Project Updates with Mary Furlong, Benjamin Surmi, Mandy Solomon, Michael Phillips, Daan van der Werf and Liz Miller
Daan introduced his non-invasive sleep sweat monitoring system, Q Strip, which measures nocturnal perspiration. He is designing a product for other researchers to be able to take advantage of this technology.
Benjamin discussed initiatives at Koelsch Innovation Lab, including virtual reality for seniors and a communication platform for senior living communities.
Mandy presented Mentia’s virtual environment for dementia patients to improve daily living skills.
Mary Furlong highlighted Get Set Up’s accelerator program and the importance of government funding for aging innovations.
The session concluded with Liz Miller sharing her book about her father’s journey that they wrote together called “You Can’t Do That! The Story of an Amish Deacon’s Son Who Left the Fold and Became a Doctor.”
Recorded on July 14, 2022, this episode is part of our Project Updates Series. Speakers are listed in their order of appearance.
Daan van der Werf, Inventor and CTO, Q-strip
Benjamin Surmi, Social Gerontologist; Director of Education and Culture, and Innovation Lab, Koelsch Communities
Michael Phillips, Director Strategic Partnerships, AARP
Mandy Salomon PhD, Co-Founder and Chief Scientist, Mentia Health
Mary Furlong, CEO and Founder, Mary Furlong & Associates
Liz Miller, Director Communications and Marketing, GetSetUp; Author, You Can’t Do That
Debbie Howard’s summary of this show.
Resources:
Mary Furlong GetSetUp Accelerator Program Podcast
Benjamin Surmi mentioned CareSpace and Linda pointed out that David Richards was on our 7-7-22 Rethinking Aging Club episode.
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