Dynamic Synthetic Tissues for Medical Simulation and Training
ID: A244-052Type: BOTH
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Topic

Dynamic Synthetic Tissues for Medical Simulation and Training

Agency

Agency: DODBranch: ARMY

Program

Type: SBIRPhase: BOTH

Topic Link

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

Additional Information

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

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army, is seeking innovative solutions through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program for the development of dynamic synthetic tissues aimed at enhancing medical simulation and training. The primary objective is to create synthetic materials that can realistically emulate medical complications and provide feedback on treatment proficiency, incorporating capabilities such as color and texture changes, swelling, liquid secretion, olfactory responses, and temperature variations. This initiative is crucial for improving training immersion and effectiveness for military medical personnel, with a focus on prolonged casualty care and trauma scenarios. Interested parties should note that the solicitation is open from June 26, 2024, to July 30, 2024, with a funding amount of $1.1 million for Phase II, and further details can be found at the provided source link.

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