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SB-Originated Innovations

SB-originated innovations arising from our flagship fellowship programme (Current and Alumni) and various talent training and support initiatives.



MyStat

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An interactive way to monitor for the major signs of stroke to enable prompt follow-up by immediate caregivers.

PI: Dr Lee Phin Peng, 2016 Innovation Fellow


Revene

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A non-invasive, electrostimulation approach to improving venous flow in patients with venous stasis to reduce progression

PI: Dr James Mok, 5SSB (KKH)

Team Members
- Dr Glenn Tan (TTSH)
- Dr Mary Kan (SB)
- Tan Hee Choon (SB)


Prime Respi - WIND

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An easy and efficacious way to facilitate airway clearance for bronchiectasis and other chronic mucus sufferers

PI: Dr Kenath Priyanka Prasad, 7SSB (Founder)

Team Members 
- Dr Kenath Priyanka Prasad (Technical Lead, SGInnovate)
- Simon Gordon (Project Leader, SGInnovate)
- Dr Albert Yick-Hou Lim (Clinical Lead, TTSH)
- Dr Stephan Ruoss (Clinical Advisor, Stanford University)
- Tan Hee Choon (Technical Advisor, SB) 

Inventors 
- Dr Ian Mathews, 7SSB
- Dr Mark Chong, 7SSB
- Dr Tan Ee Lim, 7SSB


Xenomites

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Comprised only of natural ingredients, the solution will help to significantly reduce the presence of dust mites on applied surfaces, alleviating the symptoms faced by the sufferers completely.

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PI: Dr Luke Tay, 2SSB (Co-Founder, Clinician)

Team Members 
- Alex Goh, Co-Founder, CEO
- Zhi Hao Yen, Co-Founder, Chemist 



Privi Medical - Instalief

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Drug-free solution for haemorrhoid sufferers to regain control of their lives in a safe and comfortable way.

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PI: Mr Prusothman Sina Raja, 4SSB (Co-Founder, CEO)

Team Members 
- Dr Benjamin Tee, 4SSB (Co-Founder)
- Dr Rena Dharmawan, 4SSB (Co-Founder) 



Advent Access - av guardian

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Preserving AV fistula access to reduce dialysis cost and restore quality of life for kidney failure patients.

Founder & CEO:
Mr Ruey Feng Peh, US Biodesign Innovation Fellow 2008,
SSB Programme Director, 2012 - 2017

Inventors:
Ms Fiona Loke, SSB Fellow, 2011
Dr Luke Tay, SSB Fellow, 2012
Mr Jing Ming Chew, SSB Fellow, 2013

In-House Regulatory Specialist:
Ms Iris Tan, SSB Fellow, 2011



Nephtech - VascScan

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Non-invasive assessment and monitoring of the arteriovenous fistula / graft in dialysis patients to achieve better quality outcomes.

Founded by Dr James Lim, Innovation Class, 2011



Vivo Surgical - Klaro

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KLARO™ is an in vivo surgical LED lighting device for use during open surgery. It is especially effective for illuminating deep cavities where light from conventional sources cannot sufficiently reach, e.g. areas behind large organs or sites oriented at difficult angles. KLARO™ has a discreet form factor, comprising a freely-bendable 4.6mm LED light strip and a clip-like driver unit. The device maintains a working temperature below 38°C* throughout, making it safe for use in most open surgeries.

Find out more here

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