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The development of AI for real-time flood forecasting represents a transformative leap in disaster preparedness and response in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Toku Eyes have developed MyKidneyAI, a platform that detects CKD using AI to interpret retinal images taken during routine eye exams. This non-invasive approach dramatically reduces patient discomfort and encourages earlier testing. This more affordable and community-focused approach contributes toward equitable healthcare delivery globally.

Astrix Astronautics’s unique inflatable solar array deployment systems significantly reduce the cost and complexity of powering spacecraft while having a perfect footprint for these smaller satellites. This revolutionary system opens new opportunities for the space industry, not only providing lower-cost, high-performance solutions for satellite operators but opening up opportunities for a range of other space structures such as radiators, Antenna, heat shields and drag sails.

Zincovery has pioneered a recycling solution that reduces emissions by up to 95% and processing costs by 45%. The end output is a 100% recycled, low carbon and high purity zinc product that’s currently not available despite customer demand. Plus, the process also generates a highly valuable, low-impact black iron oxide pigment as a co-product.

Basis has developed the world's first residential smart panel – designed to replace the old-school switchboard. It enables homeowners to reduce their electricity costs, make their homes dramatically safer and lower barriers to adopting important electrification technologies, such as EV, battery and solar.

Fabrum’s newest pieces of technology will enable customers in a broad range of sectors to transition to zero-loss liquid hydrogen handling and storage. The result is a potential 25% cost reduction per kg, helping to drive demand for green hydrogen and associated technologies, along with a reduction in emissions.

Brandon Capital has the funds, experience and expertise to support life science companies from proof-of-concept through to commercialisation.

Foundry Lab lets manufacturers cast on-demand, production quality metal parts at a fraction of the costs and time of a traditional foundry.

Bspkl’s high-performance catalyst coated membranes reduce the costs of producing green hydrogen, making it a viable green energy source.

Avasa’s arterial coupler makes microvascular surgery quicker and safer empowering surgeons to securely and efficiently link microvascular arteries in under 10 minutes.

Scentian Bio's biosensor technology, based on insect olfactory receptors combined with AI, has created a detection that is 1000x more sensitive than that of even the best beagle.

The world of implantable medical devices is a fascinating and evolving market that has traditionally been full of passive devices (such as hip joints) and active stimulatory devices (such as pacemakers). Kitea Health, recipients of the Ārohia Innovation Trailblazer Grant, are leading the advancement of this area with their implantable pressure sensor devices that allow proactive management of chronic disease. The micro devices provide real time, accurate monitoring information to clinicians, so they can provide treatment early.