26. How to Design Technology with Impact (Mikesh Udani)

Behind technologies that effectively solve real problems, there is a methodical design process. From identifying and defining a problem to creating a solution, the process is critical for good design. To discuss the process involved in developing effective technologies, I am joined by the founder of a successful medical technology start-up that is having significant impact on people with chronic respiratory conditions. Mikesh Udani is Co-founder and CEO of Albus Health, a medical technology spinout company from the University of Oxford that develops intelligent remote monitoring systems. Their first product is an award-winning device that remotely monitors respiratory symptoms without anyone having to do or wear anything.Within three years of starting, they have won several innovation awards, including the AI in Health and Care award by the UK government which was announced by the Secretary of the State for Health and Care. They also raised nearly £3 million in funding and commercialised their first product through a contract to supply one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies. Mikesh, who studied mathematics and computer science, started his career in finance at Deutsche Bank. Prior to starting Albus Health, he completed a masters of computer science degree at Oxford University and was an Oxford Biodesign Fellow. Albus Health: https://www.albushealth.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlbusHealth