The partnership aims to identify and connect digital health startups and SMEs that strategically use intellectual property to create measurable health and social impact. By tapping into R2GConnect’s international network of 9,000 HealthTech innovators, WIPO can reach hidden champions from all around the world.
In a global health ecosystem driven by data, software, and platforms, protecting and leveraging intellectual property is key to scaling solutions. The WIPO Global Awards spotlight startups that turn innovation into real-world impact through smart IP strategies. The awards bring strong credibility for how a business transforms IP into real commercial value.
Awardees receive six months tailored IP and business mentorship, access in exclusive two-day workshop in Geneva, benefit from funding of up to €15,000 and gain global recognition in front of leaders from 194 countries.
Digital health startups and SMEs building impact-driven businesses around their intellectual property are encouraged to apply for the WIPO Global Awards 2026 via R2GConnect and join this global network of innovators. Apply now
Through an ecosystem of trusted partners, the WIPO Global Awards engage organizations from across the innovation landscape to broaden global reach and reinforce support for awardees. Past winners, including Healinno Tech (China, Health, 2024), Flexxon (Singapore, ICT, 2023), and Lactips (France, Environment, 2023), have strengthened IP portfolios, secured investment, and expanded globally.
The WIPO Global Awards 2026 are now open to the next wave of high-impact digital health startups. Apply here