HAX is the world’s most active hard-tech pre-seed accelerator, providing up to $550K plus a hands-on engineering residency to help founders hit the technical milestones investors find too risky. Teams get lab access, in-house R&D support, and introductions to 7,700+ investors. Focus is sustainability, industrial automation, and human health.
- The offer:
- $550k per company
- Location:
- Newark, NJ, United States
- Duration:
- 26 weeks
Why this could be a strong fit
Ideal for hard-tech founders with a prototype who need capital plus real engineering, lab, and prototyping muscle to de-risk their technology.
What you need to qualify
- Building a hard-tech product
- An initial prototype, customer insight, and clear vision
- Willingness to complete an in-person residency in Newark, NJ
- Cap table, pitch deck, and prior fundraising details for application
Eligibility
- Eligible stages
- All stages
- Countries
- Global, subject to the provider’s eligibility and approval
How to apply
- 1
Prepare materials
Assemble a pitch deck, prototype evidence, cap table, and founder details.
- 2
Submit your application
Apply via the SOSV HAX application portal.
- 3
Screening & interviews
The SOSV/HAX team reviews and interviews shortlisted teams.
- 4
Offer & onboarding
Selected teams join a monthly intake and begin the Newark residency.