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               PACE Pre-Incubation ProgrammeDistrict Bangalore States Karnataka DERBI Foundation's PACE Pre-Incubation Programme is a structured pre-incubation initiative designed to support early-stage entrepreneurs in refining their business ideas. Over 3-4 months, it provides guidance in customer discovery, idea validation, and business model development, using expert-led methodologies. The program helps startups build a strong foundation, understand market dynamics, and gain exposure to a broader ecosystem. Through mentorship and structured learning, it equips participants with the skills necessary to establish a viable enterprise. 
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               GALLOP Incubation ProgrammeDistrict Bangalore States Karnataka DERBI Foundation's GALLOP Incubation Programme is a two-year initiative that supports startups in refining and validating their solutions. It provides guidance on product development, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, and go-to-market strategies. Startups receive tailored mentoring, assistance with clinical trials, and access to a network of experts, including medical professionals. Additionally, the programme facilitates potential funding opportunities, ensuring entrepreneurs have the necessary resources to scale their ventures effectively. 
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               EMERGE Acceleration ProgrammeDistrict Bangalore States Karnataka DERBI Foundation's EMERGE Acceleration Programme is designed to support late-stage healthcare startups in refining and scaling their innovations. With a focus on digital health, it provides tailored mentorship, market validation, and assistance in revenue generation. The program offers deployment grants, investor connections, and regulatory guidance, ensuring startups can optimise their clinical and business strategies. Facilitating structured growth and networking opportunities, it enables startups to achieve sustainable success in the healthcare sector. 
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               Prayas Shala LabDistrict Bangalore States Karnataka DERBI Foundation's Prayas Shala Lab fosters innovation and entrepreneurship by providing a supportive ecosystem for startups and innovators. Originating from an initiative to encourage entrepreneurial growth at Dayananda Sagar Institutions, it expanded its reach with financial backing from NSTEDB and the Department of Science & Technology, Government of India. Structured programs such as PACE, GALLOP, and EMERGE help entrepreneurs refine ideas, develop viable business models, and scale their ventures effectively. Its commitment to providing mentorship, funding assistance, and networking opportunities ensures sustained support for emerging businesses. 
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               BionestDistrict Bangalore States Karnataka DERBI Foundation's BioNEST initiative, supported by BIRAC and the Department of Science & Technology, fosters biotech innovation by providing essential infrastructure, mentorship, and resources for startups. It helps entrepreneurs scale technologies, navigate regulatory processes, and access funding. Through expert guidance and collaborative opportunities, it creates a supportive ecosystem that enables innovators to bring advanced solutions to market effectively. 
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                HeadquartersBangalore, Karnataka 
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              Since2015 
Impact
DERBI Foundation has built a thriving startup ecosystem, reaching 1,400 startups and supporting 185 with mentorship, funding, and strategic guidance. It has facilitated 32 investments and awarded 84 fellowships and grants, contributing to the creation of 1,080 jobs. With a repository of 6,800 startups, 14,175 mentoring hours, and 200 sector experts, it continues to drive innovation through collaboration with 87 partners.
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              HeadquartersDSU Innovation Campus 2nd Floor, Block 1, Survey No.48/1, Kudlu Gate, Hongasandra Village, Hosur Road Directions, Bangalore, Karnataka
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