Fernando is the founder and CEO ofOxiWear, a vital-monitoring and emergency-alert accessory worn on the ear.

“Just like I was able to surpass the two year lifeline that was given to me.”

She also needs to stay close to Johns Hopkins.

Shavini Fernando with her arm resting on a bookshelf

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Its frustrating sometimes, but Im known for my perseverance in my work and life.

Fernando said running a hardware startup poses a bigger challenge than your typical tech startup.

And with the lack of funding support, shes doing this all while being bootstrapped.

Person wearing an OxiWear wearable

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Without much funding support, shes relying on pre-revenue funding to complete the product.

Despite the challenges, Fernando is confident that OxiWear will change health outcomes for years to come.

Shavini Fernando presenting

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Isometric 3D model of OxiWear stored in a carrying case

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