FSU startup competition awards $85,000 across three prizes
FSU reports that five affiliated startups competed in its fourth Discovery Challenge, with $85,000 awarded through first-place, second-place and audience-choice prizes.
What the record says
The university’s October 22 account says the pitch competition took place Wednesday at its Herbert Wertheim College of Business during Discovery Days. Anosh Gomes of Cryton Biosciences received $50,000 for first place. Kimberley Christopher of Radical Solutions received $25,000 for second place, and Zachary Asarnow of Esperance Biotech received the $10,000 audience-choice award. Presentations covered technologies including disease research, chemical treatment, food testing and sports-court management.
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Practical next step
Read the university’s account for the presenters and prize details.
Limits and what is not established
Five companies competed; the article identifies three cash-prize winners. Competition awards do not establish medical approval, clinical effectiveness or commercial success.
Sources checked October 23, 2026. Later notices may change instructions or arrangements.
Original sources
Florida State University: original information