The KidneyX: Redesign Dialysis prize challenge

Here is the information from ReBuilding a Kidney:

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About the Prize Competition

The KidneyX: Redesign Dialysis prize challenge aims to accelerate the development and commercialization of next-generation dialysis products. Applications are currently being accepted for Phase 1 of the prize competition that focuses on designs of solutions, including components of solutions, in many areas of improving the lives of people with kidney diseases. The deadline to submit an application is February 28, 2019.

Note that in Phase 1, KHI is looking for designs of solutions that will address at least one of the following areas:

• Replicating Kidney Functions (Blood Filtration, Electrolyte Homeostasis, Fluid Regulation, Toxin Removal and Secretion, and/or Filtrate Drainage and Connectivity)
• Improving Patient Quality of Life (e.g., minimizing burden on the family and care partner(s), reducing disease and treatment complications, increasing mobility and physical activity)
• Improved renal replacement therapy access (vascular or peritoneal access)
• Addressing engineering challenges (e.g., preventing clotting, bleeding, and infection in vascular circuit and associated devices)
• Ancillary technologies
• Biomaterials development
• Biological and Immunological modulation
• Biosensor development and other safety monitoring functions

More detailed information can be found on Kidneyx.org."

Information Source: https://www.rebuildingakidney.org/2018/12/03/kidneyx-webinar/