View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260811090450/en/Coalesenz won first prize for their hand-held, point-of-care coagulation analyzer at the SPIE Startup Challenge at Photonics West in January 2026. Cash prizes of $10,000, $5,000, and $2,500 are provided by Startup Challenge Founding Partner Jenoptik. "Winning first place at the SPIE Startup Challenge and becoming the inaugural recipient of the SPIE Jay Kumler Innovation Award was a defining moment for our team at Coalesenz. New businesses and potential startups with optics or photonics technology can learn more about the 2027 Startup Challenge, including tips and training from leading experts, by visiting SPIE Startup Challenge. View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260811090450/en/Contacts:Lindsey McGuirkPublic Relations Managerlindseym@spie.org+1 360 685 5443LI: @SPIE, the international society for optics and photonics