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ASBMR Annual Meeting 2026

Innovation Pitch Competition

Event Details

Friday, October 9 | 6:30-7:15 p.m. | Exhibit Hall

The Innovation Pitch Competition is a new featured program at this year's ASBMR Annual Meeting, created to spotlight emerging companies and groundbreaking solutions shaping the future of the field. This dynamic event brings together entrepreneurs, clinical leaders, researchers, investors, and industry partners to explore cutting-edge innovations and spark meaningful collaboration.

Through a competitive application and review process, a select group of early- to growth-stage companies developing transformative technologies and solutions will be chosen as finalists. These finalists will be invited to present live at the Annual Meeting, delivering a five- to seven-minute pitch followed by a brief Q&A with a panel of expert judges representing clinical, academic, and industry perspectives.

Applications will open in May 2026. For more information, please contact asbmr@asbmr.org.

Audience & Impact

The Innovation Pitch Competition is designed to engage a diverse audience, including:

  • Clinicians and researchers
  • Industry leaders and entrepreneurs
  • Investors and venture partners
  • Academic institutions and innovation hubs

This session provides a unique platform to:

  • Accelerate collaboration and partnerships
  • Connect innovators with key stakeholders
  • Elevate visibility for emerging companies
  • Highlight breakthrough ideas
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Get Involved

Applications for the Innovation Pitch Competition will open soon. Companies interested in participating will be invited to submit their applications through a competitive review process. For more information, email asbmr@asbmr.org.

Applicant Information

Application Fee: $150 (non-refundable)

Participants selected for the Innovation Pitch Competition will be required to register for the Annual Meeting. The $150 application fee will be deducted accordingly.