PHILADELPHIA, PA — A new wave of aspiring medical visionaries is being called to the forefront as the Dr. Zachary Solomon Medical Tech Grant opens applications for its 2026 cycle. The national initiative invites undergraduate students across the United States to compete for a grant designed to fast-track bold ideas at the intersection of medicine and technology.
Founded by cardiothoracic surgeon and medical innovator Dr. Zachary Solomon, the grant aims to nurture future leaders capable of reshaping patient care through creativity, research and technological ingenuity. The program seeks students pursuing careers in medicine, biomedical engineering, health technology and other aligned fields.
Applicants must respond to an essay prompt identifying a pressing problem in modern healthcare and proposing a technology-driven solution. The format reflects Dr. Solomon’s belief that innovation begins with imagination and a clear understanding of patient needs.
“Encouraging critical thinking among future healthcare leaders is fundamental to advancing medicine,” Dr. Solomon said. “This grant gives students the space to develop ideas that could transform the patient experience.”
Dr. Solomon’s own career blends high-level surgical practice with research on hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and the development of medical devices. His grant program mirrors his long-standing commitment to fostering breakthroughs that merge engineering with clinical insight.
Eligible applicants must be enrolled in a U.S. undergraduate program, show a demonstrated interest in the fusion of medicine and technology, and submit an original essay responding to the official prompt. Applications are due March 15, 2026, with a winner to be announced April 15, 2026.
The grant award will support academic advancement for the selected student, helping cultivate the next generation of innovators positioned to redefine how healthcare is delivered.
Additional information is available at drzacharysolomongrant.com or by email at apply@drzacharysolomongrant.com.
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