Septest Limited win top prize at TBAT Innovation Challenge

Forresters were proud to once again sponsor the Innovation Challenge, a unique opportunity for businesses to showcase their commitment to innovation and progress within their industries. The final of this year’s Challenge was held on 11th October, where groundbreaking sepsis test innovators, Septest Limited, claimed the top prize: a business support package valued at £50,000, including an intellectual property audit by Forresters. 

Septest’s innovative test for sepsis can lead to faster diagnosis and a greater chance of a positive outcome for patients. The company recognised the need for innovation; sepsis is one of the world’s deadliest diseases, and current tests can take hours to produce results. Septest’s product can provide a diagnosis within minutes, and is likely to have a profound impact on the future treatment of the disease. 

Ten finalists competed for the prize package. Fellow finalists Heartfelt Technologies received a runner-up prize for their AI-supported non-contact telemonitoring solution for heart failure patients. Zeal Lifestyle also won a prize for their innovative work in the assisted living sector. 

Forresters’ Senior Associate, Greg Smith, who was on the judging panel for Workshop 3 at this year’s Innovation Challenge and attended this year’s final, said:

It is always a rewarding experience to hear the passion and determination of businesses taking part in the Innovation Challenge. All this year’s finalists show immense promise, and Septest are certainly worthy winners. I look forward to seeing how this year’s participating businesses contribute to future innovation in their industries!

Senior Associate Greg Smith (right) attending the TBAT Innovation Challenge final.

Our Associate Ian Duncan, who attended the final for the first time this year, also told us:

It was a real privilege to attend this year’s final. Small businesses are a hotbed for innovation, and this event is a great opportunity for them to showcase their ideas and cement themselves as future leaders in their sectors.

Forresters are pleased to offer intellectual property audit services to Septest as part of their prize package. We eagerly anticipate exciting future developments from the company, along with further innovation from this year’s finalists.