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RUnUP Conference, Gateshead 9 th February 2009. A Case Study Applied Neurodiagnostics Ltd and Northumbria University Dr Keith Morris, General Manager. Northumbria University. Schools of Design, Engineering and Health Studies InSTEP Project CfDR: Track record in working with Industry
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RUnUP Conference, Gateshead 9th February 2009 A Case Study Applied Neurodiagnostics Ltd and Northumbria University Dr Keith Morris, General Manager
Northumbria University • Schools of Design, Engineering and Health Studies • InSTEP Project • CfDR: Track record in working with Industry • Managed European Grant Funded projects before
The Public Sector • One NorthEast- Strategy for Success • Centres of Excellence- CELS • Seeking to link knowledge base and Industry needs to stimulate economic growth • Money available for projects - CELS- InSTeP
Applied Neurodiagnostics Ltd • Founded 2004 • Received grants in 2005-6 • First Investment funding 2007 • Two products to develop- • Alzheimer’s diagnostic • Glaucoma screener
Platform Diagnostic Technology • Pupillometry • Indication of Neurological Function • Rapid Non-invasive Measurement • Pupil Reflex • Response of the pupil dilation to specific stimuli • Measurable and Quantifiable response
The CELS-InSTeP Project • Grant funded assistance to healthcare companies • Access to University knowledge & expertise • Design • Development • User requirements
What did we get? • Industrial and mechanical design • User Interface design • Component sourcing • Project management (including suppliers) • Drawings & Specifications • Documentation for regulatory file
Concept Designs Project Management CAD renditions
CAD renditions Working Prototypes Detailed drawings and specifications
PupilmetrixPLR60 • First and only diagnostic device available today capable of providing an objective indication of Glaucoma • Fast • 60 seconds per eye • Reliable • high patient compliance • Easy to Use • Minimal operator skills
Main Benefits of the Partnership • Optimal use of cash resources • Linkages to supplier network • Access to diverse relevant knowledge • Continuity of support