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Brain cancer survivor creates mobile game- Shadow's Edge- aimed at aiding young individuals grappling with serious health challenges.

Shadow's Edge is a ground-breaking mobile game aimed at aiding young individuals grappling with serious health challenges. Developed by Digging Deep, a non-profit organization founded by Sheri Sobrato Brisson, a brain cancer survivor, Shadow's Edge uses therapeutic storytelling as a means of helping players cope with their experiences.

Son Emanuele Musini created Pillo Health after witnessing his father struggle to manage multiple medications.

Pillo is an interactive, voice-activated device designed to assist users in managing their health more effectively. The device, resembling an advanced digital clock or a small home speaker, offers a range of features:

Medication Management: Pillo can store and dispense up to a 28-day supply of seven different medications. It uses facial recognition and machine learning to ensure the right person gets the right medication at the right time, reducing the risk of medication errors.

Canan Dagdeviren creates a wearable ultrasound scanner could detect breast cancer earlier.

Sam Holliday, creates Oshi Health, a digital health platform dedicated to supporting individuals with gastrointestinal (GI) conditions

Oshi Health is a pioneering digital health platform focused on providing personalized support and resources for individuals living with gastrointestinal (GI) conditions. Co-founded by Sam Holliday, who personally experienced the challenges of managing a GI disease, the platform is on a mission to transform GI healthcare by empowering patients to take control of their health and well-being. Central to Oshi Health's platform is the commitment to patient empowerment.

Priyanjali Gupta a Collaborator: Empowering Communication through AI and Sign Language Recognition

The AI-powered solution developed by Priyanjali Gupta is a real-time American Sign Language (ASL) to English translation system. Using the Tensorflow object detection API and transfer learning from a pre-trained model called ssdmobilenet, the solution is able to accurately recognise and interpret ASL signs. The dataset for training the model was manually collected by running an Image Collection Python file that captures images from a webcam for specific ASL signs such as "Hello," "I Love You," "Thank you," "Please," "Yes," and "No."

Kyle Spading injured his neck and spine in a crash and created Stylus/Medication Holder

The combination stylus/medication holder developed by Kyle Spading at the generate lab at UnityPoint Health-St. Luke's Hospital is an innovative solution designed to enhance the usability of mobile devices while discreetly accommodating medication needs. It provides a convenient and practical tool for individuals who require both digital interaction and medication management.

Teacher Alex Truesdell is Transforming Lives: Adaptive Design Association Revolutionizes Disability Solutions

Rob Spence, a filmmaker, lost his eye and created the Eyeborg Project - a smart eye prosthesis.

Eyeborg, founded by Rob Spence, is a remarkable company that specialises in the development of innovative eye-related technologies. Rob Spence himself lost an eye in a childhood accident, which inspired him to explore possibilities for enhancing vision and creating unique experiences for individuals with visual impairments.

Fathers Kurt and Jacobs, develop “smart sock” that transmits vitals - Owlet Baby Care - aims to prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome.

Owlet Baby Care is a company that was founded in 2012 by a team of fathers who wanted to create a product to help monitor babies' oxygen levels while they slept. The result of their efforts is the Owlet Smart Sock, a wearable device that tracks heart rate and oxygen levels and alerts parents if there are any abnormalities. The Owlet Smart Sock is the world's first baby "smart sock" that transmits a child's heart rate, oxygen levels, skin temperature, sleep quality, and sleep position (rollover alerts) to a parent's smartphone or another internet-based device.

Brian Whitmer, a software developer and father, created a communication system for his daughter with Rett Syndrome.

CoughDrop was founded by Brian Whitmer, a software developer and entrepreneur searching for a reliable communication system for his daughter with Rett Syndrome. Due to his background in usability, he became frustrated with outdated technology and poor design decisions, so he collaborated with over 30 SLPs, OTs, and AT specialists to develop a better solution. CoughDrop is an open-source platform that features open-licensed content, including free symbols and community-generated boards.

Friends asked Sona Mehring to create a platform CaringBridge, to keep everyone updated after the premature birth of their daughter.

Classmates develop binocular amblyopia therapy - Luminopia - to help in the Amblyopia Treatment

Luminopia is a startup company that was founded in 2017 by two Harvard University undergraduate students, Scott Xiao and Dean Travers. The company was established with the goal of developing treatments for visual and cognitive disorders, such as amblyopia or lazy eye, using virtual reality (VR) technology.

John Konsin MD, dad of 3 young men, created device (Prapela) that uses vibrations to stimulate a baby's natural breathing and reduce apnea.

Prapela is a vibrating pad that gently stimulates a baby's natural breathing pattern, reducing episodes of apnea. The device uses patented technology that is based on years of research on the physiology of breathing in infants. The pad is placed under the baby's mattress and connected to a control unit that generates a low-frequency vibration. The vibration is carefully calibrated to stimulate the baby's respiratory muscles and promote a regular breathing pattern, reducing apnea and other breathing-related issues.

Cláudia Arantes, a palliative care doctor, created the Casa do Cuidar platform that cares for patients facing terminal illnesses.

Casa do Cuidar is a non-profit social organisation with a platform that focuses on practicing and teaching Palliative Care, which provides comprehensive care to patients and their families who are facing serious illnesses that threaten the continuity of life. Patient care is provided free of charge and can be performed either in hospitals or in the comfort of their own homes.

Jessica and Steven, respectively caregivers of mother and grandfather with cancer and Parkinsons created an encouraging support app for caregivers - IANACARE

Over 90% of the actual time spent caring for patients occurs in the home rather than in hospitals, and there are approximately 43.5 million family caregivers in the United States alone. These caregivers are the invisible backbone of our entire healthcare system. Without them, our entire healthcare system would absolutely collapse. This is why Steve and Kim are deeply dedicated to building IANACARE, a support and navigation platform for family caregivers. Their mission is to encourage, empower, and equip family caregivers as they navigate care at home.

Careceiver Platform

Our Careceiver app, is the next generation care management app that will take your care to the next level. Through our
technology we improve engagement in care, encourage, guide and connect family and friends. The platform ensures all
information, appointments and medication are provided to the caregiver. Allowing a fully personalised experience
according to the needs of each family.
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