Judging criteria
Judging criteria
The extent to which the proposed solution demonstrates its potential to reduce water or power usage during dialysis.
The extent to which the solution addresses the unique challenges faced by the dialysis community, addresses health disparities, and promotes equitable access to care.
The extent to which the solution can be used or tested in existing dialysis centers or through home dialysis, supported by evidence indicating its practicality and viability in real-world settings.
The extent to which the solution is novel, groundbreaking, or a creative application of existing technologies or processes used. Include scientific rationale and initial validation data, if available, to support your solution’s effectiveness. The extent to which you or your team used your expertise, including details of past and current collaborations.
The extent to which the solution incorporates patient considerations in the development process, ensuring the solution meets the needs and preferences of people using dialysis.
The extent to which the solution considers what would be necessary to drive impact and scale by complementing, building off, or integrating into existing dialysis systems.