The Test Tube
Mission
Support / Financing
Type of actor
Support player
Fields of intervention
Health / Social care / Medical Device
Intervention zone
Regional / European / International
What is Le Tube à Essais?
The organization's mission is to foster innovation in healthcare facilities and help projects grow.
🎯 Tasks
- Organization of events focused on healthcare innovation: Hacking Health Besançon, Aca'Innov, Le Connecteur
- Maturation of innovative healthcare projects (from TRL 0 to TRL 5)
- Consulting and support for the innovation strategies of healthcare and medical-social institutions
- Facilitation/contribution to the University Diploma (DU) program "Developing and Supporting Innovation in Healthcare," created in collaboration with the Health Sciences Department and the ISIFC at Marie and Louis Pasteur University
💡 I have a project—how can getting in touch with Le Tube à Essais help me?
The organization provides a space of freedom where any healthcare professional, patient, or caregiver with an innovative idea can come to test and develop it, thanks to the support of a network of stakeholders and a wide range of expertise.
Furthermore, the organization acts as a facilitator and supporter, leveraging a network of regional stakeholders to connect project leaders with the right contacts at the right time.
Finally, Le Tube à Essais offers support for the development of these projects by providing €10,000 in funding per project selected by a jury.
🤝 At what stage of my project should I get in touch?
As early as possible, right from the initial idea, in order to make the most of the process that will allow the project lead to test and validate the need, develop a concept, and refine the solution through several iterations.
💸 Does it fund projects?
The organization can seek funding for projects and look for partners.
📖 Practical Guide
All the questions you need to ask about Le Tube à Essais
Who is the right person to contact?
Project Manager Lucie Rubagotti: Lucie.r@letubeaessais.fr
Is there a fee for the Test Tube services?
No
Can Le Tube à Essais provide personalized support for my project?
Yes
Is Le Tube à Essais limited to digital media?
The company does not focus exclusively on the digital sector; it also works on the development of medical devices.