Innovation in Focus: Start-up Award Finalists at the Digital Rheumatology Days 2026
At this year’s Digital Rheumatology Days we will announce the Start-up Award winner 2026. As digital innovation continues to reshape healthcare, this award highlights pioneering companies that are transforming rheumatology through technology, data, and patient-centered solutions.
After careful review, four outstanding start-ups have been selected as finalists:
- AIRAdoc GmbH
- Hemetron AG
- MPIRIQ
- JIA Connect
Each finalist has submitted a two-minute video showcasing their vision, technology, and potential impact on rheumatology care. Despite the short format, these videos offer a compelling glimpse into how digital tools are advancing diagnostics, improving patient monitoring, and enabling more personalized treatment approaches.
What makes this year’s competition particularly exciting is the diversity of innovation. From AI-driven diagnostics to digital patient engagement platforms, the finalists represent a broad spectrum of solutions addressing real-world challenges in rheumatology. Their work reflects a shared goal: enhancing outcomes for patients while supporting clinicians with smarter, more efficient tools.
The Start-up Award itself is designed to recognize early-stage companies that demonstrate not only technological excellence but also meaningful clinical relevance and scalability. It is a platform for visibility, collaboration, and growth within the rapidly evolving digital health ecosystem.
The winner will be officially announced on Friday May 7th, 2026 during the Digital Rheumatology Days. Until then, anticipation continues to build as attendees explore the finalists’ ideas and engage with the future of rheumatology innovation.
Stay tuned as we celebrate the next generation of digital health pioneers.
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