The BARDA Accelerator Network Hub for Special Populations
The Special Populations Acceleration, Research and Knowledge (SPARK), Innovations in Pediatrics Hub supports the development of innovations that address challenges around the development and availability of medical countermeasures for pediatric populations.
Our Services
Wraparound Accelerator Services (WAS)
Are you developing an innovative health security solution for pediatric populations? SPARK Hub’s Wraparound Accelerator Services (WAS) offers essential mentorship, strategic resources, and access to a network of experts to guide you through each stage of product development and commercialization.
What We Offer: One-on-one coaching, entrepreneurship education, and access to technical and business/commercialization expertise to strengthen your path to market success.
Our Goal: To equip pediatric health innovators with the support they need to overcome challenges and advance solutions that protect children in health security emergencies.
Development, Evaluation, and Validation (DEV) Services
Are you ready to advance your pediatric health security solution? SPARK Hub’s DEV program provide non-dilutive funding and expert guidance to fast-track your innovation through critical stages of development.
What We Offer: Funding ranging from $50K to $200K for product development, comprehensive evaluation, and FDA-regulatory validation of pediatric-focused medical countermeasures.
Our Goal: To ensure that high-potential pediatric health solutions reach the market quickly and effectively to address urgent health security needs.
