THE ADGHW INNOVATION AWARDS

THE ADGHW INNOVATION AWARDS APPLICATION

The Abu Dhabi Global Health Week (ADGHW) Innovation Awards celebrate groundbreaking advancements in healthcare, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration across the industry. These prestigious awards recognise individuals, organisations, and startups that have pioneered transformative solutions addressing critical challenges in global health. By spotlighting innovations that enhance patient outcomes, improve accessibility, and streamline healthcare delivery, the awards aim to inspire continued progress in the field.

The categories span diverse domains such as digital health, artificial intelligence, medical devices, sustainability in healthcare, and more. Entries are rigorously evaluated by a panel of esteemed judges comprising healthcare leaders, technology experts, and policy makers. Criteria include innovation impact, scalability, and alignment with global healthcare goals.

Winners gain unparalleled exposure to a global audience, opportunities for networking, and the potential for partnerships with key stakeholders. The awards ceremony, held during ADGHW, serves as a platform to showcase the latest advancements while fostering discussions on the future of healthcare innovation.

By celebrating creativity and excellence, the ADGHW Innovation Awards contribute to building a sustainable and resilient healthcare ecosystem, aligning with Abu Dhabi’s vision of becoming a global hub for healthcare innovation and excellence.

The ADGHW Innovations Awards are open to individuals, teams, and organisations worldwide that have contributed significantly to healthcare innovation. Submissions must demonstrate a unique and impactful healthcare innovation that has been implemented or is in the late stages of development, with innovations developed or significantly advanced within the past three years. All entries must be supported by sufficient documentation and evidence of innovation and impact.

To register your interest in taking part in these prestigious awards, please complete the form below:

A. Submission Category

B. For individual applicants

Full Name

Organization/Affiliation

Email Address

Phone Number (with country code)

Country of Residence

LinkedIn or Social Media Profile URL

C. For Institution Applicants

Institution Name

Registration Number

Instructions for Institution Type

1. Academic & Research Institutions (such as Universities and Colleges, Research Institutes, Medical Schools, Public Health Institutes)
2. Healthcare Organizations (such as Hospitals and Health Systems, Clinics and Community Health, Centers, Telemedicine Providers)
3. Nonprofit and Humanitarian Organizations (such as NGOs, Foundations and Charitable Trusts, - Social Enterprises, Global Health Organizations)
4. Startups & Private Sector Innovators (such as HealthTech and MedTech Startups, Biotech and Pharmaceutical Companies, Artificial Intelligence and Data Science Firms in Healthcare)
5. Government & Public Sector Entities (such as Public Health Agencies, National and Regional Health Ministries, Multilateral Organizations (e.g., WHO, UN Agencies))
6. Industry and Corporate R&D Centers (such as Corporate Innovation Labs, Health and Life Sciences Companies, Medical Device Manufacturers)

Primary Contact Person

Full Name

Professional Title

Position

Email Address

Phone number

D. Innovation Details (All applicants)

Innovation Title *

Select the innovation implementation status *

Minimum Viable Product (MVP): The innovation is a working prototype or version that has been built to solve a core problem but may not yet have all features or be fully refined.

Implemented: The innovation has been deployed and is actively being used in a real-world setting (e.g., hospital, clinic, or community health program).

Scaling: The innovation has been implemented successfully and is now in the process of being scaled or expanded to additional settings or markets.

Problem Statement (300 words) *

Innovation Description (1000 words) *

Describe the Technology/Methodology Used (1000 words) *

E. Innovation Impact Assessment

Describe the effectiveness and impact of the innovation (1000 words) *

Evidence of impact (eg. Impact Assessments Reports) *

Key Performance Indicator Reports *

Number of Beneficiaries *

Scalability and sustainability - (500 words maximum) *

Detailed sustainability Plan

Evidence of financial sustainability

Supporting Documentation

Please upload the following supporting documents

Innovation Documentation *

Regulatory Approval Documents *

Patents or Intellectual Property (IP) Documentation *

Financial Sustainability *

Patient/end-user Testimonials

Research Papers or Publications

Letters of Support

Reference 1

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Organization *

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Phone Number *

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Organization

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REGISTRATION FOR THE SLECTED TRACK HAS BEEN CLOSED

15 - 17 APRIL 2025

ADNEC CENTRE ABU DHABI, UAE