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Program Overview
The MLSC is committed to a life sciences ecosystem that is diverse, inclusive, and equitable for all members of this industry. To ensure we continue to shift the paradigm, the Massachusetts Next Generation (MassNextGen) Initiative has expanded to support a larger and more diverse pool of entrepreneurs.
Awardees of the program will receive a year-long customized package of support, which includes non-dilutive grant funding, in-kind lab bench at a sponsoring incubator, and access to a network of seasoned professionals from the life sciences ecosystem helping them to refine their business strategies and effectively raise capital. In addition, awardees will highlight their company to sponsors, awardees, and representatives of venture capital firms at the end of the program year in a “showcase” event to promote relationship building.
The application period will run from March 16 – June 12, 2026 at 1 p.m. EST. Applications will not be considered past this deadline.
Eligibility & Evaluation: Please view the details of the program including full list of eligibility requirements, resources available and evaluation process.
Sample Application: A sample application can be viewed on the MassNextGen program website.
Connect with us to learn more
If you have questions regarding the application process, e-mail MassNextGen@masslifesciences.com.
Program Overview
The MLSC is particularly seeking to enhance and/or expand training programs that address critical skills and talent supply gaps facing the sate’s life science industry. Such programs include those focused on Biomanufacturing, MedTech, Advanced Manufacturing, and other key careers in the life sciences ecosystem in Massachusetts. Applicants must have at-least one industry partnership that ensures that the program is responding to a direct hiring need.
Furthermore, the MLSC is committed to increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion within the life sciences workforce and will prioritize investments in programs that serve underrepresented populations.
Program Eligibility
Applicants must be a Massachusetts legally organized:
- Life Science company (“Company”) located in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
- and regisered to do business in Massachusetts. A Certifcate of Good Standing from
- the Massachusetts Secretary of State and Certifcate of Good Standing from the
- Massachusetts Department of Revenue are required for the submission
- Community-Based Organizations (CBOs), including CBOs relying on a fscal agent
- Community Colleges, Colleges, and Universities
- Comprehensive and Vocational High Schools, including Vocational Schools ofering an
- after-hours or Career Technical Initiative evening training program
- For-Profit Entities
- Non-Profit Entities
- Municipalities
- Workforce Development Organizations
- MassHire Workforce Investment Boards and Career Centers
Please review detailed program eligibility and application evaluation process here: Eligibility and Evaluation Process
If you have any questions regarding the application process, Email: Pathmaker@masslifesciences.com
Program Overview
The Impact Catalyst program is a seed-stage, non-dilutive funding program designed for early-stage life science startups. It addresses funding gaps in underinvested areas aligned with disease burden and accelerates innovation in hard-to-commercialize areas across Massachusetts. Through a milestone-based investment model, the program is designed to reduce risk around innovation and drive long-term impact in areas of significant unmet need and public health impact.
The application period will run from March 16 – June 12, 2026 at 1 p.m. EST. Applications will not be considered past this deadline.
Eligibility & Evaluation: All details about the program, including the full list of eligibility requirements, available resources, and a sample application, can be found on our program website.
Connect with us to learn more
If you have questions regarding the application process, e-mail impactcatalyst@masslifesciences.com.