We are beyond thrilled to announce that Nanodropper has secured 2nd place in the prestigious 2024 K-Startup Grand Challenge! Out of over 1,700 amazing applicants, we are incredibly honored to be recognized for our mission to make vision-saving medications accessible for everyone.
A Journey Across Borders: From Concept to Global Recognition
Just four months ago, we introduced Nanodropper to South Korea as part of this incredible journey. The warm reception we received from Korean ophthalmologists was nothing short of inspiring. Their enthusiasm and support confirmed that we were on the right path—paving the way for a more accessible future for vision care.
Thanks to our unwavering commitment and collaborative efforts, we’re proud to share that Nanodropper has received Class I medical device approval by the KFDA (Korean Food & Drug Administration)! This milestone brings us one step closer to making our precision medication solutions available in South Korea and beyond.
A Special Thanks to Our Partners and Mentors
We couldn’t have reached this achievement without the invaluable support from the incredible organizations and people who made it all possible:
- KISED (Korea Institute of Startup & Entrepreneurship Development) for organizing this transformative challenge.
- The Ministry of SMEs and Startups for their generous sponsorship.
- The mentorship from our accelerators, who guided us every step of the way.
- Fellow startup founders whose support and camaraderie inspired us throughout this journey.
Your belief in our mission to create affordable, sustainable healthcare solutions has fueled our passion and drive, and we’re more inspired than ever to continue pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
Looking Toward a Bright Future
Starting the new year with this recognition has been a powerful reminder of the impact we can make on a global scale. As we continue to scale and innovate, we’re excited to collaborate with South Korea’s world-class single payer healthcare system to make Nanodropper available and accessible to those who need it most.
We are more committed than ever to transforming vision care and healthcare at large, creating sustainable solutions that change lives, one drop at a time.
Thank You for Being Part of Our Journey
This milestone is just the beginning, and we can’t wait to see where the future takes us. Thank you to everyone who has been a part of this incredible adventure, and to those who believe in our vision of affordable, accessible healthcare.
Here’s to a year of growth, impact, and global change!
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