Negin Ashouri is on a mission to elevate women's quality of life, one medical device at a time. Even the challenges of a global pandemic haven't stopped the up-and-coming entrepreneur from advancing a first-of-its-kind technology that is enabling her to do just that. Ashouri's made-to-measure, biodegradable and disposable intravaginal prosthetic for women suffering from pelvic organ prolapse has earned her a prestigious award from Mitacs. Ashouri was presented the Mitacs Change Agent Entrepreneur Award at a virtual awards ceremony on June 10. She was one of five Mitacs Entrepreneur Award winners recognized for their efforts to turn their research into an innovative business that impacts the lives of Canadians.