Novel microsensing platform for remote patient monitoring

The FORESEE project aims to advance implantable microstimulators for remote monitoring of chronic heart failure, enhancing patient care and market access for 10.5 million potential users.

Subsidie
€ 2.499.051
2023

Projectdetails

Introduction

We have developed and in-human validated a new generation of implantable microstimulators for neuroprosthetics, accomplishing very thin (< 1 mm) and flexible devices with an unprecedented level of miniaturization as they lack batteries and bulky components.

Technology Overview

Our microstimulators are powered by an external system using an innovative wireless power transfer method that uses the human body as an electrical conductor of innocuous high frequency currents.

Application in Biomedical Sensing

While developing the microstimulators, we realized that this technology could also be used to create minimally invasive implants capable of sensing relevant biomedical parameters for remote patient monitoring (RPM).

Potential Impact on RPM

Our technology has the potential to revolutionize RPM, as it allows for the combination of different sensing capabilities in a single device and the creation of a network of implants for multi-site sensing.

Focus on Chronic Heart Failure

After analyzing several opportunities, we decided to focus the applicability of our sensing platform on chronic heart failure (HF) monitoring.

Understanding Chronic Heart Failure

Chronic HF is a long-term, persistent condition in which the heart is not able to efficiently pump blood to the body, causing symptoms such as limited physical activity and swelling.

Consequences of Chronic HF

With time, the patient decompensates, leading to repeated costly hospitalizations with an annual cost of care of US$30,000 per patient in the US, and a 5-year mortality rate of 50%.

Emerging Clinical Reality

RPM using implanted sensors is an emerging clinical reality for HF patients, as it optimizes medical management and treatment, improving their quality of life and outcomes.

Project Objective

The objective of FORESEE is to bring the implantable microsensing platform for RPM of HF patients from TRL3 up to completion of TRL5, and to develop a successful business strategy to ensure its future market access.

Target Patient Population

This initiative aims to benefit almost 10.5 million HF patients in the EU and US who are candidates for RPM.

Conclusion

The technological and business activities developed by our team, with strong scientific and business expertise, will ensure tech-to-market transition.

Financiële details & Tijdlijn

Financiële details

Subsidiebedrag€ 2.499.051
Totale projectbegroting€ 2.499.051

Tijdlijn

Startdatum1-12-2023
Einddatum30-11-2026
Subsidiejaar2023

Partners & Locaties

Projectpartners

  • UNIVERSIDAD POMPEU FABRApenvoerder

Land(en)

Spain

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