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Department of Science & Technology | Government of India DST | Govt. of India

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2018PC20

Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST - TIMED)

Sr.	Name of the PRAYASEEs	Brief description of the Project
1	Dr.Dileepkumar.R(Indriyam Biologics Pvt Ltd)	Biocatalytic system for the re-purpose of used cooking oil.The waste cooking oil can be converted to potential biodiesel through pre-treatment processes followed by trans-esterification reaction.
2	Sundar Raj R	HASTA, multi-articulating myo-electric hands.HASTA use myoelectric signals from residual limb for its operation.
3	Arun Nair P S	Transcutaneous Energy Transfer System(TET) for Fully implantable, miniaturised Ventricular Assist Device(VAD).
4	FASEEM MOHAMMED S	Handheld ECG and EEG analyser.The device working is based on analog signal acquisition from the electrodes and processed by DSP and stored and displayed.
5	JAMES T.J (CREATIVITI COUNCIL)	Design and Development of affordable Self – operating backrest (Automatic and Manual) attachment for bed ridden patients to raise their body.
6	Sachin Joseph	Matris Care- Wireless device for a pregnant woman to monitor her blood pressure accurately and non-invasively from her fingertip
7	Ravi Teja	Prediction of myocardial infarction using a novel gesture based medical device.
8	Prithiviraj J	Low Cost Digital X-Ray
9	Lini Basil	A replaceable patch, which is made of biomaterial that ensures continuous moisturisation of oral cavity for several hours.
10	Saneer M	A battery operated cannulated autoclavable surgical screw driver for use in multiple surgical applications.
11	Benoy Mathew	Orthodontic braces fixed on the back side of the teeth to do the treatment and this makes the brackets completely invisible.

11 innovators in 2018-2019

Sr.	Name of the PRAYASEEs	Brief description of the Project
1	Dr.Vandana Chugh ,Nee Bhasin	Innovative millers videolaryngoscope with movable tip
2	Krishnan Thampi (Avatar Renewables Pvt Ltd)	Avatar Thermal Eye - Non body contact thermal scanning device to screen people during the covid pandemic spread.
3	Srinivas Murki	Oxyliv- An affordable and Portable Titrated Oxygen Therapy Device made for non ICU- Low resource settings.
4	Praveen.G.Pai	Family of Face Barrier Shields- Variants of face shields and non-permeable head hoods with air exchange to help the Covid 19 Frontline workers
5	Dr. Jolly Chirayil	Digital Holographic System for Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) of Endodontic files to identify defective files for dental surgeons.
6	Dr.Deepak.P.G(Muvable Solutions Private Limited)	Automatic UVC portable Disinfection Robot for the use of room disinfection.
7	Nikunj Bhagat	Neuromuscular electrical stimulation device to reanimate paralyzed hand muscles and restore grasping in stroke patients.
8	Dr Subhash Narayanan (Sascan Meditech Pvt Ltd)	Development of a Photodynamic Therapy Device to screen and treat Early-stage Oral Cancers
9	Suraj Simon Varghese	Advanced low cost multi functional portable device which acts as support tele-rehabilitation, community rehabilitation and serious games to motivate patients.
10	Sujatha Manoharan	Developing composite materials using collagen and hydroxyapatite would deliver advanced bone graft materials to improve the efficacy of bone substitute

10 innovators in 2019-2020

Sr.	Name of the PRAYASEEs	Brief description of the Project
1	Shamsudheen	Wearable patient engagement assessment device for post-stroke upper limb and lower limb rehabilitation
2	Dr. Molly Antony	Harvesting and Using human amniotic membrane for ophthalmic applications
3	Dr. Abdul Rasheed P.	Fabrication of low cost electrochemical sensor devices for the real time detection of Tacrolimus from human samples
4	Dishant Shah	Hinge-less advanced bipolar double action vessel sealer device for laparoscopic and open surgeries
5	Anila S.	Development of a biodegradable chip for controlled drug delivery of curcumin in the management of gum disease
6	Dr. Ambili R.	Development of an oral bandage that provide protection for the aphthous ulcer from environmental changes, and which will act as a vehicle for drug delivery to alleviate symptoms as well as to facilitate healing
7	Dr. R. Ram Bhupal Reddy	Developing an advanced digital video laryngoscope with unique features like advanced communication with image mapping & ML algorithms, optimal device position indicator, smooth and interuption-free intubation etc.
8	Dr. Gracy Abraham (Nerve Hooks Lab Pvt. Ltd.)	Device for facilitating surgeons to use ultrasound scanning in the operating room to guide surgical procedures
9	Dr. Vinod Krishnan	Developing an appliance that can advance the mandible during growing stage in children for correction of mandibular deficiency
10	Animesh Kumar (Feetwings Pvt. Ltd.)	Designing a smart IoT-based wrist band that provides early warning and management to diabetics who are prone to insidious/stealthy disorders such as uncontrolled blood glucose, kidney disorders

10 innovators in 2021-2022

Sr.	Name of the PRAYASEEs	Brief description of the Project
1	Abduljabbar Khan	The proposed device is capable of providing a calibrated and controllable vibrations to reduce gum resorption in order to have a proper denture fit
2	Dr. Aswathi Vinod	The proposed biodegradable nanoparticle incorporated tooth paste /mouth wash can be used to identify areas of increased biofilm growth on the tooth surface, preventing various oral diseases such as periodontitis.
3	Dr. Saisha Vinjamuri	Developing a sensor-based system for the detection of candidate biomarker for cervical cancer in cervicovaginal fluid.
4	Mrs. Vidya S. S.	The proposed AI-enhanced transvaginal probe with an HD camera and an integrated light source can be used to detect cervical cancer thus offering early detection, AI-powered precision, patient comfort, and real-time feedback, revolutionizing cervical cancer screening.
5	Shreyas N.J. (Curexel Technologies Pvt. Ltd.)	For paediatrics, the injection procedure is especially traumatic experience for patients and their parents. We aim at making these injections painless, which will overall increase the happiness level of the society
6	Dr, Rajesh Kannan Megalingam (T2H Innovations Pvt. Ltd.)	An eye gesture-based communication device for paralyzed people who are unable to speak and make hand movements.
7	Dr. M. Malini	The proposed non invasive V R based recovery device will help the patient and the health care worker in tracking the progress of the recovery during rehabilitation
8	Dr. Neetika Ashwani	An innovative, automated, and non-invasive wireless wearable device to monitor skin-to-skin contact (SSC) compliance between premature infants and their mothers
9	Dr. Vysakh Mohan M., Pearle's Diagnostics Private Limited	An affordable, portable whole slide imaging solution to make advanced imaging technology accessible to healthcare institutions, especially in under served regions
10	Anupama Bhat, Gumpu Technologies Pvt. Ltd.	A wearable device that can track the fitness and health parameters like the blood glucose level, heart rate etc.

10 innovators in 2022-2023

Sr.	Name of the PRAYASEEs	Brief description of the Project
1	Dr Balendu Avvaru	Development and validation of a portable, low-cost ANLISA diagnostic platform integrating ultrasensitive immunoassays for rapid, decentralized biomarker detection, aimed at diagnosing neurological disorders.
2	Shivraj Jagannath Mohite	SplintPlus+ is an advanced orthopaedic splint to be developed from smart thermoplastic, which softens in hot water for body molding. It is expected to be lightweight, breathable, durable, water-resistant, radiolucent, and eco-friendly, making it ideal for clinics and emergencies.
3	Santhiya Selvakumar	Development of hospital garments coated with natural, plant-based antimicrobials to reduce Hospital acquired infection. The product line includes coats, scrubs, lab coats, and gowns, combining R&D, herbal coatings, fabric application, and manufacturing.
4	Pooja Das M	Development of a rapid, cost-effective electrochemical sensor for real-time monitoring of Tuberculosis drug levels in plasma, using modified screen-printed electrodes, nanomaterials, and MIPs for high sensitivity and personalized treatment.
5	Dr Salman Shaikh	Neuro-NX is an AI-powered hip-knee exoskeleton with a posterior walker, using four motors and visual AI to support mobility and engage patients during therapy.
6	Dr Manitha B Nair	The proposed single-use applicator will deliver the Invisible Sterile Skin Protection (ISSP) solution to prevent Surgical Site Infections, offering a cost-effective, sterile, and user-friendly solution for preoperative skin preparation in India.
7	Deepti Shetty (Kern Kreare Pvt. Ltd.)	Prototyping an Automated Peritoneal Dialysis device with sensor-integrated pumping and flow-control for safe, automated, and position-independent dialysis for Indian patients.
8	Nirmal Prasad (Ortholattice LLP)	3D-Printed Prosthetic and Orthotic Devices for Animal healthcare in India
9	Viraaj Pankaj Gupta	Designing a Compact Wearable Device for Continuous Brain Monitoring: Advanced Sensing of Cerebellar and Occipital Activity for Real-Time Analysis of Balance, Stress, Fatigue, and Motor Coordination
10	Nikilesh Vijayan	Development of a device that eliminates pathogenic fungi using blue light at controlled intensity with oxygen to inactivate fungal pathogens. This Device is intended for use in high-risk healthcare settings-wards, ICUs, isolation rooms, OP units, waiting areas, and emergency departments.
11	Dr Aishani K	Development of an advanced AVF needle with a retractable, protected tip to reduce vessel injury during haemodialysis. The needle will feature a biocompatible sheath, controlled retraction, and secure locking aiming to minimize complications, prevent fistula damage, and improve long-term patient outcomes.

11 innovators in 2024-2025