AssuranceET: a novel endotracheal tube sealing mechanism to protect pediatric patients from airway trauma and collapse while empowering clinician decision-making.

SBIR Phase Phase I award: "AssuranceET: a novel endotracheal tube sealing mechanism to protect pediatric patients from airway trauma and collapse while empowering clinician decision-making." awarded to RESPAIR, INC in PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania. Funded by Department of Health and Human Services (National Institutes of Health). Award amount: $305,218. The SBIR/STTR programs fund innovative research and development by small businesses, with Phase I for feasibility studies and Phase II for full R&D.