The Digital Innovation Foundry is pleased to announce that LB Vision is the recipient of the Spring 2025 Digital Innovation Award!
LB Vision, founded by Makayla Waleed, is dedicated to restoring independence for the visually impaired through innovative adaptive eyewear technology. Their mission is to empower individuals with visual impairments by providing the first wearable eyewear that enables safe driving for those with 30% or more vision. This groundbreaking device integrates advanced technologies into a single adaptive solution, enhancing the quality of life and mobility for its users.
LB Vision was selected to receive $2,500 and support from DIF to further develop and commercialize its platform.
The Digital Innovation Award is open to all Temple University students, alumni, faculty, and staff. The award is presented by DIF in partnership with Temple University’s Innovation and Entrepreneurship Institute (IEI) Be Your Own Boss Bowl. Awards are based on the following criteria:
- Digital – does the idea apply technology in an interesting and/or novel manner?
- Problem – does the idea solve a real business or societal problem?
- Practical – is the idea practically doable given current technology, context, and resources?
