Kidney Research UK launches competition for dialysis tech
A new competition launched by Kidney Research UK will challenge scientists, academics and engineers to come up with innovations for dialysis treatment.
In existence for more than 70 years, dialysis is an essential treatment for kidney disease, but one which can be particularly demanding for patients, limiting independence and often carrying negative side effects. Designed in collaboration with IN-PART’s Discover platform, the new competition will ask participants to seek improvements in peritoneal or haemodialysis, examining areas such as equipment, monitoring, and clinical access, as well as looking to minimise the cost and environmental impact of treatment.
A total of six successful applicants will receive £25,000 to progress their innovations and will be enrolled into an academy programme worth £5,000. As well as academic and biotech entries, Kidney Research UK is also encouraging app and software developers to pitch for the funding.
“Dialysis is a harsh and gruelling treatment that has a significant impact on the lives of the patient and everyone around them,” said Dr Kirsty Frearson, dialysis programme manager at Kidney Research UK.
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