Iris Quasar Grunwald
Developing flow sensor technology for medical, agricultural, aquatic and domestic needs
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.”