"Every year, TechCrunch's Startup Battlefield pitch contest draws thousands of applicants. We whittle those applications down to the top 200 contenders, and of them, the top 20 compete on the big stage to become the winner, taking home the Startup Battlefield Cup and a cash prize of $100,000. But the remaining 180 startups all blew us away as well in their respective categories and compete in their own pitch competition."
"What it does: Uses AI sensors and autonomous UV disinfection robots to prepare operating rooms for surgery faster. Why it's noteworthy: Doing more surgeries in a day not only helps patients but also makes more money for the hospitals. What it does: This Armenian startup develops 3D-printed prosthetic arms. Why it's noteworthy: The bionic arm is relatively affordable, making it highly accessible within its region."
"What it does: Develops electronic artificial skin with sensors to restore the sense of touch for people with prosthetic limbs. Why it's noteworthy: The technology is noninvasive and can be integrated with existing prosthetics. What it does: Ear-worn EEG device monitors and provides feedback on chronic stress. Why it's noteworthy: Just like a Fitbit tracks steps, this wearable helps people take charge by measuring brain activity to guide them in reducing stress levels."
Two hundred health and wellness startups were shortlisted for a competitive pitch competition, with twenty advancing to compete for the prize and 180 participating in category competitions. The startups include companies using AI sensors and autonomous UV robots to accelerate operating room turnover, developers of affordable 3D-printed prosthetic arms, creators of electronic artificial skin with tactile sensors, and makers of ear-worn EEG devices that monitor chronic stress. Additional innovations include tiny soft brain implants for long-term neural interfaces and platforms that optimize caregiver networks for elderly and disabled populations. Many solutions prioritize accessibility, noninvasiveness, and operational efficiency.
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