MIT Solve 2027 Global Health Challenge: Apply with Your Healthcare Innovation

MIT Solve is inviting innovators worldwide to submit technology-based solutions for its 2027 Global Health Challenge. The challenge seeks practical innovations that can make healthcare more accessible, affordable and equitable, particularly for underserved communities.

The initiative is run by MIT Solve, an innovation programme that connects technology-driven solutions to global challenges with funding opportunities, mentorship and a network of partners.

Nigerian innovators, entrepreneurs, researchers and teams developing solutions to healthcare problems can apply.

Challenge Focus

The 2027 Global Health Challenge is seeking solutions that use technology to improve access to quality healthcare.

Priority areas include:

Strengthening continuity of care during disease outbreaks, climate emergencies, conflicts and funding disruptions.

Improving the prevention and management of noncommunicable diseases and mental health conditions.

Expanding access to quality primary healthcare for underserved communities.

Supporting frontline healthcare workers and reducing barriers related to cost, distance and administrative processes.

Solutions may use software, artificial intelligence, mobile technology, data systems, robotics or other appropriate technologies.

Benefits

Teams selected for the MIT Solve Global Health Challenge may receive:

At least US$25,000 in prize funding through the Collegium Prize for selected Global Health Solver teams.

A standard US$10,000 MIT Solve Solver Award.

Access to additional prize opportunities, subject to their individual eligibility and selection criteria.

A nine-month support programme involving workshops, leadership coaching and monitoring and evaluation support.

Access to a network of innovators, industry leaders and potential partners.

Opportunities for media exposure, networking and further funding.

Additional awards may be available to eligible solutions. Funding is competitive and is not guaranteed to every applicant.

Eligibility Requirements

MIT Solve encourages applications from innovators of different backgrounds and locations.

Applicants should have a technology-driven solution that:

Addresses a clearly defined global health problem.

Demonstrates an innovative and practical approach.

Has a credible plan for implementation and measurable impact.

Is designed with the needs of affected communities in mind.

Has potential for financial sustainability and expansion.

Solutions may be at different stages of development, including prototype, pilot, growth and scale. However, concept-stage ideas without a functioning prototype are generally considered only under the Indigenous Communities Fellowship, rather than this Global Health Challenge.

How to Apply

Visit the official MIT Solve 2027 Global Health Challenge page.

Review the challenge priorities, eligibility criteria and judging process.

Prepare information about the healthcare problem, your solution, the technology involved, its impact and implementation plan.

Explain how the solution can reach underserved communities and expand sustainably.

Submit the application through the official online portal.

Application link: https://solve.mit.edu/challenges/2027-global-health-challenge

Application Deadline

6 November 2026 at 12:00 noon Eastern Time (ET).

Important information: Applicants should begin early because the application requires detailed information about the solution and its potential impact.

Official Website

MIT Solve: https://solve.mit.edu/