The annual EWMA Innovation Competition aims to support start-ups and spin-outs within wound healing (therapeutics, medtech, diagnostics, AI, service providers etc) helping them bring their solutions to the market for the benefit of patients.
We are seeking approaches that have the potential to enhance the quality of wound care while reducing the cost and complexity of service provision.
Who Can Participate
- European start-ups established in 2019 or later
- European companies nearing their first market entry
- Previous contestants with significant developments in their business case
- Non-European companies within the above categories wishing to enter European market
Note: Participants must be present for a pitch presentation at EWMA Innovation Forum 2025, 27 March, Barcelona
Note: Participants must be registered for EWMA 2025 (3-day registration)
The Award
- 10.000 € for the winner
- Interview to be made public via social media
- Presentation in the EWMA newsletter (approx. 25.000 subscribers)
Pre-screening
You will present your proposal during a 30-minute introductory online meeting with the EWMA Innovation Team. A non-disclosure agreement (NDA) will be signed in advance. During the meeting, you will receive feedback on your proposal.
Online questionnaire
Participants must complete a simple questionnaire, which will form the basis for the judges’ evaluation. You are, of course, free to complete the questionnaire before the introductory meeting. The EWMA Innovation Team will then contact you to arrange the introductory meeting.
Deadline: Friday 7 February, 2025.
Please observe the following:
- The content must be written in English.
- Include only information relevant to each section heading.
- We are evaluating your solution, not your company. Focus on your solution
By submitting the questionnaire, you agree that the information may be made available for evaluation by the EWMA Innovation Competition Committee.
By submitting the questionnaire, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to the rules of participation.
Pitching Slot
Participants who pass the pre-screening stage will be invited to join the Innovation Competition. A pitching slot will be reserved for the EWMA Innovation Forum on 27 March 2025 in Barcelona.
Evaluation
Proposals will be evaluated in advance of the Innovation Forum by an expert innovation committee consisting of representatives from established wound care companies, investors, clinical key opinion leaders, health economists, and regulatory experts.
Feedback
After the EWMA Innovation Forum, you will receive anonymised summarised feedback on your solution based on the judges’ evaluation.
Contact
Email: innovation@ewma.org