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Turning Down the Noise: CalmWave and Catalyst by Wellstar Aim to Cure ICU Alarm Fatigue

CalmWave is tackling one of healthcare’s most overlooked problems: alarm fatigue. By using AI to unify and analyze ICU monitor data, the Seattle-based startup helps hospitals reduce unnecessary noise, improve patient rest, and support clinical decision-making. Backed by Catalyst by Wellstar in Tech Square, Calmwave is bringing its “Quiet ICU” vision to life.

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Rosa Arriaga’s Research Advances Tech Design for Continuous Chronic and Mental Health Management

In today’s healthcare landscape, continuity of care is often disrupted by fragmented systems, lack of engagement, and limited data integration between clinical visits. Dr. Rosa Arriaga, a researcher in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) at Georgia Tech, is pioneering ways to bridge these gaps through innovative technology-driven solutions.

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Startups, Health Innovation Isabella Fonseca Startups, Health Innovation Isabella Fonseca

Empowering Women’s Health: Discover Lilypad’s Innovative Screening Solution

Lilypad Health aims to destigmatize menstrual health and care, allowing people to not only talk about their experiences but also access the care they need. Lilypad’s technology is a non-invasive menstrual pad add-on that acts as a collection device to test for health markers such as like Thyroid hormone levels, A1c, fertility hormones, and HPV.

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Startups, Health Innovation Isabella Fonseca Startups, Health Innovation Isabella Fonseca

Envisioning a Smarter Stethoscope

What if a low-cost, micro-sized patch could provide more accurate and accessible data by capturing acoustic fingerprints of the heart and lungs? StethX Microsystems is revolutionizing hardware for medical device solutions such as wearables. StethX’s acoustic sensor works as a smart stethoscope, picking up acceleration data and using AI or machine learning to detect disease or impending events.

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Startups, Health Innovation Isabella Fonseca Startups, Health Innovation Isabella Fonseca

Doing a 180°: GlucoSense Transforms Diabetes Care

A person with Type 1 diabetes makes an average of 180 lifestyle choices every day. Whether it's skipping a workout, going out with friends, or staying up late to study, every decision for a diabetic must be intentional. GlucoSense collects information from users' fitness trackers, insulin pumps, and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) to synthesize the day's data all into one place, making it easier for diabetics to understand how their lifestyles impact their blood sugar levels.

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