AccelBio

About the organisation

AccelBio is a private non-profit association recognized as a Collaborative Laboratory (CoLAB) by the Portuguese Foundation for Science and Technology.

Based at Biocant Park, in Cantanhede, Portugal, it capitalizes on innovative research from academia and startups, identifying biological targets and platforms with potential to generate new drug candidates. AccelBio provides industry-standard drug discovery capabilities, from target validation to pre-clinical proof of concept, de-risking assets until they are ready for out-licensing or new spin-off companies. AccelBio plays a major role in strengthening Portugal’s biomedical innovation ecosystem, bringing local and international partners together.

Role in the project

Coordinates TransBioNet and leads the assessment toolkit, training academy and selection of open call projects.