Medical-Infused Textile, FDA / SBIR manufacturing #NYTechWeek
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This event is a part of #NYTechWeek—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com.
Event Agenda
Date: June 3rd
Time: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Location: PACE Front Yard Founders Lab
SBIR FDA FIC Harvard Lab PACE Startups
Overview:
Medical textiles are reshaping the healthcare landscape, combining cutting-edge textile manufacturing with medical treatments to create wearable solutions for patient care, wellness, and therapy. This event dives into the process of manufacturing textiles with embedded medicine or therapeutic properties, highlighting innovative materials, processes, and applications for hospital and military purposes. An introduction to the evolving role of textiles in healthcare—from wound healing and infection prevention to advanced drug delivery.
1:30 PM – 1:45 PM
Arrival & Welcome
1:45 PM – 1:55 PM
Opening Address
Theme: Textiles with a Purpose: The Evolution of Medical-Infused Fabrics
An introduction to the role of textiles in modern healthcare—from wound healing to controlled drug delivery.
1:55 PM – 2:15 PM
Session 1: Materials Science in Medicine-Infused Textiles
Topic: Creating Smart Fabrics for Healing
Nanotechnology, microencapsulation, and polymers enabling drug delivery via textiles
Antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and regenerative textile innovations
Biocompatibility and safety for clinical use
2:15 PM – 2:35 PM
Session 2: Manufacturing Processes & Techniques
Topic: From Concept to Production: The Manufacturing Journey
Advanced textile methods: knitting, weaving, coating, and bonding
Automation and precision in manufacturing at scale
Sustainable practices in producing medical-grade textiles
2:35 PM – 2:55 PM
Session 3: Application Areas in Medicine & Health
Topic: Healing, Monitoring, and Therapy: Textiles in Healthcare
Applications in wound care, burn recovery, and drug-delivering fabrics
Smart textiles for real-time monitoring of chronic conditions and vital signs
Integration of wearables with therapeutic textiles for improved outcomes
2:55 PM – 3:25 PM
Panel Discussion: Overcoming Challenges in Medical Textile Manufacturing
Theme: Bridging the Gap: From Research to Real-World Application
Panelists from: SBIR, FDA, Harvard Lab, and FIC
Discussion points:
Regulatory pathways and clinical testing requirements
Cost, scalability, and commercialization strategies
The future of medical textiles in personalized and precision-based healthcare
3:25 PM – 3:30 PM
Closing Remarks & Networking
An opportunity to connect with researchers, innovators, and leaders in the medical textile space.
Guest List
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