Finalists 2026

Meet the teams moving breakthrough research toward real-world impact.

The 2026 Brook & Beyond finalists are advancing innovations that improve health, strengthen communities, and solve complex global challenges.

A3PEAS: Air Pollution Analysis System

AI platform automating air quality exceedance analysis and reporting to improve efficiency and public health response.
Principal Investigator: Dr. Guanyu Huang, School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences

AI-Assisted Facial Fracture Detection

AI-powered CT analysis supporting faster trauma triage in emergency departments, reducing missed fractures and unnecessary transfers.
Principal Investigator: Dr. Anisha Kumar, Renaissance School of Medicine

AI-MedInsight

A multimodal AI platform improving medication reconciliation in emergency settings, reducing adverse drug events and supporting safer clinical decisions.
Principal Investigator: Dr. Samita Heslin, Renaissance School of Medicine

Aorta Health

GorganEye Artificial Lens Capsule

A novel intraocular capsule enabling stable lens placement after complex cataract surgery, expanding treatment options and improving visual outcomes.
Principal Investigator: Dr. Farzan Gorgani, Renaissance School of Medicine

Lyrai

An AI-powered acoustic optimization platform transforming real-world and virtual sound environments through advanced spatial modeling.
Principal Investigator: Dr. Margaret Schedel, Music and IACS

Nanocellulose HydroSponge PFAS Filter

A scalable filtration solution removing harmful PFAS compounds from drinking water, expanding access to safer, cleaner water.
Principal Investigator: Dr. Lokesh Padhye, Department of Civil Engineering

Smart Bedding for Early Stroke Detection

Bedding with embedded sensors for early detection of neurological deficit to enable earlier detection and intervention for stroke.
Principal Investigator: Dr. Reza Dashti, Renaissance School of Medicine