Innovative Solutions for Ethylene Oxide Mitigation Used in Sterilization Processes (Direct to Phase II)
ID: DHA244-D002Type: Phase II
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Innovative Solutions for Ethylene Oxide Mitigation Used in Sterilization Processes (Direct to Phase II)

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Agency: DODBranch: DHA

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Type: SBIRPhase: Phase II

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

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https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/
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    The Department of Defense (DOD) is seeking innovative solutions for mitigating ethylene oxide (ETO) emissions generated during medical device sterilization processes through a Direct to Phase II Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) opportunity. The objective is to develop technologies that effectively reduce ETO byproducts while ensuring compatibility with existing sterilization equipment, thereby promoting environmentally sustainable practices in the medical device manufacturing sector. ETO is widely used for sterilizing sensitive medical devices, but its carcinogenic properties raise significant health and environmental concerns, necessitating the development of safer alternatives. Proposals are due by May 14, 2024, with further details available on the DOD SBIR website.

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