Situation

A medical device manufacturing company sought to adapt an existing device for a new user cohort. To achieve this, they aimed to secure grant funding but required expert guidance on clinical feasibility, study design, and application strategy.

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Task

Our role was to support the company in strengthening their grant application, ensuring alignment with clinical best practices, and positioning them for successful funding. Additionally, we needed to provide ongoing clinical and operational support throughout the grant’s implementation.

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Solution

As an experienced grant delivery partner, we co-applied as a subcontractor, leveraging our reputation to enhance the application’s credibility. We provided clinical expertise to refine the project scope, reviewed and optimized the grant application, and participated in committee interviews. Upon securing the grant, we continued to support the project by offering clinical advisory services, assisting in the recruitment of pilot sites, and guiding study design to ensure meaningful outcomes.

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Impact

With our support, the company successfully secured grant funding and was able to adapt their device for a new user group. Our strategic input ensured regulatory and clinical feasibility, while our operational assistance enabled efficient project execution. The collaboration accelerated the device’s path to market, demonstrating the critical role of expert advisory support in securing and delivering grant-funded healthcare innovation projects.