BIH Clinical Incubator

The Clinical Incubator (CLIC) at the Berlin Institute of Health (BIH), Charité, is a dynamic platform designed to accelerate the development of Advanced and Personalized Therapies (APTs) by bridging the gap between cutting-edge biomedical research and real-world clinical application. With a focus on transforming innovative therapeutic concepts into viable clinical solutions, CLIC offers startups and research teams an optimal environment for de-risking projects and fast-tracking them toward clinical trials.

Mission

CLIC’s mission is to provide the tools, expertise, and collaborative space needed to drive the next generation of personalized medical solutions, particularly in APTs. By combining scientific rigor with entrepreneurial guidance, CLIC ensures that academic researchers, clinicians, and startup founders can transform promising innovations into therapies that have a tangible impact on patient care.

Who It Serves

CLIC is designed to serve entrepreneurs, early-stage startups, and academic research teams that are focused on pioneering new therapies. Whether it's startups developing cutting-edge biomedical technologies or researchers looking to advance their clinical studies, CLIC provides the infrastructure, mentorship, and regulatory support necessary for success. It is particularly suited for those working in regenerative medicine, oncology, and rare diseases, offering tailored services to help these teams navigate the complexities of clinical development.

Partnership with BioLabs

At the heart of CLIC’s offering is its collaboration with BioLabs, a global leader in life science incubator management. This partnership empowers CLIC to deliver best-in-class infrastructure and services, drawing on BioLabs’ extensive experience in supporting life science startups around the world. Through this partnership, CLIC taps into BioLabs' international network, providing startups with unparalleled access to resources, expertise, and capital.

BioLabs brings a proven track record of fostering successful biotech companies, having supported over 55 startups in Europe in just in the first year of operation and helping them raise more than €6.5 billion since its founding. By leveraging this global network, CLIC ensures that entrepreneurs in Berlin benefit from a fertile environment for growth and innovation.

In summary

The Clinical Incubator (CLIC) at BIH, Charité, serves as a launchpad for life science entrepreneurs and researchers aiming to translate groundbreaking therapies from concept to clinic. Through its comprehensive support structure—spanning state-of-the-art facilities, business development services, mentorship, and industry partnerships—CLIC is uniquely positioned to foster the next generation of personalized and regenerative medicine. Its partnership with BioLabs amplifies this mission, ensuring startups have the resources they need to succeed on a global stage​

Steering Committee

Dr. Johannes Fruehauf, Dr. Andreas Hüser, Dr. Georg Duda, and Dr. Ludovic Vallier serve on the Clinical Incubator's Steering Committee. They provide strategic guidance to ensure alignment with the incubator’s mission and translational goals. The committee reviews incubator focus areas, intake processes, and overall program development. It also supports integration with clinical departments and research units, and brings external perspectives on innovation, regulation, and emerging trends in advanced therapies.