Iris Quasar Grunwald
Developing flow sensor technology for medical, agricultural, aquatic and domestic needs
Project
Nvention Ltd.
Location
London
Theme
Electronics sensors & photonics
Developing flow sensor technology for medical, agricultural, aquatic and domestic needs
Iris Quasar Grunwald is an interventional neuroradiologist conducting procedures in the brain. As the co-founder of Brainomix she helped develop the first AI solution for image interpretation in acute stroke. Other innovations include her work on the world’s first Hybrid-Mobile Stroke Unit, an ambulance carrying a CT scanner that allows diagnosis and treatment at the site of emergency.
Now she has co-founded Nvention Ltd. and is working to introduce new flow sensor technology – an electronic device measuring or regulating the flow of liquids and gases inside tubes and pipes. Their design has potential for application in a huge range of areas, including domestic, medical, agricultural and aquatic.
Iris also holds a US pilot’s licence and competes in aerobatics. Both her profession and flying hobby are both highly male-dominated. “From all these endeavours, I have learned to pay close attention to details, as small mistakes can make a big impact.”
She sees the Innovate UK Women in Innovation award as a great way of furthering Nvention’s goals. “As a woman entrepreneur without sufficient financial backing I believe I cannot make it completely on my own. I am hoping to learn about technological or financial aspects from experts that have an open mind towards innovation and ideas.”