Which 10 Bangladeshi Innovations Head to Commercialisation

The three-day Bangladesh Innovation Fair 2026 has concluded with a strong focus on taking science-, technology- and engineering-based research beyond laboratories and turning prototypes into commercial products and services.

At the closing ceremony on Monday, September 14, the top 10 projects selected from 50 shortlisted domestic innovations received Tk1 lakh each in financial incentives aimed at supporting their commercialisation.

The closing event was held at the Novo Theatre in Bijoy Sarani, Dhaka, following around 20 technical sessions, seminars and exhibitions.

Prime Minister’s Adviser on Finance and Planning Dr Rashed Al Mahmud Titumir handed over the awards and cheques to the winners. Science and Technology Ministry Secretary Md Anwar Hossain chaired the ceremony.

10 Innovations Selected for Commercialisation
The winning projects focus on practical challenges across healthcare, disability support, disaster response, cybersecurity, textiles, electronics, satellite communications, environmental management and industrial safety.

1. Homepital Nexus
A remote biometric and telemedicine device network designed to bring elements of hospital management and healthcare monitoring into homes.

2. Smart Wheelchair
An IoT-based mobility system designed to assist people with physical disabilities and neurological conditions through brain signals and eye gestures.

3. Team Firefly
An infrared robot equipped with heat and gas sensors for automated navigation and information gathering during firefighting and rescue operations.

4. Voice Assist Device
An offline-capable AI-powered language translation gadget designed to make everyday activities easier for people with visual and speech disabilities.

5. BD Cyber Help
An integrated automated portal designed to detect and respond to cyberattacks and online harassment, particularly at the grassroots level.

6. Water Repellent Jute Fabric
A sustainable jute textile featuring a water-resistant nano-coating, combining environmentally friendly materials with advanced textile technology.

7. PCB from Natural Fibre
An environmentally friendly printed circuit board made from jute and plant-based biocomposites, aimed at reducing electronic waste and plastic pollution.

8. Antenna for Nanosat
A high-frequency signal receiver designed to enable faster and more reliable data exchange with small nanosatellites.

9. Liquid Tree
A microalgae-based photobioreactor technology designed to reduce carbon emissions and accelerate oxygen production in space-constrained urban environments.

10. Self Contactor
A high-capacity smart switch designed to protect industrial electrical circuits and automatically disconnect power during short circuits.

Universities Lead Institutional Innovation
The fair evaluated innovation in two major categories—industry and education.

Among institutional research and education displays, Gazipur Agricultural University was recognised as the top-performing university. It was followed by Jashore University of Science and Technology (JUST), Bangladesh University of Business and Technology (BUBT), Khulna University and American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB).

More than 100 innovation displays from 73 universities participated in the programme, with the best 50 projects receiving recognition cheques of Tk10,000 each.

Gazipur Agricultural University showcased climate-resilient smart agritech and automated pest-control solutions. JUST presented biomedical diagnostic kits and cleantech processes, while BUBT demonstrated AI-driven traffic and industrial automation systems.

Khulna University showcased a mangrove ecosystem monitoring sensor, while AIUB presented robotic and embedded IoT architectures.

Turning Research into Business
The fair’s central objective was to establish a pathway from research and prototypes to market-ready products.

The Tk1 lakh incentive for each of the top 10 projects is intended to support prototype development, productisation and preparation for market entry.

Officials from the relevant departments said government policy support would continue to help the innovations secure patent protection and access domestic and international markets.

The Bangladesh Innovation Fair therefore went beyond showcasing prototypes. Its larger significance lies in creating a potential bridge between university laboratories, engineering research, industry demand and commercial markets—a crucial step in building a stronger domestic innovation ecosystem.
//DBTech/Ashiqur Rahman/NAP/IH//