Petra Apell, Texray

Winner of Arvid Carlsson Award by Sahlgrenska Science Park 2023

Motivation:

An outstanding innovation protecting medical practitioners from harmful radiation while saving the lives of others.

For medical practitioners, X-ray guided interventions means exposure to radiation in the operating room.

The winner of the Arvid Carlsson Award 2023 has developed a first-of-its-kind radiation protection textile, addressing the need of a comfortable, lightweight, and safe equipment, protecting the user from harmful radiation while saving the lives of others. 

At the forefront of Texray's successful expansion into the global market, we find an inspirational entrepreneur with a relentless drive and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth, research, and development.