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DwellSafe Named Regional Winner in the 2024 NCBiotech Venture Challenge

Press Release: 7.20.24

DwellSafe, a pioneering company dedicated to enhancing home safety for older adults, proudly announces its victory in the 2024 NCBiotech Venture Challenge. This significant achievement underscores DwellSafe’s commitment to innovation and excellence in the home safety space.

We're just getting started, and this win gives us real momentum. It’s amazing to see our hard work recognized and it pushes us to go even further.


Dr. James Taylor, Co-Founder

The NCBiotech Venture Challenge, an annual competition, celebrates the most promising life sciences startups in North Carolina. As a regional winner, DwellSafe has demonstrated exceptional potential in our mission to prevent falls and promote independent living for older adults. Our solutions combine medical insights and environmental analysis to create safer home environments, significantly reducing the risk of falls.

 

“Winning this regional award is a significant milestone for DwellSafe,” said Dr. James Taylor, co-founder of DwellSafe. “It validates the impact of our work and the importance of our mission to improve the quality of life for older adults. We are honored to be recognized among North Carolina’s top life sciences innovators.”

 

The 2024 NCBiotech Venture Challenge reflects North Carolina’s rich history and dynamic growth in the life sciences sector. Since its establishment, the North Carolina Biotechnology Center (NCBiotech) has been instrumental in advancing research, supporting startups, and fostering innovation that drives economic growth and improves health outcomes.

 

“We are proud to be a part of North Carolina’s vibrant life sciences community,” added Jonathan Hills, co-founder of DwellSafe. “This award is a testament to our team’s hard work and dedication to developing cutting-edge home safety solutions. We look forward to continuing our work and making a positive impact on the lives of older adults.”

 

As a regional winner, DwellSafe will receive a portion of the $100,000 in prize money, which will be used to further develop our technology and expand our reach. This recognition will also provide us with valuable opportunities for mentorship and networking within the life sciences industry.

 

For more information about DwellSafe and our award-winning solutions, please contact us at hello@dwellsafe.ai.

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