HawkCell provides a plug-and-play MRI solution specifically designed for veterinary clinics and preclinical research labs, enhancing image quality by 30% and reducing scan times by 50%. This technology addresses the need for more precise and efficient imaging in animal healthcare, improving diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes while minimizing anesthesia risks.
Funding
$6.3M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Veterinary clinics and preclinical research labs often face challenges in obtaining high-quality MRI images of animals due to limitations in existing MRI technology and the unique anatomical differences between animals and humans. These challenges can lead to longer scan times, increased anesthesia risks, and reduced diagnostic accuracy.
Solution
HawkCell provides a suite of MRI solutions designed to enhance image quality and streamline workflows for animal imaging. Their offerings include HawkAI, a deep-learning algorithm that improves image clarity and reduces scan times, HawkSpine, a positioning system optimized for animal morphology, HawkProtocols, a library of standardized MRI protocols tailored for veterinary use, and HawkExpertise, a remote support service for MRI acquisition. These solutions are designed to integrate with existing MRI systems, improving diagnostic capabilities and reducing the costs associated with animal imaging.
Target Audience
HawkCell's primary customers are veterinarians and preclinical researchers who require high-quality MRI images for accurate diagnoses and research, as well as CROs and BioTech/MedTech companies.
Features
- **HawkAI:** A deep-learning algorithm that enhances MRI image quality by 30% and reduces acquisition time by 50%. It is compatible with all MRI manufacturers and systems, integrating securely via cloud-based connections.
- **HawkSpine:** A positioning system designed specifically for veterinary use, optimizing patient positioning without traditional aids and adaptable to all animal morphologies.
- **HawkProtocols:** A library of over 100 standardized MRI protocols tailored for animal imaging, developed in collaboration with board-certified radiologists and MRI experts, and aligned with ACVR and ECVDI recommendations.
- **HawkExpertise:** A remote support service that provides real-time guidance and imaging support during MRI acquisition, helping to adjust protocols, fine-tune parameters, and troubleshoot issues.
- **HawkBox:** A secure, ready-to-use device that simplifies the installation of HawkAI in any veterinary clinic, enabling remote control of the MRI system by HawkCell experts.