2026 Lowell Milken Institute-Sandler Prize for New Entrepreneurs: Final Round

EndoSight Systems 

Evan Harber – Samueli School of Engineering, PhD 2027
Mumbi Whidby – Samueli School of Engineering, PhD 2028
Ben Forbes – Samueli School of Engineering, PhD 2029
Keer Zhang – David Geffen School of Medicine, MD 2027
Serena Agrawal – Anderson School of Management, MBA 2026
Derek Song – UCLA School of Law, JD 2026

EndoSight Systems is developing an autonomous robotic system that allows any clinic to perform nasal cavity and larynx exams, with results reviewed and diagnosed asynchronously by a remote specialist. By decoupling the procedure from the specialist, EndoSight increases patient access to otolaryngology care by boosting throughput and democratizing expert diagnostics.

SparkHeal

Anna Tomasics – UCLA School of Law, LLM 2026
Kanishk Rai – Samueli School of Engineering, PhD 2028
Maria Paula Herrera Duque – UCLA School of Law, LLM 2026
Sujit Silas Armstrong – Samueli School of Engineering, PhD 2028
Teresa Tang – Anderson School of Management, MBA 2026

SparkHeal is a self-powered therapeutic dressing that uses patented MEG technology to convert subtle body motion into continuous electrical stimulation for wound healing. By integrating into standard care, it delivers passive, always-on therapy without batteries or wires.

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ONE&OH Beauty

Grace O’Neil – Anderson School of Management, MBA 2028
Aisha Aoumaich – UCLA School of Law, LLM 2026
Samantha Nevius – Anderson School of Management, MBA 2028
Nicole Choi – Anderson School of Management, MBA 2028

ONE&OH Beauty is creating a new category for active, luxury beauty, combining performance-driven products with an outdoor, athletic lifestyle brand identity. By blending high-performance skincare and cosmetics with a wellness-focused approach, the company aims to meet the growing demand for beauty products designed to support active, on-the-go lifestyles without sacrificing luxury or style.

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VenaSure

Alec Bejanian – UCLA School of Law, JD 2027
Praveen Gangaraju – Anderson School of Management, EMBA 2026
Yirang Jung – UCLA School of Law, JD 2027
Jacob Khorsandi – UCLA School of Law, JD 2027
Kasra Rahmati – David Geffen School of Medicine, MD 2026
Lauren Rubino – UCLA School of Law, JD 2027

VenaSure is a patented medical device startup focused on improving blood draw accuracy and patient outcomes, VenaSure was developed by a multidisciplinary UCLA team spanning medicine, law, and business. Inspired by firsthand clinical experience, the venture addresses common and preventable errors in blood collection that can lead to patient harm and increased healthcare costs. By combining clinical insight with strategic business planning and legal expertise, VenaSure has created a clinically validated solution designed to enhance efficiency, reduce complications, and improve the overall standard of care in healthcare settings.

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LIQD

Julieun Kawasaki – Anderson School of Management, EMBA 2026
Becky Wai – Anderson School of Management, EMBA 2026
Britney Shirian – UCLA School of Law, JD 2027
Erika Kirkwood – Anderson School of Management, EMBA 2026
Jake Cash – Anderson School of Management, EMBA 2026
Farnood Rezaie – Anderson School of Management, EMBA 2026

LIQD brings together expertise across healthcare, business, and law to expand access to dental care, particularly for underserved communities. The team combines deep experience in healthcare commercialization, strategic growth, and operations with strong legal and regulatory insight to develop a solution that is both innovative and practical. By leveraging a multidisciplinary approach, LIQD is able to navigate complex challenges in access, affordability, and implementation, positioning the venture to scale effectively while driving meaningful impact in improving oral health outcomes.

OpalAI

Ryan Alimo – Anderson School of Management, FEMBA 2026
Ateken Abla – Anderson School of Management, MBA 2027
Jose Bisbe-Ochoa – UCLA School of Law, JD 2026

OpalAI develops advanced AI systems for environmental and infrastructure intelligence, delivering real-time, data-driven insights to improve wildfire response, disaster preparedness, and urban resilience. By integrating multimodal data sources, its platform enables governments, agencies, and organizations to better understand and respond to rapidly changing environmental conditions. Validated by organizations such as NASA and the U.S. Department of Transportation, OpalAI is at the forefront of AI-driven solutions that enhance infrastructure management and support safer, more adaptive cities.