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2021PC35

Technopark Technology Business Incubator (Kerala Startup mission)

Sr.	Name of the PRAYASEEs	Brief description of the Project
1	Abhilash ,Sathyan	FynButton developing a battery-operated compact and simple SOS button- with a low-power Long-range communication network (LoRa)
2	Hari ,Krishna T	Designing & Developing Kindle for blind
3	Joji ,G Jose	Developing Multi-Functional Navigation Paddy Rover
4	Ratheesh ,Valayanadu	Predictive Maintenance of LV busduct (Electrical System) through AI / ML
5	Rijin ,John	Developing RF Front End Chip for GNSS and 5G
6	Sangeeth ,Surendran	Developing IoT agri automation system capable of fully automating dosing, fertigation and climate control systems in Green house hydroponics farming.
7	Shahana ,T H	Development to reach a prototype of autonomous delivery drone( ATMO COMET)
8	Shyam ,Joseph	Designing Artificial IntelligencePowered Self Billing Shopping Cart for a personalised shopping
9	Sony ,Varghese	Marine E-mobility using Submersible Direct Drive propulsion system
10	Naveen ,Kumar	Designing Foldable commode wheelchair
11	Sangeet ,Satheesan	Developing robotic device that cooks one pot meals like curry, stir fry, stew etc
12	Mohammed ,Rishan N K	Developing low weight mask fixable amplifier (PROFTALK )
13	Nithin ,Thomas	Developing wearable smart watch with all features (SEABIT)
14	Rafeeq E A	Developing an innovative Differential Pressure Frying machine for faster cooking, enhanced quality, and integrated vacuum de-oiling technology.
15	SUHAIL P	Low-cost tabletop unit recycling 3D printer polymer waste into reusable filaments, promoting sustainability and affordability in 3D printing.
16	Muhammed Siyad P	Autonomous all-terrain rover for exploration, scientific data collection, navigation, remote sensing, and search-and-rescue with advanced mobility and robotics.
17	Suraj Sanjeev	A catalyst reactor producing nano titanium dioxide for antimicrobial nanocoatings and air sterilization, enhancing efficacy with natural light activation.
18	Lizy Abraham	WESAT: Women-engineered satellite measuring UV index and solar radiation, launching on ISRO’s 60th PSLV mission in January 2024.

18 innovators in 2021-2022

Sr.	Name of the PRAYASEEs	Brief description of the Project
1	AKHIL MADHAVAN K	MAREP300 is a multi-material 3D printer combining screw extrusion, FFF, and DIW for creating complex, versatile objects.
2	Melvin Antony K M	A four-stage air purifier with advanced filters, UV-C disinfection, and intelligent sensors for efficient, quiet, and effective air purification.
3	Anu Wilfred	A device with sensors and actuators for monitoring elephant behavior, enabling controlled, proactive safety measures for elephants and humans.
4	Aswin P Chandran	Automated tissue dissociation and immuno-staining equipment with robotic handling, precise fluid dispensing, and sensor-based environmental monitoring.
5	Dr. Ratheesh Rajendran	D-SENS is an advanced dental device detecting microorganisms during root canals, optimizing antibiotic use, and combating antibiotic resistance.
6	Jiny T Y	A vacuum spray drying machine that efficiently dehydrates liquids into fine, preservable powders while preserving quality and structure.
7	Akhil Chandran	A modular, low-RPM vertical axis wind turbine with fins for stability, ideal for rural electrification and efficient renewable energy access.
8	Rohan Kalani	Ultrapure 1000 is an IoT-enabled air purifier with 99.9% filtration, ideal for rooms up to 1000 sq. ft.
9	Anoop F R	A portable, single-handed friction stir welding machine designed for efficient onsite welding and repair in challenging environments.
10	Sadasivan M	The Nano Excavator is a compact, automated digging machine ideal for precision work in confined spaces and small-scale projects.
11	Varghese Thomas	A wearable IoT device for orthopedic care, enabling real-time monitoring and personalized rehabilitation programs for musculoskeletal health.
12	Sijo Joseph	An intelligent automation system for soil-less farming, optimizing growth through real-time data, AI-driven nutrient and irrigation management.
13	Sai Phani Rahul Arepaka	A laser weeding platform for tractors, using laser technology for chemical-free, efficient weed control, supporting sustainable agriculture.

13 innovators in 2022-2023

Sr.	Name of the PRAYASEEs	Brief description of the Project
1	Abhiram Krishna R S	To redefine portable gaming experiences in emerging markets by offering an affordable, cutting-edge device designed for seamless cloud gaming, native Android gaming, and localized content
2	Leena Lalson	The Integrated Fertility Prediction and Tracking Kit uses AI and hormone test strips to help women with PCOS track ovulation accurately. Synced with a Bluetooth app, it offers real-time insights, hormone trends, symptom tracking, lifestyle tips, and expert support for effective reproductive health management.
3	Abhinav Gupta	Poccet Labs Creatinine Analyzer delivers rapid, affordable CKD screening from a finger-prick sample with 30-second results. Engineered for CKD care, NICU, and emergency units, it ensures early detection, swift intervention, and improved patient outcomes.
4	Akash K S	Assist 1, is a multi-jointed dental suction holder designed to enhance the efficiency, ergonomics, and precision of dental procedures. Traditional suction devices require constant manual adjustments, leading to ergonomic strain, time inefficiencies, and inconsistent results.
5	Madhusudhan MS	The patented artificial silkworm feed reduces reliance on mulberry, increasing farmer incomes by 3.5–4.87x and cutting labor by 10x. Successfully developed for early-stage larvae, we're expanding to later stages. With 40+ farmers and active Chawki Centers, we’re driving sustainable, high-yield growth in India’s sericulture sector.
6	Pavan Verma	Development of an Industrial-Grade, Autopilot System for Agriculture, Military and Industrial Drones
7	Chaitanya Kalra	The Rove Health diagnostic kit is a portable, non-invasive hardware device with a multiplex LFA cartridge, optical sensing module, and embedded microcontroller to accurately measure four key female reproductive hormones at home.
8	Renuka	HygiSeat is an automated, retrofittable toilet seat cleaning system designed to improve hygiene in shared toilet spaces such as restaurants, hotels, colleges, and transport hubs. It ensures a clean, dry, and germ-free seat after every use through spraying, wiping, drying, and disinfecting without the need for consumable refills.
9	Akshay Suresh	A novel approach in footwear design aimed at reducing biomechanical forces that results in pain and accelerated joint destruction in primary knee osteoarthritis.
10	Avinaash Jagan	CyZenMed Labs is a med-tech startup developing an innovative automated CPR device to transform emergency medical care. Our device's core innovation lies in its ability to deliver adaptive non-linear chest compressions which, unlike traditional methods, are tailored to each patient's unique structural and morphological needs.
11	Subin Thomas	The project focuses on the development of a plasma system for food preservation applications. The system aims to provide a non-thermal, non-chemical, and non-freezing method for microbial decontamination and shelf-life extension.
12	Geethanjali Ganesan	Matrika aims to introduce the worlds first smart discreet in-bra wearable breast pump with integrated breast milk analysis along with AI based nutritional insights

12 innovators in 2024-2025