The Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) competition, developed by The University of Queensland (UQ), Australia, in 2008, (see https://threeminutethesis.uq.edu.au/) “cultivates students’ academic, presentation, and research communication skills. The competition supports their capacity to effectively explain their research in three minutes, in a language appropriate to a non-specialist audience.” In three minutes or less, using only one static slide, and no other props, contestants deliver their presentation to a panel of non-specialist judges. These judges rank the contestants, based on how engaging, accessible, and compelling they made their presentation. A candidate who goes overtime is disqualified.

SmartTab's Chief Marketing Officer, Sacha Francois Heppell had the privilege to judge the competition. Awards were given to the presenters who delivered the most engaging, accessible, and compelling presentation.

With a passion for creativity and enthusiasm for innovation, Robert Niichel is the Founder and CEO of SmartTab, an advanced drug delivery technology startup. Initially, Robert pursued a bachelor's degree in finance and economics from Iowa State. After graduation, he worked in investment banking for five years.

It's been another great year for digital health innovation. Join us as we recap our progress at SmartTab of our novel drug delivery systems and all of the extraordinary conversations we've had on the show throughout 2021. Breakthrough into 2022 with a brand new perspective as we prepare for tremendous growth.