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Kick Off Event
Friday September 6, 2019
6 pm
HACK THONA
• Please get a name tag and some
refreshments
• Sign in if you have not already registered
• Prepare to learn about our challenges in
health to be addressed!
Welcome!
Thanks to Michael Smith Foundation for
Health Research and Viatec for their
support of the Hackathon!
Thanks to all of our sponsors for
making this event possible!
Thanks to all of our promotional
partners for making this event possible!
• Quality of the solution (25%)
• Originality of the solution (25%)
• User experience (25%)
• Scalability of the solution (25%)
• Cash prizes given for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners ($750, $500, $250)
Hackathon scoring criteria
Challenge #1: Biofilm Prevention on
Filtration Membranes
• Organoids are tiny 3D tissue
cultures that are able to replicate
organ attributes or functions
• They are derived from stem cells
which are cells that can replicate
and become any type of cell in the
body
• Stem cells will self assemble into
cell aggregates, 3D cell structures,
under the correct conditions
Challenge #2: All-in-One Microfluidic
Culture System for Generating Organoids
Stem cell suspension cell aggregate
Day 10 Day 20
Scale bar = 100um (top), 200um (bottom)
Develop a microfluidic device to culture
organoids from start to finish
The challenge is to create a microfluidic device where:
1) A media suspension of stem cells can be infused
2) Cells will aggregate into one/multiple 3D structures
3) The aggregates will remain in the device for the full term of the
culture as they differentiate into organoids
Device requirements
• Microfluidic device needs to be able to accept single cell
suspensions
• Media is able to be removed along with dead cells
• The cells will not attach to the device
• There is room for the organoid to grow (starting diameter
~100-300um ending diameter ending 3-5mm)
• Final organoids are easily harvestable for
sectioning/imaging
• The device should be fairly low cost
Potential features:
• Could it be reusable? Autoclavable?
• Could the cells be imaged through the device?
• Could this device be low cost? Less than $50? Less than
$5
• Could multiple organoids be cultured at the same time?
Contact
Dr. Stephanie Willerth
Professor in Mechanical Engineering
Acting Director BME program
Email: [email protected]
Challenge #3: The S2S, A Novel Sit-to-Stand
Device
The Problem
• Many patients with stroke and multiple sclerosis, can only stand with assist from a caregiver
• The caregiver often has to carry the patient’s full weight, resulting in a patient fall with fractures, and serious back injury to the caregiver.
• Current “Sit-Stands” devices require the patient assist by pulling with their arms to get into the standing position.
• Thus, many patients with weak upper bodies they are unable to benefit from these devices
The Lifting Zone• We conceived a simple 'sit-to-
stand' device that does not require upper body strength, and needs only minimal, if any, assistance by the caregiver
• The device consists of a lift, and trunk support that will grip and lift the patient unaided, without slippage
• The trunk support needs an element of horizontal grip
• Achieved by indenting the torso between the lower rib cage and the pelvic brim, a point where the tissue is soft and easily displaces the underlying structures without discomfort.
The Exoskeletons
• We 3D-printed a hard core trunk support, which we now call the exoskeleton
• The lifting ridge of this model did not fit snugly into the patient lifting zone unless the patient was lying down, because the upper portion was too bulky and rigid
• A second model consists of a hard lifting ridge inside a flexible shell with an axillary extensions, which function as spacers to ensure the hard exoskeletal component is correctly positioned over the patient’s lifting zone.
The Lift Frame
• The first electro-mechanical lift frame was pneumatic and was designed by Uvic students in a Mech 400 course.
• The current lift frame has been motorized and sits on four wheels. It was made with adjustable aluminum extrusions, a laser cut, ¼” plywood twin lifting paths, and a single, electro-mechanical worm drive actuator in the middle with a travel path of 30 inches. The actuator is coupled to the exoskeleton by twin steel wires supported on ball bearings, and running down at a 45 degree angle to the horizontal “lift” bar to which the exoskeleton can be coupled.
We are seeking:
• Design of a coupling mechanism
between the exoskeleton and the
electric lift, one which will not be
hindering the use of the patient’s
arms.
Challenge #4: Reductions of single use
plastics in healthcare
Reducing Plastic Waste
in Hospitals
Revolutionizing Healthcare with
Plastics
Infection
Prevention
Single-use items and
plastic packaging are
required to prevent
contamination and
the spread of
infection.
Cost
Manufacturing plastic
is relatively
inexpensive.
Disposable plastic
items can be cheaper
than reusable
alternatives.
Versatility
Plastic is a versatile
material that is
shatter-proof, non-
permeable and
flexible, with many
potential uses in
healthcare.
The Plastic Problem
Production
Use
Disposal
• Plastic manufacturing pollutes the natural environment and impacts human health
• Most plastic waste goes to the landfill which pollutes the environment and presents additional health risks
• Potential toxicity exposure for patients and staff
• Single-use items and packaging are disposed of immediately
The Challenge
• The challenge is to reduce plastic waste in hospitals, cost-effectively and without creating infection risks.
• The solution should also:
Prioritize patient care
Ensure patient and staff safety
Decrease toxicity exposure
Lessen the environmental footprint of hospital operations, considering the lifecycle of the solution
Conform to Canadian healthcare standards
A Multidimensional Challenge
Waste
Management
PatientsInfection
Prevention
& Control
Medical Device
ReprocessingHealth Care
Workers
Environmental
Sustainability
Supply Chain
& Procurement
The solution should consider its impacts on the various hospital
stakeholders involved.
Contact
Rebecca Wareham
Sustainability Coordinator
Island Health
T: 250-755-7935
Challenge #5: Victoria Hand Project
Victoria Hand Project Proposal
Design of 3D Printed Prosthetic Components to Assist Amputees in the Developing World
For: Victoria Health Hackathon
September 6, 2019
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Victoria Hand Project Background• Providing low-cost, highly functional,
3D printed, upper-limb prosthetic devices for the developing world
• 7 clinics worldwide outfit with 3D printers, 3D scanners, trained staff
• Victoria Hand is an assistive device to help with day-to-day tasks
• Cooking
• Cleaning
• Light-duty work
• Etc.
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Proposed Project
• Design of terminal devices to assist in everyday tasks
• Suggested topic:
• Device to hold a pencil to make writing easier for children at school
• Can make a new device that integrates into the hand
• Alternatively can use the current ball-and-socket wrist design so the devices can be easily swapped
• 3D printable: Will be deployed at existing clinics
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Support
• VHP team members will apply experience in 3D printing to provide advice
• Base SolidWorks design for the ball-and-socket wrist to build off of (if required)
• 3D print materials and access to Ultimaker 3D printers
• Other hardware required for the design
• Mentoring: [email protected]
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Outcomes
• Hackers will generate the CAD/STL files
• 3D print prototype to demonstrate functionality
• Skills Applied/Learned
• FDM 3D Printing (Ultimaker 2+ 3D Printers)
• SolidWorks/Fusion 360
• Design for 3D printing
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Challenge 6: Makers Making Change: Mouth
input to Control RC model planes and
drones
About Makers Making Change
Makers Making Change is an initiative that connects makers to people
with disabilities who need assistive technologies. It has a list of open
source hardware projects that can be reviewed by occupational therapists
and other disability professionals, downloaded freely, and made by
makers / engineers / tinkerers in their community. It also provides a way
to connect makers to people that need assistive technology to make
access solutions.
http://www.makersmakingchange.com
Objective of each Design Challenge with
Makers Making Change
• Engage industrial designers, engineers, students and hobbyists to create a
solution to positively impact the life of a person with a disability.
• Develop Instructables-style documentation so that the project can be
replicated and be made by a moderately skilled “Makers” or STEM students
in the future.
• Develop an easy-to-follow start-up guide and user guide.
• Share resources on the Makers Making Change website
Motormouth – Mouth input to Control RC
model planes and drones
There are two individuals in Vancouver living with quadriplegia that are looking
to control a remote control model planes and drones. They both use an open
source mouth operated joystick to control a mouse on their computers, the
LipSync.
The challenge is to adapt the LipSync technology to allow it to control drones
and model planes.
• www.makersmakingchange.com/lipsync
Jim used to be a WestJet pilot before his injury and wants to fly RC model
planes. Don works in property assessment and wants to fly a drone to
perform functions for his work. They would be happy to connect about their
needs with this design, please ask Laila ([email protected]) for their contact
info.
Makers Making Change have a working prototype of the LipSync being
used to control a RC car. This “proof of concept” is something they are
working to build on to get these two “into the skies.” This will be made
available through their website.
There is a forum for this challenge:
https://forum.makersmakingchange.com/t/motormouth-alternate-inputs-to-
control-rc-cars-planes-and-drones/127
Contacts
The Research Partnerships and Knowledge
Mobilization Office and The Coast Capital
Savings Innovation Centre
UVic's on-campus technology transfer and venture accelerator groups.
We help ensure inventors and entrepreneurs get fundamental support and mentorship to take their technologies or business concepts from idea to commercialization.
We would be happy to help out with:• Intellectual property questions• Entrepreneurship questions • Advice for perfecting your pitch• Finding space on campus to meet
Mentors: Jerome Etwaroo, Lindsay Frehlick, Aislinn Sirk and Chris Flores. You can contact us directly, or contact Laila at [email protected] for an introduction.
Join our entrepreneurs to celebrate
the next chapter of innovation at
UVic
SPARK CAFÉMON, SEPT 16, 11:00 - 14:00
at the UVIC QUAD
Come and enjoy snacks, live music,games and mingle with entrepreneurs
as they showcase their products andservices
PRESENTING PARTNER
Victoria Makerspace
Contact Derek ([email protected])
• Located in the Vancouver Island Technology Park, 4476 Markham St.
• Some resources:– Electronics test bench, large supply of
components
– Containment level 1 molecular biology lab
– Metalwork including welders, plasma cutter, cnc, sheet metal, etc.
– Full woodworking shop
– Laser cutters, 3-D printers
– Over 150 members who are collectively skilled at all aspects of manufacturing
• Happy to consider individuals for membership, but can also just meet and make the facilities available during the hackathon as required
Pre-arranging time in the makerspace is necessary! Hackers can do so my
posting a topic on talk.makerspace.ca.
• Teams can consist of up to five members
• Teams will select and register for their
challenge today
• The idea is to spend the time in between the
hackathon coming up with ideas, collecting
resources, and iterating designs with your
mentorship team
• The hackathon weekend will enable the
implementation of your device by your team
• Presentation guidelines will be sent out prior
to the Hackathon weekend
Victoria Health Hackathon Rules
• Friday October 4th – 6pm – The hackathon
launches at Fort Tectoria
• Saturday October 5th – 6pm – End of
24hour Hack period
• Sunday October 6th – 10:30am – Teams
present their final designs to our panel of
judges followed a catered brunch and an
awards ceremony
Hackathon Weekend Schedule