Frank Zanow: Non-invasive brain research technology, robotic neurostimulation, and neonatal monitoring products
Frank Zanow describes his journey from a PhD in applied physics to leading Neuromotion BV, a holding company for EEG and medical imaging firms. He discusses the development of non-invasive technologies including neonatal monitoring systems, robotic transcranial magnetic stimulation, and brain-computer interfaces. The episode also explores the application of EEG in diverse environments, from space missions to studies in the Amazon.
Frank Zanow was a guest. Charles Cormier hosted. This is not a client result. The quotes and answers below are from the episode.
What they said
“I was proud of the skills I had, but I was very much aware of those skills that I don't have.”
“Neo is a product for critical care monitoring of prematurely born babies. So, we are brave people. We bring a product into the market for neonatal intensive care units”
“We have an engineering team here in Berlin of 50 60 people. And we rely on a vast network of suppliers. and partners”
“We here at ANT and NeuroMotions have decided to stay non-invasive and get the best out of that. And looking at the progress made in machine learning based on non-invasive EEG data, we are quite confident”
From the episode
What is the Neo product used for?
Neo is designed for critical care monitoring of babies born prematurely. It is used 24/7 in neonatal intensive care units.
Why does Frank prefer non-invasive technology over invasive methods?
He believes that non-invasive EEG data, combined with machine learning progress, is an effective path that avoids the cost of invading the body.
What is the purpose of the robotic TMS project?
The project uses a robotic arm to automatically place a magnetic stimulation coil over a patient's head with high precision.
What did Frank's team study in the Amazon?
They supported a study on the use of ayahuasca in traditional ceremonies to understand the role of set and setting on brain activity.
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