Announcing the SCI Accelerate 2025 Cohort

We are excited to announce the 2025 cohort of Praxis SCI Accelerate, a 12 week in residence accelerator program focused on advancing the commercialization of technology to transform the lives of people with spinal cord injury (SCI). Our cohort, encompassing companies across the key SCI focus areas for Praxis represent a variety of backgrounds and have already demonstrated significant traction in their fields.

Our companies have been carefully selected by a panel of persons with lived experience (PLEX), researchers, commercial leaders in healthcare — as addressing key gaps in care for people with SCI, but also with a potential to transform healthcare outcomes for the broader community.

Astek Diagnostics is a medical technology company focused on revolutionizing the diagnosis of bacterial infections. Their flagship product, Jiddu, is a rapid diagnostic platform designed to detect urinary tract infections (UTIs) and determine antibiotic susceptibility in approximately one hour. By providing accurate and timely results, Astek aims to reduce unnecessary antibiotic use, improve patient outcomes, and combat antimicrobial resistance. Through innovation, clinical collaboration, and a commitment to accessibility, the company strives to transform infection management and enhance the standard of care in healthcare settings worldwide.

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Limitless Device is a benefit start-up committed to transforming the medical device market through innovative and user-centered solutions. Their products combine advanced IoT technology with modern design to monitor vital signs, provide location tracking, and enhance safety and independence for users. By integrating cutting-edge research, continuous feedback from clinicians and users, and a focus on accessibility, Limitless Device aims to empower individuals with disabilities to live confidently, independently, and without limitations.

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XSENSOR Technology Corporation is a technology company dedicated to setting the standard in pressure-mapping and dynamic surface sensing. Their core technology enables the capture, visualization, and analysis of surface and dynamic data across clinical, sports, and product design environments. With over 25 years of experience delivering high-precision sensors and imaging software, XSENSOR supports designers, clinicians, and manufacturers in optimizing comfort, safety, and performance for individual care surfaces, seating systems, and human performance applications. By leveraging reliable data, advanced software, and strong industry collaboration, XSENSOR empowers its customers to make informed decisions that improve outcomes, enhance product quality, and expand the possibilities of surface and motion sensing.

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