lecturer. Looking forward to seeing the startups’ breakthroughs and tangible collaborations that emerge from this valuable program. Wishing everyone involved great success and lasting global impact.
A heartfelt thank you to the Saudi Biotechnology Accelerator team, the mentors, speakers, and the entire organization for the support and for the warm welcome in Riyadh. It has been a privilege to share this space with leaders and innovators from so many countries. We truly believe in building stronger bridges between ecosystems, and we see Saudi Arabia as a strategic partner with a vision strongly aligned with health innovation. Looking forward to staying connected and moving forward together.
It is a real privilege to be part of this visionary biotechnology development in Saudi Arabia and beyond. What stood out most during this accelerator was the quality of the founders and the seriousness with which they engaged with investor logic — transferable value, scalability, and long-term governance.
Truly an inspiring journey and a powerful program. I was honored to be part of the Biotechnology Venture Readiness Program and to contribute alongside such an exceptional ecosystem. Grateful to the Kingdom for its clear vision and long-term commitment to building a world-class biotechnology and deep-tech ecosystem. Thank you to the distinguished mentors and ecosystem leaders. Proud to contribute to this momentum as we shape the future of biotechnology together.
Proud of being among the team of such a unique international accelerator - focusing on innovation and startup in Biotechnology & MedTech. We have witnessed, enjoyed & mentored great startups from brilliant innovators from allover the world who got attracted to the Saudi Ecosystem.
I would like to express my sincere appreciation to you and the entire Saudi Biotechnology Accelerator team for the valuable efforts, guidance, and knowledge you have provided throughout the program. It has been a truly enriching experience.
Thanks Saudi Biotechnology Accelerator for the opportunity to support!
Honored to have participated as the founder of RedSea BioCollagen. What started as a simple concept has transformed – thanks to the program and the guidance of incredible mentors – from a dream into a real vision now moving toward reality. Thank you all. What we learned in this month and a half came through a structured, guided, and well-designed curriculum delivered by some of the best in their fields. We gained knowledge across many areas, and now the real journey begins.
The caliber of Founders, Mentors, and ecosystem enablers involved in this Program underscores how far the Kingdom has come and how ambitious the trajectory truly is. This is not acceleration for its own sake; it is targeted preparation for ventures that will define the region’s scientific and economic future. Let’s keep building.
Being part of this program has been a real privilege for our startup. Meeting such inspiring mentors and lecturers has given us valuable insights and strengthened our vision. I’m truly grateful for all the guidance and support throughout this journey. The Kingdom’s drive in biotech and med-tech is creating powerful momentum, and we hope to continue contributing to this movement, including future opportunities to present our work on stage.
Together, we accelerate progress toward a healthier, more resilient society while honoring the values of Vision 2030 : innovation, collaboration, and social responsibility. Let’s continue building this future with purpose, dedication, and shared vision.
So honored and excited to participate in the Forum and grateful to all the amazing mentors and program organizers who generously shared their time and expertise. It is incredible to see such commitment to advancing biotechnology ventures and giving many lifesaving solutions more opportunities to succeed and thrive. After several weeks of content-rich sessions and insightful meetings with mentors, VuEssence is more ready than ever to meet the challenges ahead.
Grateful for the opportunity to mentor such promising biotech and digital health founders throughout this program. Great times in mentorship sessions helping teams shaping their strategy, refine their go-to-market plans and strengthen their funding readiness. The energy, commitment and ambition across this Saudi Biotech Accelerator was exceptional!
Thank you to all the mentors of the Saudi Biotech Accelerator for your guidance and valuable insights. Truly appreciate the time and expertise you share with us.
I am truly honored and privileged to participate in and contribute to such an outstanding program. I have learned so much from every founder and entrepreneur I met, as well as from the distinguished lecturers and mentors.
I’m proud to join the Saudi Biotechnology Accelerator Program as the innovator behind the first topical broad-spectrum antibiotic spray. Grateful for this opportunity and excited for the journey ahead.
It was truly a privilege to contribute as a mentor and to work alongside such exceptional founders, mentors, and ecosystem enablers. The impact of this accelerator is clearly visible in the quality and readiness of the startups. Looking forward to seeing many of them build, scale, and anchor their success stories in the Kingdom.
Being part of the Biotechnology Accelerator has been a truly enriching experience. My sincere thanks to the programme team and all mentors for their valuable guidance and insightful sessions.
Saudi Biotechnology Accelerator, which began on 15 October, attracted more than 90 applications from 19 countries worldwide, with strong representation from the life sciences, biomedical, agro, and food sectors. Throughout the program, mentors and lecturers went above and beyond, dedicating their time to support every team. Congratulations to all the startups who made it, many of you will undoubtedly become success stories in the months ahead.
It has been an interesting and valuable journey to be part of the Biotechnology Accelerator. Thank you to the team delivering the programme and all of the mentors for their insightful sessions and contributions.
It was a great pleasure to participate in this first-of-its-kind program in KSA, which spanned over two months and concluded with a culminating forum and a rigorous selection process for the best start-ups to be localized in the Kingdom.
Amazing opportunity to be part of this accelerator.
Honored to be a mentor in the Saudi Arabia – Global Biotechnology Hub Program 2025. Proud to support the innovators driving biotech forward in the Kingdom.
A heartfelt thank you to all Mentors and the Saudi Biotech Accelerator team for your time, vision and encouragement. Being part of this journey with MetSanex has been an honour and an inspiration. Looking forward to building the next chapter together.
Thank you to all mentors, innovators, and partners for strengthening Saudi Arabia’s biotechnology ecosystem. Your support and achievements are truly appreciated.
As a founder, I’m truly grateful to have been part of this outstanding program. I gained immense value from the mentors, the sessions, and the community of innovators. Thank you for this transformative experience.
Grateful to be part of this inspiring journey with the Saudi Biotechnology Ventures Accelerator. Huge thanks to the incredible mentors for their guidance, support, and belief in us founders. The best is yet to come!
We are very happy to have been selected and to have successfully completed this amazing venture readiness program. Thank you, Saudi Biotechnology Accelerator. And all the amazing world-class mentors for your time and dedication to supporting Rosetta Omics.
We're incredibly excited to share a major achievement for Onoids! We have successfully completed the rigorous Saudi Biotechnology Accelerator 2025 and have been selected to present at the final International Biotechnology Achievement Forum! Our two-month journey through the intensive Venture Readiness Program was key in refining the strategy for our integrated precision oncology platform. A huge thank you to the program organizers at Saudi Biotechnology Accelerator for the invaluable support!
Thank you to the Saudi Biotechnology Accelerator team and all the mentors for the insightful talks, workshops, and Q&A sessions.
Grateful for an inspiring day with the BioAccelerator 2025 cohort. Proud of ConvEyXO’s Venture Readiness certification and honoured to be recognised as an “International Startup Top Performer”.
Thank you, Saudi Biotechnology Accelerator, for the kind recognition and warm support. It was truly an honor to present Speratum Biopharma, Inc. at the International Biotechnology Achievement Forum 2025 in Riyadh and to engage with such a distinguished group of scientific, regulatory, and investment leaders. We are deeply grateful to the organizers, the Biotechnology Venture Readiness Program committee, and the expert panel for their confidence in our mission to advance next-generation RNAi therapeutics for solid tumors. We look forward to building meaningful partnerships in the Kingdom.
We value the opportunity to participate and appreciate the thoughtful guidance, insights, and conversations with the mentors and fellow participants throughout the program. We look forward to the next steps.
I had the honor of participating in the International Biotechnology Achievement Forum 2025 – Riyadh, an inspiring gathering of global leaders, researchers, and innovators shaping the future of biotechnology. As I continue advancing NanoHealix’s mission, I am eager to deepen partnerships in Saudi Arabia and remain open to opportunities that allow me to contribute more directly to the Kingdom’s thriving biotechnology ecosystem. Grateful to Saudi Biotechnology Accelerator for the chance to connect, learn, and envision new pathways for impact.
With deep respect and sincere appreciation, I thank the Saudi Biotechnology Accelerator, its leadership, and mentors for their trust, strategic stewardship, and long-term vision. This initiative stands apart through its clarity of direction, intellectual rigor, and sovereign-level ambition. It is more than an accelerator – it is a sovereign platform where future-defining solutions are shaped and the foundations of nationally significant ecosystems are built. It is an honor to be part of this vision. Thank you for the guidance, trust, and responsible leadership that is shaping the future.
We’re deeply grateful to the Saudi Biotechnology Accelerator for an inspiring journey through the Biotechnology Venture Readiness Program 2025. The program reflects Saudi Arabia’s strong ambition under Vision 2030 to build a globally relevant biotech ecosystem – one that encourages founders to think big, act boldly, and build responsibly. The experience sharpened our thinking around regulation, IP, clinical translation, and scalable manufacturing, while reinforcing the importance of affordability and access. Excited to be part of a growing biotech movement in the Kingdom.
Saudi Biotechnology Accelerator
Pioneering Riyadh-based Saudi Biotechnology Accelerator, advancing biotech, healthtech and life sciences innovators’ journey, and helping to excel in the markets, while actively contributing to the Saudi innovation ecosystem