Open Topic for Development of a Mobile Real Time Smart Monitoring System for Military Ocular Injuries (Direct to Phase II)
ID: DHA254-DP001Type: Phase II
Overview

Topic

Open Topic for Development of a Mobile Real Time Smart Monitoring System for Military Ocular Injuries (Direct to Phase II)

Agency

Agency: DODBranch: DHA

Program

Type: SBIRPhase: Phase II

Topic Link

https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/

Additional Information

https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/
Timeline
  1. 1
    Release Mar 5, 2025, 1:00 PM UTC
  2. 2
    Open Mar 26, 2025, 12:00 PM UTC
  3. 3
    Submission Due Apr 23, 2025, 4:00 PM UTC
  4. 4
    Close Apr 23, 2025, 4:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense (DOD) is seeking proposals for the development of a mobile real-time smart monitoring system specifically designed for military ocular injuries, under the SBIR program, with a focus on transitioning directly to Phase II. The initiative aims to create a compact, durable, and user-friendly system that can monitor ocular injuries and infection development without disturbing the dressing, thereby enhancing the care provided to military personnel in combat situations. Given that ocular injuries account for a significant percentage of combat-related injuries, this technology is crucial for improving medical outcomes and maintaining combat readiness. Proposals are due by April 23, 2025, and interested parties can find more information and submit their applications through the DOD SBIR website at https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/.

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