MALSI Day 2026

The 19th annual Massachusetts Life Sciences Innovation (MALSI) Day is the biggest day for life sciences startups and innovation in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. This is a high-energy, hands-on, global event which brings together scientific leaders and business experts to mingle with scientists, post-docs, professors, entrepreneurs, innovators, and venture capitalists.

The day features panel discussions, emerging technology spinout showcase / pitches, and features Tech Transfer Office startups and a networking reception.

It is the flagship event of life sciences in Massachusetts, jointly and actively put together by the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center, BioLabs, LabCentral, MassVentures and The Engine, in partnership with many other major organizations supporting the life sciences start-up ecosystem in the Commonwealth.

Agenda details are still being finalized, check back for updates! For reference, you can find details of last year's event here.

Apply to Present in the MALSI Day Showcase

MALSI Day Showcase is an opportunity for emerging university life sciences pre-startups and spinouts to present/pitch to investors and representatives from industry in a fun and dynamic environment. There will also be the opportunity to compete for two $2,000 prizes (Judges Award and Audience Favorite). This is a signature event in its 19th year!

Selected applicants will be provided with:

● Opportunity for a one-minute pitch to all attendees

● Exhibit space at the showcase

● Pitch-prep webinar

You are welcome to apply if:

● You are a PI or researcher affiliated with a Massachusetts university or academic research hospital or a member of a team/spinout working with a PI.

● You are working on commercializing life sciences technology/IP with the tech transfer office at your institution (you will be asked to provide contact info for who you are working with).

● You have not raised or do not expect to raise more than $2M in dilutive funding (angel, venture) prior to the event.

Accepted applicants must be available to attend the MALSI 2026 event at The Engine, 750 Main St., Cambridge, MA from 1pm -7pm on July 23, 2026.

The application deadline is June 19th. Please contact your tech transfer office if you have any questions.

CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE APPLICATION FORM