H2i Ventures in the News: Deep Breathe, UzimaNexus, Vas MedTech, Re:Pair Genomics, Pathcore & Offline.now

This summer and fall, our H2i ventures have continued to reach major milestones across Canada, Africa, and beyond! From regulatory approvals and accelerator selections to international competitions and pilot programs, these startups are driving progress in healthcare, AI, and digital innovation.

Let’s look at some of the most exciting recent wins from the H2i community:

Deep Breathe Secures FDA Clearance for Groundbreaking AI Lung Ultrasound Diagnostic

Deep Breathe Inc. has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 510(k) clearance for its Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) that autonomously assesses lung health from ultrasound images. (Learn more)

UzimaNexus Joins 2025 Techstars + Cardano Founder Catalyst Cohort

UzimaNexus, a venture tackling Africa’s fragmented healthcare access and data challenges, has been selected for the 2025 Techstars + Cardano Founder Catalyst Cohort. The venture will level-up their businesses through entrepreneurial masterclasses, pitch coaching, mentorship, and collaboration with ambitious, like-minded peers. (Learn more)

Vas MedTech Advances Pilot Programme with $300K UTF Investment

Vas MedTech has secured $300K from the University Technology Fund (UTF) in South Africa and an angel investor to move its FlexiGyn platform from proof to pilot. The investment supports a human-factors pilot and embeds DigiGyn workflow tools. In October, the team kicked off a co-design sprint with The Innovation Hub and Mediclinic Victoria specialists to map workflows, integrate ethics and privacy standards, and plan the mid-2026 pilot. FlexiGyn brings uterine health checks to local clinics, making advanced diagnostics more accessible to women across Africa.

Re:Pair Genomics Reaches EPIC 2025 Finals in Hong Kong

Re:Pair Genomics was selected as one of the top 12 finalists, and top 4 in the Digital Health Tech track, at the Elevator Pitch International Competition (EPIC) 2025 in Hong Kong, out of 1,200 global applications. The team received US$10K in prize money and gained significant exposure on an international stage. (Learn more)

Pathcore Launches PathcoreScholar 2.2 to Improve Pathology Training

Pathcore released PathcoreScholar 2.2, a browser-based diagnostic simulator for pathology training and continuing education. The update adds real-time reporting, smarter grading, and direct tracking of learning outcomes, while improving stability and security. Scholar 2.2 helps trainees practice case-based diagnostics at their own pace and equips instructors with standardized tools for global eLearning programs. (Learn more)

Offline.now Launches Digital Wellness Platform to Build Confidence Around Screen Habits

Offline.now has launched a new platform dedicated to helping people find balance in their digital lives. Backed by behavioral data, the platform shows that confidence, not willpower, is key to lasting change. The platform helps users and families reshape their relationship with technology through practical strategies, a self-assessment quiz, and access to licensed practitioners across North America. (Learn more)

Congratulations to the ventures above! We look forward to seeing the next steps they take and the impact they will bring to the community and beyond.