The multi-disciplinary panel consisting of academic faculty, medical students, venture capital investors, and industry experts will evaluate each idea from both a scientific and investment-focused lens:
Innovation Level
Is this solution defining a product category or significantly disrupting a current industry/field of research?
Community
What is the impact on the patient community?
Financials
What is the Return on Investment and Payback Period?
Execution Strategy
Time to Market? Commercial viability? Disrupting a current industry/field of research?
Team
Strength/Quality of the Team?
Some questions, some answers
Who is Eligible?
Any current MD student, resident, or nurse with a disruptive medical technology, research, startup, or idea.
Please submit your submissions at the following link.
When Do I Have To Submit By?
March 14th, 2025.
When Will I Hear Back?
A panel of multi-disciplinary experts will analyze the submissions and extend an invitation on a rolling basis until May 23rd, 2025 to attend the in-person EnMed Innovation Expo.
The Expo will be a selective event with opportunities to engage with industry leaders, venture investors, and a chance to be selected for a non-dilutive, lump sum prize of up to $50,000.
Do I have to Pay to Apply?
Yes, a $150 application fee will be assessed to cover overhead costs. An additional $75 fee will be required if you are selected to attend the in-person event in Houston.
How Do I Know You Won't Steal My Idea?
We're believers that founders are critical to success of any startup and believe the best outcome is with he or she at the helm. During the submission process, we will sign an MNDA that showcases our commitment to keeping your idea safe and you in charge.
What's in it for You?
Our success hinges on your success. Think of us as a coach that can help bring your idea to the next level.
Whether that's helping commercialize the product, filing patents, or raising money, we'll fill in the gaps and help you where needed.
