What does it really take to get into IndieBio, one of the world’s top biotech accelerators? In this episode of Founders' Backpack, Sophia sits down with Mateo, a founder who’s been through the IndieBio experience. They chat about what makes a strong application, how the program works, and why IndieBio accelerator is a game-changer for deep tech and biotech startups. If you're building something bold in health, climate, or synthetic biology, this one’s for you.

And if you’re thinking about applying—not just to IndieBio but to any top accelerator—check out XRaise. It’s a free tool for startup founders where you can explore accelerators, pitch events, grants, angel investors, and perks. XRaise can even help you fill out your applications and prep your pitch. Don’t do it alone—use the tools.

XRaise: https://xraise.ai/