Prof. Alain Nogaret

I investigate the Physics of nonlinear semiconductor devices, neurons and central pattern generators by probing their dynamical properties in the lab.  I train them to adapt to external stimuli through machine learning and data assimilation to infer network parameters from time series observations. In this EIC transition project, I lead a multidisciplinary team of scientists, cardiologists, bioengineers, business and compliance experts that will deliver an adaptive neuronal cardiac resynchronization pacemaker.

Prof. Mariann Gyöngyösi

I am a Professor of internal medicine and cardiology at the Medical University of Vienna and lead the Translational Experimental Cardiology Laboratory. I have outstanding experience in conducting trials for translational research and leading several experimental studies of medical device implants. I have conceived the trial protocols of CResPulse and oversee the pacemaker trials and data acquisition while developing strong synergies between all partners and planning follow on clinical trials.

Dr. Martin Pešl

Martin Pešl is a cardiologist consultant, researcher, and Assistant Professor of molecular biology and genetics at St. Ann’s University Hospital Brno, and Masaryk University.

Martin specializes in clinical aspects of arrhythmias, but also cardiomyocyte physiology, and its genetic background. Our team will develop the impedance biosensors for improved breath monitoring and draft first clinical trial protocols.

Dr. Khaoula Ait Belaid

Dr. Khaoula AIT BELAID is a research associate in bioelectronics with over ten years’ experience in electrical engineering, microelectronics, nanoelectronics, embedded systems and telecommunications. Her expertise covers integrated circuits design, CMOS technologies, electromagnetic compatibility of embedded systems and the development of advanced electronic systems, including bioelectronics. 

Dr. Kate Charles

Kate is Head of Research Development and Project Management at the University of Bath. Kate and her team are providing coordination to the consortium and professional project management support.

Dr. James Hamilton

James is a Technology Transfer manager at the University of Bath. James will assist the consortium with business development including IP protection, licencing contracts, incubator, investor and partner links.

Dr. Kevin Hamzaraj

I am a medical doctor in training specializing in cardiology at the Medical University of Vienna. I have a broad experience on clinical research in interventional cardiology and translational research with large animal models, including acute myocardial infarction, left ventricular hypertrophy and testing coronary scaffolds and devices. I have pursued my PhD Studies at the Medical University of Vienna. Additionally, I am a member of the Heart Failure Association of the European Society of Cardiology and a Nucleus Member of the working group of the Cardiologists of Tomorrow (Austrian Society of Cardiology). I am skilled at non-invasive clinical cardiac diagnostics, with a national certification for Echocardiography, and invasive and non-invasive translational cardiac diagnostics such as MRI and pressure-volume analysis.

Dr. Pavel Leinveber

Pavel Leinveber, Ph.D., is an experienced biomedical engineer focusing on diagnostic and therapeutic technologies and methodologies in cardiac electrophysiology. He is the head of the Center of Biomedical Engineering, International Clinical Research Center at St. Anne’s University Hospital Brno, Czech Republic. The group focuses on the advanced acquisition of biological signals and analyses mainly in cardiology and neurology.

Dr. Devaka Manoj

As an Electronics Engineer, I focus on advanced product development, wireless sensor research, and management of critical infrastructure communication systems. In this project, I do product development governed by relevant standards of a class III medical device to achieve required conformity.

Dr. Ladislav Souskup

Dr. Ivo Viscor

Dr. Philip Wijesinghe

I explore how advanced computational methods—such as deep learning and neuromorphic computing—can accelerate innovation in medtech and biosciences. At CResPulse, I support computational and software development for the neuronal pacemaker. With a passion for translating emerging technologies into impactful solutions, I’ve contributed to several commercial ventures, including intraoperative cancer assessment and computational deep tissue imaging.