Renovo Concepts Founders Honored with Induction into the National Inventors Hall of Fame
San Antonio, Texas
May 7, 2026
Renovo Concepts, Inc., a leader in innovative medical technology solutions, proudly announces that its founders, Louis Argenta, M.D., and Michael Morykwas, Ph.D., have been inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame. This distinguished recognition celebrates the groundbreaking contributions from Drs. Argenta and Morykwas to the field of medical technology and their relentless dedication to improving traumatic injury care.
The National Inventors Hall of Fame is renowned for acknowledging individuals whose innovations have significantly impacted society, and the revolutionary work of Drs. Argenta and Morykwas in medical technology is a testament to this tradition. Their development of the Vacuum Assisted Closure® (V.A.C.®) system transformed the landscape of wound care. The V.A.C.® device utilizes controlled suction to remove excess fluid, facilitate wound closure, promote healing, and stimulate new tissue growth. V.A.C.® therapy has proven to be one of the most significant advancements in wound care over the past 50 years, addressing a diverse array of challenging-to-heal wounds. Particularly noteworthy is its application in military medicine. Nearly all U.S. military personnel with traumatic extremity wounds in Afghanistan and Iraq returned home with the V.A.C.® in place. Over 20 million patients globally, including those within the military, have undergone treatments with the V.A.C.® This innovation is the standard of care to treat complex wounds, improving outcomes for millions of patients worldwide.
The induction of Drs. Argenta and Morykwas into the National Inventors Hall of Fame underscores their visionary leadership and the profound societal impact of their work. Their legacy not only embodies the spirit of innovation but also exemplifies the potential of medical technology to transform lives. As Renovo Concepts continues to pioneer advancements in healthcare solutions, the company's commitment to excellence and innovation remains steadfast, inspired by the groundbreaking achievements of its founders.
The induction ceremony took place at the National Inventors Hall of Fame Museum in Alexandria, VA. For additional information on this prestigious induction, visit https://www.invent.org/inductees.
About Renovo Concepts, Inc.
Formed in 2017 after years of research at Wake Forest University, Renovo Concepts, Inc. developed and manufactures a novel MTR® platform technology to actively remove excess fluids in damaged tissues of the brain, heart and spine to help mitigate the risk of secondary tissue/organ injury. Utilizing controlled application of sub-atmospheric (negative) pressure in the treatment of injuries, MTR® offers a new therapeutic modality in a field that has seen little innovation in treatment protocols over many years. Information on Renovo Concepts and its pioneering technology, can be found at www.renovoconcepts.com.
