The Design by Biomedical Undergraduate Teams (DEBUT) Challenge is a competition that recognizes undergraduate excellence in biomedical design and innovation. DEBUT challenges teams of students in undergraduate biomedical education to solve real world problems in healthcare.

Prizes of up to $20,000 will be awarded, with a total prize purse of $145,000. Strong DEBUT submissions will demonstrate a mastery of analytical and design skills and capabilities; the ability to manage the product development process; the ability to work effectively in teams; and technical communication skills. Submissions will be judged on the following criteria:

• Significance of the problem being addressed
• Impact of proposed solution on potential users and clinical care
• Innovative design
• Working prototype

Read all the DEBUT guidelines