COMPERE:
The nine finalists in this competition are a remarkable group, these innovative technologies offer solutions to health problems faced around the world, and with the help of the challenge, they're on the way to being backed by the business know-how needed to succeed in the tough US market.
DR DAVID BRAILLER:
It's a big market, it's an important market in the world to be in, but it's also really hard.
DR NIGEL MURRAY:
It's a fantastic opportunity for New Zealand companies to say, we can add value, we can lower the cost, but deliver more quality.
I think New Zealand's ahead of the curve in a lot of ways, they are hungry for innovation. I think there's a real opportunity for New Zealand companies in the United States.
COMPERE:
The finalists in the Focus on Health challenge are:
A bronchoscopy simulator from Airway Limited. This virtual reality simulator is a breakthrough in teaching doctors safe placement of breathing tubes.
B2P Micro-Bioinformatics Technology from B2P Testing, a portable testing device that can detect bacterial contamination of food and water, from virtually any location.
GASP, from Comprehensive Health Services, a web-based clinical assessment and decision support tool for improved management of asthma.
CapPlan from Emendo, capacity planning software that helps hospitals plan, monitor and optimise resources at the right time, allowing for better patient throughput, and cost savings for hospitals.
The future of Warfarin management from INR Online. Warfarin is an oral anti-coagulant that requires constant monitoring. INR Online allows patients to manage their own treatment.
Quantitative Breast Screening from Matakina, a stepped change in breast image analysis through the use of computer-aided detection tools for x-ray screening.
Endoform Infection Control from Mesynthes, a highly effective and ready-to-use tissue substitute for wound care, and soft tissue reconstruction.
Low cost, multiplex, immunodiagnostic test platform, from Pictor. Technology that enables simple, cost effective and simultaneous testing for a range of diseases.
SIMTICS Healthcare, from SIMTICS Limited, a rich, cognitive e-learning environment that helps health professionals learn complex clinical procedures.
DR DAVID BRAILLER:
I think with that pioneering spirit, and with that flare for innovation, New Zealand companies can do wonders. The market is so big, and the opportunity is so great, so get in there, get in the fight, be durable, stick with it, and keep going, and that's the way to win in this game.
COMPERE:
Congratulations to our Focus on Health challenge, 2010 finalists.
