2025 Biomedical Innovation Scholarship award winner: Ruby Swafford

Ontogen Medtech is proud to announce the recipient of our 2025 Biomedical Scholarship: Ruby Swafford of the University of Virginia, pursuing a degree in Biomedical Engineering.

This year’s applicants impressed us with their passion and vision for advancing healthcare through innovation. Ruby stood out in particular for their thoughtful essay, which highlighted the worldwide problem of tuberculosis and proposed solutions to combat the disease. Her perspective resonated deeply with our review committee and reflected the kind of forward-thinking spirit that is shaping the future of medical technology. Read her full essay here.

At Ontogen, we believe in supporting the next generation of innovators who will carry medical device development into new frontiers. We are excited to support [Winner’s Name] as they continue their academic and professional journey.

Congratulations again to Ruby—we can’t wait to see the impact you will make in the years ahead.