MSD Prevention Innovation Challenge

Call for Innovations: Technologies, Platforms and Systems to Enhance Ergonomic Safety

TechConnect, in partnership with the National Safety Council, invites applications from innovators and business advancing solutions and interventions with applications in the field of ergonomics. In particular, technologies with potential to reduce the frequency and/or severity of musculoskeletal disorders by mitigating MSD-related risks (e.g. forceful exertion, awkward postures and repetitive motion) in the workplace are of significant interest. Selected finalists in the Challenge will gain unmatched visibility, resources, and connections across the safety ecosystem.

Opportunities for Selected Innovators

✓	Top 20 Innovators Receive an invitation for exclusive placement in the NSC Innovation Corridor on the Expo floor, where thousands of technology scouts, investors, city and federal decision-makers, SBIR/STTR funders, and fellow solution providers will convene.

✓	Top 6 Innovators Pitch at the TechConnect World Innovation Summit to a live audience.

✓	Travel Support All selected participants are eligible for reimbursement of up to $4,500 to cover upfront booth and travel expenses.

Submission is free. If selected, there is a fee which includes one full registration, pitch slot, listing on the innovators page, and inclusion in networking opportunities via the conference app.

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Due November 14, 2025

Areas of Interest:

Exoskeletons and physical assistance solutions
Robotics and autonomous systems
Wearables and sensors
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) platforms
Real-time and predictive analytics platforms
Extended, augmented or virtual reality systems
Training, readiness, simulation, and digital twin technologies
Computer vision and visualization technologies

Opportunities for Selected Innovators

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