Glasgow Caledonian University is making significant strides in entrepreneurship, with successful participation in programmes aimed at nurturing the development and commercialisation of groundbreaking technologies. Under the leadership of Professor Hadi Larijani, Director of the University’s SMART Technology Research Centre, and the dedicated efforts of the Research Innovation Office, the University recently applied to the Scottish Enterprise High Growth Spin Out Programme. This initiative is designed to translate research breakthroughs into commercial ventures, with a particular emphasis on Professor Larijani’s pioneering epilepsy EEG headset technology.
The programme encompasses various stages, including opportunity qualification, company creation, and the pursuit of financial backing from Scottish Enterprise. The project aims to create a wearable device that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to monitor patients for epileptic seizures. By analysing historical data, Professor Larijani’s team has trained AI software to identify potential seizures. The headset would enable simultaneous monitoring of multiple patients, improving both the accuracy and efficiency of diagnosis. If successful, this innovation could significantly enhance patient care in Scotland and beyond.
