The University of Utah is embarking on a 10-year, $10 million commitment to becoming the nation's leader in innovation for remote and austere care. This initiative supports both intramural and extramural teams across the United States, focused on solving critical challenges in providing care in remote and challenging environments. Kicking off in 2024, the inaugural event will see nine teams funded, marking the beginning of a transformative effort to advance healthcare solutions where they are needed most.
- Inhaled remifentanil for acute pain management
- Urine oxygen as a marker of acute kidney injury
- Lyophilized mitochondria for cellular resuscitation in hemorrhagic shock
- Robotic assistants for medics in role-1 and role-2 facilities
- A bistable metamaterial to simplify emergent airway and chest tube management
- Lightweight, extended battery life temperature management for extreme cold
- A venturi-based suction device for airway and chest tube management in austere settings
- Amniotic fluid for myocardial infarction treatment in resource-poor settings
- A novel shelf stable, self administered blood collection system for testing of infectious diseases