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University of Washington Team Wins $17,500 at Hollomon Health Innovation Challenge for CPRight CPR Feedback Device
A University of Washington student team won the $15,000 top prize and a $2,500 medical device award at the 11th Hollomon Health Innovation Challenge for CPRight, a real-time CPR feedback device ensuring effective chest compressions during emergencies. The competition featured health innovation solutions from students across the Cascadia Corridor.
UW Startup Voltair Wins $15,000 Prize for AI Self-Charging Drones Inspecting Power Lines to Boost Grid Reliability
University of Washington startup Voltair won the $15,000 grand prize at the UW Environmental Innovation Challenge with AI-powered self-charging drones that inspect power lines to prevent outages. Their drones recharge from power lines and detect vegetation threats, aiming to improve grid reliability amid rising energy demands and workforce retirements.
UW Students' Jaundice Detection Tool Wins $17,500 at 2024 Hollomon Health Innovation Challenge
A University of Washington student team named Luminovah won the grand prize and another award at the UW Hollomon Health Innovation Challenge for developing a non-invasive jaundice detection tool effective across all skin tones. The team is partnering with Seattle Children’s for human trials aiming for FDA approval and plans to offer rental devices to parents of affected newborns.
