MOMENTUM A.I.R. Academia & Industry Readiness

Momentum AIR is the place for scientists to foster innovation and learn how to commercialize their research. Whether you're a student, academic, researcher, or industry professional - we help you learn how to bring research to market, while de-risking your project. We show you what it takes, teach you the red flags and set you up strong! So whether you're just curious or serious about growing a startup, this is the place for you. Our Value Proposition: We provide you with the tools and support to help you validate, build, and scale with confidence, no matter where you start or what your ambitions are.

Our Sectors

Medical & Health
Diagnostics, medical devices, vaccines, digital health, therapeutics and more.
AgriTech & Food
Alternative protein, cultured meat, precision sensors, climate-resilient crops, food safety and more.
Defence Tech
Biothreat detection, advanced materials, encryption, environment & health monitoring and more.
Quantum
Quantum sensors, medical imaging, battery & energy storage, critical minerals, computing and more.

What we do:

  • Analyze your STEM sector for challenges and milestones.
  • Help you de-risk and validate your science and research projects.
  • We get you investment-ready so you can raise your financing rounds.
  • We help you get bench testing data and show traction.
  • We provide one-on-one support to you and your team.
  • We offer professional development & training for you and your team.
  • We graduate STEM professionals that know the science AND the business.
If you have a project, but don't know where to start on the business, reach out to us! Our team will work directly with you and your team. We will analyze your specific sector and market landscape to produce a professional report outlining the market size, intellectual property, regulatory pathways, scaling process and more in a go/no-go report delivered directly to you. Should you have interest in commercializing, we will help you learn everything you will need to develop a strong business plan, understand all parts, and prepare you to raise your financing round! Email us to learn more! admin@momentumair.ca

Our menu

Startups & Industry
De-risk your company growth Access skilled talent Maximize your ROI Strengthen your business plan Connect to the Deeptech Network Save time and money!
Academia & Research
Industry connections in your field Research opportunities Grant opportunities Test out commercialization De-risked committment Maximize your research impact
Students & Recent Grads
Get industry-relevant skills Increased career opportunities Entrepreneurial training Real-world experience Competitive Edge Figure out your career path

Partner Testimonials

The interns were highly skilled. It was great to have someone experienced and understanding of science and business. - CEO of Genomadix, Hired our HQPs
★★★★★
The incubator provides unparalleled resources and expert mentorship. Their collaborative environment and connections to industry leaders are instrumental in accelerating growth and impact in the field. CMO of Future Dynamic Medicine
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The intern is a strong self-starter. She started with general knowledge and quickly adapted. She is far ahead of our expectations and we are very impressed with her performance. - CEO of Ameliogenix, Hired our HQP
★★★★★
Momentum AIR helped me figure out what I really wanted to do with my degree. I thought I was going to go into healthtech, but they helped me really find my passion in agriculture and vertical farming. - Student
★★★★★
Working with Momentum has been a pleasure. The strategic insights for my healthtech startup are invaluable and I appreciate the responsiveness in adapting to my specific needs." - Startup Founder in Digital Health
★★★★★
Momentum AIR helped me learn the IP ownership differences between Carleton and other universities, and develop a business plan that gave me the best chance of success. - Student
★★★★★
The program and the student's contribution are significantly accelerating our operations. - Startup founder (Hired our HQP)
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The intern is doing a wonderful job. It has been such a relief to have her on the team. She's able to implement feedback very quickly. - CEO of Yellowbird Dx (Hired our HQP)
★★★★★
The intern is very independent, productive, knowledgeable, creative and has a strong problem-solving mindset. -CEO of CURA Therapeutics, Hired HQP
★★★★★
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