9 Israeli startups selected to the Dangoor Health-Tech Academy to tackle UK healthcare challenges
9 Israeli startups selected to the Dangoor Health-Tech Academy to tackle UK healthcare challenges
The academy is designed to connect Israeli startups with the UK and was initiated by The Dangoor Foundation in partnership with the UK-Israel Tech Hub at the British Embassy in Israel.
The first session of the Dangoor Health-Tech Academy commenced with nine Health-Tech startups advancing healthcare solutions utilizing AI for UK healthcare partners. It was initiated by The Dangoor Foundation in partnership with the UK-Israel Tech Hub at the British Embassy in Israel and is led by Ronit Applebaum, Healthcare Innovation lead at the UK-Israel Tech Hub.
The companies are developing solutions relating to diagnostics, eating disorders, mental health, femtech, neuroscience, personalized treatments, and nutrition. This is the first cohort of the academy an eight-week educational program in Israel, online and in the UK where participants will gain an understanding of the UK healthcare ecosystem, including regulatory affairs, R&D, and pilots. They will connect with key partners and receive mentorship from experts in both Israel and the UK. The final session, held in London, will include a three-day delegation visit to NHS and private healthcare organizations. The intention is that the startups will gain insights into the NHS and UK healthcare system and collaborate with healthcare organizations to bridge gaps and foster partnerships.
“The UK healthcare market, a global powerhouse, is increasingly open to innovative solutions,” said Ronit Applebaum, Healthcare Innovation lead at the UK-Israel Tech Hub. “This makes it an ideal partner for Israel's vibrant startup scene, renowned for its groundbreaking technologies. It's inspiring to see the NHS embrace progress, and we are confident that this academy will foster meaningful collaborations and deliver exceptional outcomes.”
The list of companies that took part included:
- Impilio - an AI-driven diagnostic system for rare and complex diseases.
- Kai.AI - an AI-powered well-being platform offering AI-augmented therapy and support to address the needs of modern workforces, with a strong focus on Gen Z and Millennials.
- Shela Health - which addresses the growing unmet need in preventing pregnancy complications by delivering predictive models and precision recommendations.
- Predose - an automated platform dedicated to assisting clinicians and pharmacists in personalizing treatment doses.
- Thrive Together - an AI platform designed to empower parents of children with eating disorders.
- Sensomedical Labs - which develops medical devices in the fields of neurotechnology, electrophysiology, and electrochemistry.
- Treat Me - an AI-driven platform revolutionizing integrative healthcare by bridging Western medicine, complementary therapies, and research.
- AnyDish - an AI nutrition tool to revolutionize chronic disease management.
- Seegnal - which transforms medication safety with patient-tailored prescriptions to prevent adverse drug reactions and save lives.
“Collaboration between Israel and the UK in healthcare continues to strengthen. Initiatives like this one highlight how technology and innovation connect people, corporations, and nations, driving growth and better services for the public,” said Ben Myers, Deputy British Ambassador to Israel. Keren Shurkin UK-Israel Tech Hub Director, added: “The Dangoor Health-Tech Academy exemplifies the power of collaboration between Israeli innovation and UK healthcare ecosystems. By fostering these connections, we are paving the way for groundbreaking advancements that will transform patient care.”
The Dangoor Healthcare Academy was established with the support of the Dangoor Foundation and the Dangoor family to encourage collaborations between Israeli health technologies and the UK healthcare ecosystem, namely the NHS, to advance the UK healthcare sector. It focuses on key NHS priorities and provides a platform for education, mentorship, and networking.
The UK Israel Tech Hub is a not-for-profit venture operating out of the British Embassy Israel since 2011. It was founded by the UK government to drive economic growth and foster strategic partnerships between UK and Israeli innovation.
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Ronit Applebaum, Healthcare Innovation lead at the UK-Israel Tech Hub
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