Odisha Innovator Wins James Dyson Award 2024

In September, 2024, Komal Panda, an innovator from Odisha, won the James Dyson Award 2024 for India with her creation, Novocarry, a portable cooling carrier that helps maintain the ideal temperature for insulin and other liquid medications during travel.

Komal Panda’s innovation, Novocarry, is designed to address the challenge of storing and transporting temperature-sensitive medications like insulin, especially in areas with unreliable electricity.
Novocarry utilizes advanced cooling technology to preserve insulin potency even over long distances, ensuring the safety of life-saving medications for diabetic patients.
The portable device also features a powerful battery that serves a dual purpose, allowing users to charge other devices, making it a versatile and practical solution for remote and rural areas.
Komal’s inspiration for Novocarry came from personal experience, as her father faced difficulties in storing insulin due to the lack of refrigeration at his workplace.
According to the World Health Organization, 20% of temperature-sensitive healthcare products are damaged during transportation due to inadequate cold chain infrastructure, a problem that Novocarry aims to solve.
Novocarry’s compact and efficient design provides a solution for individuals managing chronic conditions like diabetes, giving them confidence in the stability of their medication.