Advance XR Healthcare Innovation with HTC VIVE and Navispace - Join the VIVE XR Healthcare Challenge!
Extended Reality
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Extended Reality (XR) is driving huge innovation across the global healthcare sector, with demonstrable impact on training, procedural practice and patient outcomes. Practitioners around the world are using XR to train in a huge range of unique and bespoke scenarios, with repeatability, practicing complex procedures before surgery with zero risk, walking patients through their treatment journey to better understand their treatment, supporting rehabilitation, and so much more.
HTC VIVE has a rich history of delivering innovations that benefit humanity and we are passionate about how XR technology can be used to improve people's lives.
That’s why we are extremely proud to be partnering with Navispace to power the VIVE XR Healthcare Challenge. A special prize of the 16th Healthcare Innovation World Cup, we are inviting visionary founders and entrepreneurs to advance their XR solutions with access to the latest HTC VIVE tracking accessories.
“Our mission is to merge technology and humanity to unleash imagination, and working with Navispace to support the creation of the next XR healthcare solutions is yet another step towards this,” comments Thomas Dexmier, AVP of Enterprise Solutions EMEA, HTC VIVE.
“We are already seeing some of the most impactful uses of XR coming from the healthcare sector, and the VIVE XR Healthcare Challenge is an excellent opportunity for XR tech innovators to showcase their solutions to the world, and make a real impact on the health and lives of others,” added June Hsieh, Head of Sales DACH & Benelux, HTC VIVE.
“With 20 years of experience connecting techpreneurs and industry leaders, the Innovation World Cup is one of the leading open innovation platforms within healthcare. We are excited to partner with HTC VIVE to accelerate innovation in healthcare through XR technology. Together, we strive to make impactful advancements in patient care and medical innovation. The VIVE XR Healthcare Challenge, a collaborative initiative for innovators, underscores our dedication to driving positive change and unlocking the full potential of XR in healthcare,” said André Lönne, Managing Partner, Navispace.
What's on offer to entrants?
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Free Tracker Kit: Choose to receive a VIVE Ultimate Tracker or VIVE Full Face Tracker to support your development
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Exclusive Discounts: Receive special pricing on the cutting-edge VIVE XR Elite headset
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Showcase on a Global Stage: Top three finalists will present live at MEDICA 2024, taking place in November in Germany, and further Innovation World Cup Events.
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Global Reach: Leverage the extensive HTC VIVE ecosystem to connect with a worldwide market.
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Developer Partner Program: Gain access to vital resources, mentorship, and a network that will turn your XR dreams into reality.
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Learn from the Best: Interact with top HTC VIVE developer partners and learn from the best in the industry.
Entries are open until 14th September 2024, and are free to submit.
If you’re an XR innovator and want to submit your healthcare solution, join the challenge here:
