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THE bigGEST ideas.

THE GREATEST IMPACT.

We are excited to present the inaugural Patient Safety Technology Challenge Grand Awards, bringing together the creativity from over 60 competitions and hundreds of innovators from across the world competing for a prize pool of $25,000!

Over 700 teams from Patient Safety Technology Challenge-sponsored events between September 2022 and May 2024 were invited to compete in the Grand Awards to find the most promising patient safety solutions. After three rounds of the virtual competition, judged by 25 third-party experts, the field was narrowed to six teams across three stages of development.

The six finalists of the Patient Safety Technology Challenge Grand Awards will pitch their patient safety innovations at CES® 2025 in Las Vegas on January 9. 

This competition is funded by the Jewish Healthcare Foundation and administered by the Pittsburgh Regional Health Initiative.

Join us in Las Vegas, Nevada at CES® to hear our innovators pitch on-stage on January 9, 2025 at 11:00am local time at the Startup Stage in Eureka Park in front of a live audience of innovators, investors, and consumers.

Meet our Grand Awards Finalists: 

galen health

Carnegie Mellon University

Galen Health is developing early detection technology for pancreatic cancer, aiming to reduce high mortality rates and improve patient outcomes. The innovation addresses the critical need for timely diagnosis to increase survival chances.

Sound Pass

University of Utah

SoundPass has imagined an ultrasound-guided stylet for external ventricular drains, offering real-time 3D imaging to improve neurosurgical precision. This technology minimizes multiple attempts and risks, enhancing safety in brain procedures.

Bloom Surgical

Brigham Young University

Bloom Surgical has developed LaparoVision, a single-use laparoscope lens cleaner that ensures surgeons maintain clear visibility during procedures without removing the scope. This device reduces delays and improves patient safety during high-stakes moments in surgery. 

Reel Free

Michigan State University

Reel Free has created Reelmate Remote, a motorized device for managing oxygen tubing, reducing fall risks in home healthcare settings. It organizes tubing remotely, enhancing movement safety and convenience for patients. 

Elythea

Brown University

Elythea is an AI platform that predicts pregnancy complications early, helping doctors allocate resources and engage high-risk patients with timely interventions. It uses a vast dataset for better prediction accuracy, focusing on underserved areas like rural US and Sub-Saharan Africa. 

ERinfo

Columbia University

ERinfo uses facial recognition and AI to identify patients in emergencies, providing instant access to critical medical information without needing wearable alerts. It aids first responders, especially in mass casualty situations, offering a unique tool for patient tracking and reunification.

The Grand Awards are Sponsored by:

Are you interested in sponsoring the Patient Safety Technology Challenge Grand Awards at CES® 2025? Please email Ariana Longley at longley@prhi.org to learn about the sponsorship opportunities.