Applications open now through April 22 for innovations that address unmet pediatric needs
Using a virtual format, semi-finalists chosen from all submissions will make their first pitch on May 20, 2022. Up to six finalists selected from this first round will earn participation in a special pediatric-focused track of the MedTech Innovator accelerator program, the largest medical device accelerator in the world, beginning in June 2022. These innovators will then participate in the competition finals in the fall 2022 where judges will award up to $150,000 in FDA-sponsored grants to the devices selected as most impactful and commercially viable.
“Medical devices created for children face many unique hurdles on the commercialization journey. That’s why it is so important to provide support through MedTech Innovator’s accelerator program, where we offer up-and-coming innovators valuable mentoring and guidance from seasoned industry leaders,” says Paul Grand, CEO of MedTech Innovator. “Our program is designed to establish a strong foundation that propels innovators forward to the market where they can positively impact pediatric health.”
Unlike devices for adults, the development and commercialization of pediatric medical devices lags behind by approximately five to 10 years, Programs like the NCC-PDI pitch competition and MedTech Innovator accelerator program offer innovators access to expert insight and consultation to help overcome regulatory hurdles and advance the product’s development path.
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NCC-PDI is structured to provide critical mass for clinical, regulatory, business, scientific, and engineering expertise. Several faculty researchers hold affiliations with both SZI and the Clark School, adding to the Consortium’s wealth of experience in pediatric device development.