Our Board of Trustees is comprised by eminent leaders from divers fields who provide strategic guidance and stewardship for the foundation. They share a passion for driving positive change in healthcare and lend their expertise to ensure the successful execution of our mission and goals.
I hold a Medical Doctorate, specializing in Medicine and Surgery, and I have a Master's degree in Tropical Medicine and International Health. My international experience spans over 25 countries, amassing more than 25 years of emergency medicine practice including critical situations, remote areas, and underserved communities. I excel in project management, particularly in establishing and operating emergency units. My passion for professional education and capacity building is evident through my dedication to teaching medical staff. I am skilled in leading diverse teams, and my strong analytical abilities are rooted in extensive medical evaluation experience. In 2011, I was honored with the 'Mateu-Orfila Prize' in Life Science & Biomedicine, reflecting my unwavering dedication to the medical field, marked by excellence and global impact.
I am an entrepreneur and generalist with a 20-year management journey, spanning corporate finance, business consulting and C- level management in diverse industries. My career is characterized by unwavering dedication to enhancing organizational success through strategic insights and transformative methodologies. My academic foundation includes a Master's in Mechanical Engineering (M. Eng.) and an MBA, alongside a doctorate in economy with a doctoral thesis focused on the valuation of digital business models.
With a Ph.D. in medical science and three technical degrees in precision mechanics and electronics, I am passionate about integrating these diverse fields with information technology and physics to develop practical, science-based solutions. My extensive professional journey spans over three decades, encompassing a wide range of responsibilities and environments. These include device design and manufacturing, patient diagnostics and rehabilitation, sports science, and forensic biomechanics.
My fascination with measuring human function, whether from a scientific perspective or hands-on experience, has culminated in a significant contribution: the publication of the "Handbook of Human Motion" by Springer. Beyond my research and contributions to the scientific community, I've dedicated the last two decades to sharing my expertise through teaching. I've had the privilege of teaching in four different languages, engaging with students through international seminars and full university courses.
Throughout my career, I've had the opportunity to work in various countries, which made me a European by feeling at home not only in my native Germany but also in Spain, where I currently reside with my wife and two sons.
The Scientific Committee comprises leading scientist, researchers and healthcare experts who guide our research initiatives and ensure that our projects are at the forefront of scientific advancements. Their insights and expertise play a vitale role in shaping our approach to healthcare innovation.
Dr. Basant Bajpai is a forward-thinking and results-oriented professional with extensive expertise within the medical device, SaMD (Software as a Medical Device), and AI domains. With a Doctorate in Neuroscience specializing in Brain Monitoring from Kaunas University of Technology and a Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering, Dr. Basant Bajpai brings a unique blend of academic rigor and practical industry experience to the table.With over eight years of international work experience, Dr. Basant Bajpai has demonstrated proficiency in leading cross-functional teams and collaborating with diverse stakeholders across different cultures and competencies. Dr. Basant has also specialized in quality and regulatory affairs, encompassing medical device classes I, II, and III product ranges, and is well-versed in regulatory requirements such as FDA 510(k) applications, ISO 13485/9001, EU MDR/IVDR, and GMP standards.Dr. Basant's competencies span a wide range of areas.Dr. Basant is driven by a passion for leveraging new technologies and innovative approaches to shape a more human-centric future in healthcare. With a commitment to excellence and a dedication to advancing the field of medical devices and AI technologies, Dr. Basant is poised to make valuable contributions to the scientific committee.
Alexander Ludwig is professor for Public Finance and Macroeconomics Dynamics at Goethe University Frankfurt, director of the International Center for Insurance Regulation (ICIR), Research Fellow at the Centre for Economic Policy Research (CEPR) and member of the board of scientific advisors of the insurance company Alte Leipziger-Hallesche. Prior to joining Goethe University in 2014, he was Professor of Macroeconomics at University of Cologne (since 2009). He received his Ph.D. from University of Mannheim in 2005. He has studied the effects of demographic change on growth, on the inter- and intra-generational distribution of wealth, and worked on the optimal design of social insurance schemes including health insurance. Alexander Ludwig was part of a group of researchers who issued influential scholarly papers warning early on about the negative long-run consequences of the Covid 19-related school closures for the affected children. His research is widely recognized and published in numerous international journals.
The International Advisory Committee is a cadre of esteemed global leaders and experts, providing pivotal guidance and strategic advice to shape the Foundation's international initiatives. Members leverage their diverse knowledge and expertise to foster global collaborations, navigate international challenges, and ensure the universal relevance and impact of the Foundation's endeavors. Their collective insights amplify the Foundation’s global reach, ensuring our projects are strategically aligned and culturally resonant across borders.
Patrick Knoedler, a forward-thinking, hands-on generalist and entrepreneurial executive with 25+ years of leadership experience in business development from scratch, operations planning, and management consulting within the biology, entertainment, hospitality, consulting, network and IoT wireless technologies domains. He has a proven track record of designing and executing sustainable IoT systems networks and information technologies. Patrick has lived on all continents in various countries and cultures; considering himself as a true global citizen with the passion to give back as much as possible of what he has learned and experienced on all his journeys trough live. Personal statement: I am excited to live now …. “on the cusp of the fastest, deepest, most consequential transformation of human civilization in history”(RethinkX) having the possibility to help shape a new, more human future using all the new technologies and possibility in favour of humanity.
