Simplysis(TM) developed a new design for an adaptable, user-friendly and cost-effective hemodialysis machine for use in developing countries based on locally available resources for sustainable design. The design focuses on minimizing cost to create a compact and portable machine weighing under 25 lbs. This project focuses on sub-Saharan Africa, with aspects of the final design having potential to reduce health care inequalities around the world.
Team Members:
Hannah Yorke Gambhir (CEO/ Founder),
Neeha Rahman (CTO),
Roshan Roy (CFO),
Melina Tahami (VP-Engineering),
Ellen van Wijngaarden (VP-Health),
Ria Shah (VP-Finance),
Marina Freire-Gormaly, PhD (Advisor)
