Philippa Ngaju Makobore, ABEC contact point at UIRI, was awarded as outstanding African Innovators by the African Innovation Foundation (AIF).
In the sixth edition of the Innovation Prize for Africa (IPA) organized by AIF, out of the total of over 2500 applications, 10 nominees were selected, and from these, Philippa won the Second Prize.
The Electronically Controlled Gravity Feed Infusion Set (ECFG) by Philippa, who bagged the Second Prize of US$ 25 000, is designed to accurately administer intravenous (IV) fluids and drugs by controlling the rate of fluid flow based on feedback from a drop sensor.
The ECGF has the potential to save lives by providing accuracy and safety at 8% the cost of a brand new infusion pump.