MQ Incubator Startup Pitch Final 2025

The best way to understand what innovation is growing here at the Macquarie University Incubator is to step inside!

Join us at the Macquarie University Incubator's 2025 Pitch Final where you will hear from our inspiring startup finalists.

Date: 13th November, 2025

Time: 4pm - 6:30pm, Networking / Food + Drinks / Good Vibes

Address: 8 Hadenfeld Avenue, Macquarie University, Macquarie Park

2025 has seen the Macquarie Incubator continue to expand and grow our support of Australian Startups and Scaleups. Now is the time of the year where we get hear from 10 of our startup founders pitch their ideas from our 150+ strong community of activity startup and scaleup company members.

Our annual pitch final provides an opportunity for investors, aspiring entrepreneurs, local community and industry to learn more about our amazing startups and to hear from our panel of experts during Q&A. 

Startups are pitching for a chance to amplify their message and showcase their businesses to potential partners, investors, and customers (+ prizes and bragging rights, of course).

Meet the Finalists

Akili Sono

Pitching: Eraga Magotti

The AI wave has revolutionized many industries, including medicine, but traditional and point of care ultrasound (POCUS) have lagged behind in AI adoption. Sonographers and sonologists face significant challenges with time-consuming reporting and quality control of imaging, which can take up to 50% of their time and lead to subpar scans due to human error and varying patient body metrics. To address these issues, an AI co-pilot is being developed to read ultrasound images in real-time, generate detailed referral-ready reports, and assist in producing high-quality scans. This AI system aims to save clinicians hours of time, improve reporting accuracy, and enhance patient outcomes. The initial focus will be on Obstetrics and Gynaecology ultrasound, with plans to expand to other specialties over time.

ASK SCIENTIA

Pitching: Athiya Azeem

At ASK SCIENTIA Pty Ltd, we develop new technologies that push the boundaries of what is possible in  characterisation of inhaler, pharmaceutical, and aerosol products. We offer state of the art optical and advanced diagnostic services to enable a real-time, high resolution characterisation and understanding of your system. Our aim is to empower your team to make informed decisions early, and to de-risk your product by providing you with the detailed insight you need. Our company's expertise spans a broad range however a core strength is focused around orally inhaled and nasal drug products (OINDPs), where our goal is to work with you to get you to clinical trials with greater confidence and success.

bluefriend

Pitching: Ben Jepsen

People tend to forget their coping strategies and self care activities when they’re down in the dumps, tired or just burnt out. bluefriend offers engaging and practical wellbeing workshops and products. A common denominator in all of bluefriend’s products is the aesthetic and practical coping cards. Each is designed thoughtfully by a registered organisational psychologist and is based on good psychological evidence.

Carebotics

Pitching: Aloysius Chong

Carebotics is building emotionally intelligent AI companions for aged care so our loved ones' well-being is taken care of

Defectech

Pitching: Meher Bahl

Defectech is an enabled building services provider that leverages AI and advanced imaging to simplify the detection, classification, and analysis of structural defects. Our goal is to support proactive maintenance, enhance asset longevity, and reduce repair costs by empowering users to identify and address structural issues efficiently.

Easy Split

Pitching: Adam Choker

Manual pill cutting is a slow, error-prone task that costs pharmacies valuable staff time and risks patient safety through inconsistent dosages and contamination, especially when preparing Webster packs. Yet most pharmacies still rely on devices that haven’t changed since the 1960s.  EasySplit offers a better way. Our semi-automatic pill cutter improves speed, accuracy, and hygiene, while saving pharmacy owners thousands each year in labor costs. The concept has been validated by over 15 pharmacists, with early support from industry leaders who are keen to get involved and invest.

MusoLingo

Pitching: Nicole Salisbury

MusoLingo is addressing the online language learning market by offering a method to learn languages by singing to popular music with AI and Neural Newwork driven voice analysis and real time feedback.

NanoDx

Pitching: Dr. Ana Tukova

NanoDx is pioneering a rapid blood test for early cancer detection and treatment guidance. Led by Dr Ana Tukova, a biomolecular scientist specialising in nanosensor technology, NanoDx uses Raman-based nano-labelling to isolate and analyse circulating tumour cells within an hour, at just $13 per test. This non-invasive approach replaces traditional tissue biopsies, giving clinicians immediate, personalised insights into cancer type and therapeutic targets. NanoDx is advancing nanosensor technology, aiming to transform cancer diagnostics and expand this platform to a wide range of diseases that are hard to diagnose in early stages.

TerraSeek

Pitching: Matthew Holden

TerraSeek delivers the marketing intelligence for Australia’s solar industry; fuelled by our proprietary AI. We analyse satellite imagery and property data for over 14 million residences to pinpoint where solar and battery systems can be installed. Our platform helps solar companies cut prospecting time, increase conversions, and accelerate Australia’s renewable transition.

Trilbii

Pitching: Carolyn Dean

Trilbii - Where dental know-how meets smart AI.  Trillbi is an all-in-one AI platform created by dental professionals, for dental practices. With over 100 tools across marketing, operations, and HR, it helps you simplify the day-to-day, grow your practice, and get your time back. No tech expertise needed.  Designed to free up time, reduce admin, and help practice teams focus on what matters most, caring for their patients and growing their businesses.

We look forward to welcoming you to the beautiful Wallumattagal Campus, here in Macquarie Park - Sydney's garden city and Australia's original innovation district.

Questions? Please reach-out to the Incubator team on incubator@mq.edu.au.

We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the Macquarie University Land, the Wattamattagal clan of the Darug nation, whose cultures and customs have nurtured and continue to nurture this land since the Dreamtime. We pay respect to Elders past, and present.