Med&X Accelerator

A program where senior Croatian medical students get clinical and scientific experience at world-renowned universities and hospitals.

Med&X Accelerator 2024
meet program participants

  • Gracia Grabarić

    University of Zagreb,
    School of Medicine

  • Karlo Dužević

    University of Split,
    School of Medicine

  • Lucija Skejić

    University of Split,
    School of Medicine

  • Marko Gavrančić

    University of Zagreb,
    School of Medicine

  • Matea Bagarić

    University of Zagreb,
    School of Medicine

  • Vinka Potočki

    University of Zagreb,
    School of Medicine

2024 applications are closed!

The round of applications for Med&X Accelerator - season 2024 are closed!
If you wish to spend your summer on a stipend learning at the leading biomedical institutions in the world, then you have come to a right place. Med&X Accelerator enables Croatian senior medical students just that!

Make sure to check out the documentation below and if you have any questions, reach out to us at accelerator@medx.hr.

Stay tuned for the next season!

Key dates

Registration close

January 27th, 2024
23:59 CET

Results of the first selection round

February 2nd, 2024

Interviews

February 5th - February 23rd, 2024

Final results

March 1st, 2024

What is the Accelerator?

One of our two main projects includes a one-of-a-kind Med&X Accelerator which enables students a short-term internship at leading institutions such as Harvard Medical School, Cleveland Clinic, Massachusetts General Hospital, King's College, Mayo Clinic, and many others.

By fostering an international environment open to knowledge and skill transfer as well as inter-organizational collaborations, this program provides students with career-changing experiences.

We partner with leading research labs and clinics at:

  • Harvard Medical School

    Harvard Medical School stands as a pinnacle of academic and scientific leadership, boasting a rich history of groundbreaking research and unparalleled medical education. Home to 15 Nobel laureates and producing over 11,000 scientific publications annually, Harvard Medical School continues to shape the future of healthcare with its innovative discoveries and commitment to advancing medical knowledge.

  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology

    The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) exemplifies academic and scientific excellence, with an astounding 96 Nobel laureates affiliated with the institution. MIT's research expenditures surpass $1 billion annually, underscoring its commitment to cutting-edge innovation, while its 89 National Academy of Sciences members showcase the institution's enduring impact on shaping the forefront of technology, engineering, and scientific discovery.

  • Cleveland Clinic

    The Cleveland Clinic stands as a pinnacle of academic and scientific leadership in healthcare, renowned for its relentless commitment to pioneering medical research and patient care, particularly in the realm of cardiology. Home to over 3,600 research projects and an annual research budget exceeding $260 million, the Cleveland Clinic remains at the forefront of medical innovation, consistently pushing boundaries in cardiovascular research to address the complex challenges of heart health and further solidifying its status as the best cardiovascular hospital in the United States.

  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    Massachusetts General Hospital, affiliated with Harvard Medical School, stands as a trailblazer in healthcare with a rich history of monumental discoveries. Notably, the groundbreaking discovery of ether as an anesthetic was made at Massachusetts General Hospital in 1846, revolutionizing surgical procedures. With an annual research budget exceeding $1 billion and a team of over 10,000 researchers, Massachusetts General Hospital continues to be at the forefront of medical breakthroughs

  • King's College London

    King's College London, globally acclaimed for its academic and scientific excellence, holds a distinguished position with over 31,000 students from 150 countries, a research income of £226 million, and consistently placing within the top 50 universities globally according to the QS World University Rankings. Notably, its pioneering work in stem cell and regenerative medicine exemplifies the institution's commitment to advancing knowledge and addressing global challenges, solidifying its reputation as a leading academic and research institution.

Who Can Apply?

  • For the year 2024, the program is open for medical students holding Croatian citizenship and enrolled in 4th, 5th or 6th year of study.

  • The applications for the year 2024 are currently closed. The evaluation process consisted of two phases. In the first phase we evaluated the documentation sent by interested participant. Second phase of evaluation was reserved for the best candidates from the first phase. More details can be seen in the documentation at the top of this page.

  • For the year 2024 enrolled institutions are Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Cleveland Clinic and King’s College London. The program will take place in August and September 2024.

  • Med&X Association will co-finance the costs related to the program for the selected participant in the amount of 500 - 600€. The rest of the expenses is the responsibility of the participant. However, Med&X will use it’s past experience to connect participants with other possible sources of financial support.

Want to host students in your institution?

If you have been moved and inspired by our story and would like to contribute to our idea, feel free to write us! We are always on the look for new research and clinical institutions who would like to shape future biomedical leaders with us!

Want to help fund the program?

Med&X wants to make this unique opportunity as accessible as possible. We have seen how detrimental it is when we allow money to stand in the way of talent and ambition. To help us achieve this, Med&X is searching for motivated partners, both private and public, who want to participate in this elite transfer of knowledge, skills and experience.

If you like the sound of a fellowship carrying your name or the name of your company/brand, we’d be more than happy to discuss this opportunity with you. Or if you prefer a simple single donation, we’d be also very grateful!

News about Accelerator

Here you will find the most recent list of news related to the project.
If you wish to access the full list of news related to the Accelerator, please visit our blog.