Congratulations to the following to become the finalist for the PDC Pitch 2025 Competetion

CONGRATULATIONS on being selected as a finalist for the UCSF-Stanford Pediatric Device Consortium’s 2025 Accelerator Pitch Competition!

Our Finalists are:

· AVaTAR (Aortic Valve Trileaflet Autologous Reconstruction): A pediatric surgical device to reconstruct growth-accommodating valves using autologous pericardium, ensuring precision and efficiency; AVaTAR MedTech

· EZSpeech: An AI-powered speech therapy app that guides children with engaging exercises, assesses progress, and provides real-time feedback; EzSpeech AI

· MadSci Smart Shunt: A first-in-class electromechanical CSF shunt that monitors intracranial pressure and optimizes treatment for hydrocephalus patients; Madison Scientific Inc. & University of Wisconsin-Madison

· Nen: Evidence-based health designed for children’s minds to improve their lives; Nen Health

· P-EVPS (Pediatric Ex Vivo Preservation System): Novel pediatric organ preservation system; Stanford University

· RAPIDscan: Pediatric self-driving ultrasound system; Bloom Standard Inc.

· Soluu: A wearable bedwetting mitigation device; Global Continence Inc.

· Sonura Beanie: A beanie hat that provides auditory protection and parental connection for infants with neonatal abstinence syndrome to promote growth and development; Sonura Care Inc. & University of Pennsylvania

· Trach Sense: A lifesaving monitoring device for pediatric tracheostomy patients; Children's National Hospital

· UltraTrac: An ultrasound-guided continuous noninvasive hemodynamic monitor with data analytics; AcQumen Medical

UCSF Stanford PDC Pitch Competition 2025 will be at Stanford University on Monday, March 17, 2025.