A dedicated support system for early-stage health startups.
Aleap Incubator helps founders navigate the complexity of health innovation, from regulation to market entry.
Aleap incubator
Aleap Incubator is built for early-stage health and life science startups, with tailored support in regulation, validation, and business development. You get access to expert advisors, office space, a strong community, and a network of partners. There's no fixed timeline, we support your journey at your pace.
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Our focus areas
We focus on three core areas where innovation drives measurable health outcomes
MedTech
Digital Health
BioTech
Accelerate with us
Short programs for early momentum
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Who is it for?
Aleap is designed exclusively for startups in the health sector—spanning Devices, Drugs, Diagnostics, and Digital Health. If your team is passionate about solving healthcare challenges and has evidence of product-market fit, Aleap is the place to grow your innovation
What do we offer?
Aleap provides a full ecosystem to support your startup’s success:
- Tailored Business Advisory: One-on-one mentoring from seasoned health industry experts.
- Access to Capital: Help identifying soft funding opportunities and introductions to health-focused investors, plus potential investment from Aleap’s early-stage fund.
- Community & Network: Engage with 40+ startups, events, and a vibrant knowledge-sharing culture.
- Office Space: Flexible desk and office options with high-speed WiFi, meeting rooms, and amenities.
- Service Provider Perks: Legal, regulatory, accounting, and marketing services—often free or at discounted rates
Pricing
- NOK 4,000 per month per desk (ex. VAT) for up to three desks.
- Secure office spaces for 3 -10 people are priced individually
- Prices include access to coworking spaces, internet, community events, and advisory support.
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Office space and collaborations
Work alongside other health startups at Oslo Science Park, with access to meeting rooms, events, and daily opportunities to connect and collaborate.
Member stories
Every venture is different. Here’s some stories from our members
The foundation Aleap provides for startup companies is unsurpassed, and probably a big success factor.
My motivation to go to Aleap was to get a community to belong to. A place where you can grow your business and meet others that have similar challenges to yours. Aleap is different today than back then as it provides more knowledge and has more content in terms of events, service providers and so on, so it is even more valuable now.
Without Aleap, there is no other place for health startups to thrive.
Aleap has a very important role in the ecosystem. I am very happy thatthere is a selection process and that not everyone is admitted, there are somequality requirements that must be met. You need to be challenged to progress! Andwhen you’re in you are expected to show progress and at the same time everyoneis rooting for your success.
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The innovation environment at Aleap has been invaluable to us.
Being able to share experiences with other health entrepreneurs and gain access to mentors has helped us grow faster. Even though we are moving out of Aleap’s premises, we remain members and will continue to be part of the community—we’re just moving one floor up.
Frequently Asked Questions
The most common things people ask us, and our answers.
Do you take equity?
No, Aleap does not take equity in the startups that join the incubator.
Membership is structured as a paid monthly service, which covers access to workspaces, business advisory, community events, and support services. This allows founders to retain full ownership and control of their companies while benefiting from Aleap’s specialized health innovation ecosystem
Can I work from Aleap full time?
Yes, Aleap members can absolutely work full-time at the incubator.
Members have access to dedicated desks or office suites, fast internet, meeting rooms, and shared facilities such as printers and kitchen areas—making it fully equipped for full-time work. The incubator is designed to support the daily operations of health startups and encourages members to embed themselves in the vibrant and collaborative environment Aleap offers.
Additionally, being present on-site allows you to take full advantage of networking, community events, and spontaneous knowledge sharing—key aspects of the Aleap experience.
Is there a fixed program or timeline?
No, Aleap does not follow a rigid, fixed curriculum. Instead, members benefit from a flexible support model shaped around their needs. The goal is to offer hands-on help, from product validation to investor readiness, while allowing startups the freedom to grow at their own pace. Graduation is expected after about three years
Do I have to be based in Oslo?
No, startups do not need to be based in Oslo to join Aleap.
While the majority of Aleap members are located in Oslo and work from the Oslo Science Park, Aleap supports health startups from across the Nordics. Remote engagement is possible, and companies can still access advisory services, partner networks, and select community benefits without being physically present full-time.
However, having a local presence may enhance your ability to fully benefit from Aleap’s co-working facilities, networking events, and in-person collaboration opportunities.
What’s the difference between Aleap and other incubators?
Aleap is the largest health-focused incubator in the Nordics, offering a uniquely tailored model called The Aleap Model. Unlike generalist incubators, Aleap provides:
- Sector-specific advisory from health veterans
- Deep connections to public and private health networks
- Access to a corporate partner program (e.g., HSØ, Oslo Kommune)
- Collaboration opportunities with pharma leaders like AstraZeneca through mentoring exchanges
Who can apply to join Aleap?
Aleap welcomes health-focused startups and entrepreneurs who are developing innovative solutions within the fields of:
- Medical Devices
- Pharmaceuticals/Drugs
- Diagnostics
- Digital Health
To be considered, applicants should ideally have:
- A dedicated and capable team
- An innovative healthcare solution
- Evidence of product-market fit or strong potential for it
While most members are based in Oslo, we also supports startups from across the Nordics. If you are committed to addressing healthcare challenges and building a scalable business, you are encouraged to apply
Get in touch
Use our contact form or reach out directly to one of our team members.
You can also reach us at info@aleap.no for general inquiries,
Aksel Tunold
