Amidst the vibrant atmosphere at BioAsia 2024 in Hyderabad, the spotlight shone brightly on five exceptional startups, out of 75 recognised nationwide, for their groundbreaking innovations in the healthcare sector. These top innovators were honoured for their outstanding contributions to advancing healthcare access, revolutionising technology, and enhancing patient care.

Plebc Innovations Pvt Ltd: This pioneering startup founded by Dr Krishna Prasad, is making waves with its teleoperated robotic ultrasound system, poised to revolutionise healthcare access in rural areas. 

ZedBlox ActiPod: Leading the charge in cold chain solutions for healthcare, ZedBlox ActiPod led by Rao Korupolu - Co-Founder, CEO, has emerged as a trailblazer in developing unbreakable cold chain solutions. 

UR Advanced Therapeutics Pvt Ltd: Spearheading innovation in biomaterials for tissue engineering, UR Advanced Therapeutics founded by Adinarayana Reddy Yerrapureddy and Reddy,  focuses on endoregenerative cornea, offering transformative solutions for ocular health. 

Descign: Harnessing the power of artificial intelligence, Descign from Hyderabad founded in 2020 by Dr Vishal Gupta, is at the forefront of digitalising life sciences and healthcare. 

Lamark Biotech: Dedicated to bringing life-saving medicines within reach globally, Lamark Biotech from Tamil Nadu, led by Vaibhav Bhatia Ph.D., Co-Founder, Chief Executive Officer,  is making significant strides in pharmaceutical innovation.