Nucleate LA Biotech Activator

Nucleate is a global, student-led nonprofit dedicated to empowering the next generation of biotech leaders.

Their Activator Program helps academic innovators translate breakthrough research into successful biotech ventures by providing education, mentorship, and a structured team-building process.  Across four Los Angeles cohorts, over 100 alumni have gone through their program, resulting in 9 incorporated companies and $4M+ in total funding raised to date.

Applications are now open! You can apply here to be a part of their 2026 Los Angeles Activator Cohort.