General Prognostics Inc. (GPx): Digital Biomarker Startup Selected for Drive Accelerator Program

SOUTH CAROLINA – April 7, 2026 – General Prognostics (GPx) develops clinically validated digital biomarkers that transform consumer wearables into continuous biomarker monitoring platforms. Its CardioID software detects early physiologic changes associated with heart failure deterioration. Operating at the intersection of digital health and cardiovascular medicine, GPx plans its first FDA submission in Q2 2026.

Solutions

General Prognostics (GPx) has developed CardioID, a software platform that turns consumer smartwatches into continuous biomarker-monitoring tools for chronic disease management. CardioID analyzes wearable-derived physiologic signals to detect early changes associated with worsening heart failure, enabling clinicians to intervene before symptoms appear or hospitalization occurs. In validation studies across 11 hospitals in the United States, Japan, and India, CardioID demonstrated strong predictive performance for heart failure deterioration (AUC 0.87) and identified worsening approximately two weeks before confirmatory blood testing. GPx is preparing its first software-as-a-medical-device submission to the U.S. FDA in Q2 2026.

Strengths

  • Clinical Validation: CardioID’s digital biomarker algorithms have been validated across 11 hospitals in the United States, Japan, and India, demonstrating strong predictive performance for heart failure decompensation and enabling earlier detection of physiologic deterioration before symptoms appear.
  • Non-Invasive Monitoring: GPx converts widely available consumer smartwatches into medical-grade monitoring tools, enabling continuous biomarker assessment without implants or frequent blood draws and allowing scalable monitoring for large patient populations.
  • Regulatory Pathway: GPx is preparing its first software-as-a-medical-device submission to the U.S. FDA in Q2 2026, positioning the platform for near-term clinical deployment.
  • Pharma Applications: Continuous digital biomarker monitoring can support pharmaceutical development by improving trial recruitment, enabling earlier detection of therapeutic response and generating longitudinal physiologic data.

Meet the Team

From left to right:

Sean Matsuoka | Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer

Sidhant Jena | Founding Advisor

Join now to enjoy expanded member benefits!

Enjoy exclusive member content, special events, savings, networking and more

Paige Durham

SCbio is pleased to welcome Paige Durham to the team as communications coordinator to creatively and effectively communicate the value of the life science association’s programs and initiatives.

Durham will be responsible for developing and distributing high-quality content across multiple communications channels to build, advance and grow South Carolina’s life sciences industry, a key business sector for economic prosperity for the Palmetto State.

“SCbio is excited to welcome Paige to our team as our new communications coordinator. Paige brings fresh ideas and a strong background in communications that will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen our engagement with our audience,” said SCbio President and CEO James Chappell. “We are confident that her skills and experience will be crucial in advancing our communication strategies and supporting our mission.”

Before joining SCbio, Durham was the Membership and Communications Manager at the South Carolina Pharmacy Association (SCPhA), where she used her photography, design and writing skills to create content tailored to pharmacy professionals. Durham’s effective communication skills guaranteed the delivery of brand-specific material that captured the eye of her audience.

During her time at SCPhA, Durham created and edited the Palmetto Pharmacist Journal, using her creative vision to showcase members, educational institutions and industry news. Her communications efforts successfully gained new followers for the organization over the course of a year, increasing brand visibility and promoting the pharmacy profession.

Durham holds a Bachelor of Science in hospitality and tourism management and a Bachelor of Science in business administration from the College of Charleston.

Tamia Sumpter

Tamia is a driven senior undergraduate Bioengineering student currently enrolled at Clemson University. With a strong foundation in her field, she has honed her skills through hands-on experience in research and development at Eli Lilly & Company. During her time in the ADME department, Tamia contributed significantly by working on siRNAs and their applications in finding In Vitro-In Vivo Correlation (IVIVC). Looking ahead, Tamia has set her sights on a promising career in law. She aspires to specialize in Intellectual Property Law, with a particular focus on serving as in-house counsel for leading medical device or pharmaceutical companies. Her enthusiasm for this role is palpable as she prepares to embark on her legal journey! She is also a proud member of the Omicron Phi chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., PEER Mentor for Clemson PEER/WiSE, and currently serves as the President of Clemson Bioengineering Organization (CBO). With her unique blend of scientific knowledge and legal interests, Tamia is poised to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare and life sciences industries.