Step 01
Fill out the application form making sure you follow every step in the instructions and upload all the necessary files

A 8-month strucrued venture creation program designed to empower academic researchers to transform their deep-tech discoveries into market-ready startups through expert coaching, proof-of-concept funding, IP protection, and industry validation.

Academic researchers and scientists wanting to turn their research into startups without leaving academia
Deep-tech innovators looking to validate their technology with real industry partners and customers
Research teams seeking proof-of-concept funding, lab access, and IP protection to build prototypes
Aspiring scientist-founders needing structured guidance, mentorship, and co-founder matching to launch a business
Early-stage research projects ready to secure venture investment, industry pilots, and global expansion
Admission process
Fill out the application form making sure you follow every step in the instructions and upload all the necessary files
Technical interview of the startup team happens with our Tech team
We will review all the applications submitted before the deadline and select the most suitable applications for the Interview stage
Our team will announce the selection results only by the end of the whole recruitment process
SABAH.city provides top-tier support system to boost your early-stage venture
Eliminates startup costs by providing proof-of-concept grants, covering patent application fees, and offering ICT perks and cloud credits
Pairs each team with three dedicated mentors, one-on-one industry coaches, and an advisory network experienced in technical venture creation
Free consultancy on IT, Marketing, UI/UX, Finance & Accounting, and Legal support functions by the SABAH team
Access to a pool of investors and industry experts for domain-specific guidance, feedback, and potential investment connections
Designed so researchers can turn their scientific work into startups without abandoning their academic pursuits
Offers specialized legal services, freedom-to-operate research, patent filings, and company incorporation support
