Application

Crab Trap 2023 applications are being accepted through August 24.

Entrepreneurs with innovative diagnostics, medical devices, therapeutics, or other transformative health solutions are invited to apply to the 8th annual BioHealth Capital Region Crab Trap pitch competition. Finalists for the 2023 Crab Trap competition will pitch IN-PERSON on September 20 as part of the BioHealth Capital Region Forum. The winning teams will receive cash prizes from our sponsors.

The Crab Trap competition brings together entrepreneurs with innovative diagnostics, medical devices, therapeutics or other transformative health solutions to compete for a prize package valued at $50,000, which includes cash rewards and a one-year residency at JLABS @ Washington DC. Crab Trap finalists will earn the chance to make an in-person pitch at the BioHealth Region Investment Conference.