TechShout - Apr 6, 2021
Tired of using masks that fog up your glasses, irritate skin? Now you can design “the next generation of masks” that is low on cost, comfortable to wear and safe against Covid-19 pathogens, and also win $500,000.
The competition Mask Innovation Challenge has been announced by the US government’s Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) in partnership with the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). It is open only for participants from the US.
While public health agencies worldwide are encouraging people to wear masks to curb the spread of infectious Covid-19, prolonged wearing increases issues such as skin allergy, physical discomfort and difficulty in communicating.
Apr 6, 2021
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services wants to build a better facemask - and they need YOUR help. The agency has launched the Mask Innovation Challenge , offering $500,000 in cash prizes to citizens who come up with mask designs that are more comfortable and effective.
Get those creative juices flowing! Participants have until April 21st to submit their ideas online. More info can be found at Challenge.gov.
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The new designs must address common problems like foggy glasses and skin irritation.
Contestants must enter phase 1 by the April 21 deadline.
The US government is offering up to $500,000 for those who enter their designs into a next-generation face mask competition.
The Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) on Tuesday announced a competition for anyone wanting to create the next best facemask that can continue to be worn after the COVID-19 pandemic to help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases.
New designs should address notable barriers people have that are bothersome or keep them from wearing one, the agencies said. These issues include foggy glasses, irritated skin, unclear speech, ineffectiveness, trouble fitting, and lack of visible facial expressions.