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Team Jem Tech
Senior member of the group, he has over twenty years of experience as a system administrator, before being appointed Head of IT Systems. His deep knowledge of the industrial and entrepreneurial sectors, combined with the positions he has held in various companies, has been — and continues to be — an organizational and financial cornerstone for J.E.M. Tech.
Ph.D. in Cardiovascular Sciences from the University of Verona. He has five years of experience in the operating room, testing and refining the Vi.Ki.E. approach. First author of three scientific publications in major international journals and co-author of over ten scientific papers. He worked as a researcher at Humanitas Research Hospital – IRCCS – in Rozzano, on a European project (ERAPER-Med 2018), and at the ICGEB research center in Trieste.
In 2017, he founded JEM Tech with the goal of revolutionizing intraoperative cardiac assessment. He currently works full-time as CEO of JEM Tech.
With ten years of experience as a software developer, he became a team leader at Jaggaer. Francesco played a key role in the development of the first functional prototype of the Videocardiograph, based on a concept by Giacomo, introducing innovative solutions in basic automation and robotics. He also designed and developed the new software for VCG analysis. Leveraging his experience as a team leader, he made the forward-thinking decision to involve Mattia in the software development process.
Master’s degree in Innovation and Technology Management, with over five years of experience in the commercial management of projects related to Industry 4.0. His contribution was crucial in defining the marketing and sales strategy for the device. Additionally, the months spent working at the ASL of Parma allowed him to gain in-depth knowledge of the public healthcare sector and the related dynamics of medical device sales, including public tenders and commercial channels.
Dr. Francesco Paolo lo Muzio earned a Ph.D. in Cardiovascular Sciences from the University of Verona, with Doctor Europaeus certification.
He is the author of 22 scientific publications in the field of cardiovascular research.
From 2023 to 2025, he conducted postdoctoral research at Charité – Universitätsmedizin, collaborating with Dr. Alessio Alogna’s experimental hemodynamics team in studies involving large animal models of heart failure.
During his Ph.D., he worked alongside Dr. Giacomo Rozzi to develop experimental methods for assessing cardiac function in patients with congenital heart defects undergoing open-heart surgery.
He holds a Master’s degree in Mathematics from the University of Parma, with a thesis focused on simulations of cardiac function, and is currently a Marie Curie Ph.D. fellow in Applied Mathematics. Already during his undergraduate studies, his thesis explored mathematical models applicable to cardiac physiology. Thanks to the vision of Francesco Barresi, he began contributing to the development of the Videocardiograph software, implementing mathematical algorithms that progressively brought the system closer to a physiologically realistic model. The entire process was carried out under the scientific supervision of Giacomo and Dr. Francesco Lo Muzio, whose solid backgrounds in biology and clinical research guided the integration of engineering, mathematical, and medical expertise.
Advisory board
Alessio Alogna: Deutsches Herzzentrum der Charité
Dr. Alessio Alogna is a clinical scientist with a medical degree from the University of Pavia and a PhD in Cardiovascular Physiology from the Medical University of Graz. He trained at Charité Berlin and conducted research at Mayo Clinic. Specializing in cardiac function in large animal models, he has authored over 50 scientific works. He co-founded NanoPhoria, a biotech startup developing non-viral therapies for heart failure, which secured €17.5M from the EIC Accelerator.
Davide Carino: Università di Parma
Dr. Davide Carino is a highly qualified cardiothoracic surgeon specializing in adult cardiovascular diseases. He graduated with honors in Medicine from the University of Perugia and completed his residency in Cardiothoracic Surgery with honors at the University of Bologna. He currently works at Ospedale Maggiore in Parma, performing both traditional and minimally invasive cardiac surgery. He is an active member of several international societies and a frequent conference speaker.
Dawn Elizabeth Bowles: Duke University
Dawn Elizabeth Bowles is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at Duke University, specializing in Surgical Sciences. She earned her PhD from Louisiana State University. Her research focuses on improving outcomes in heart and kidney transplantation, among other areas. Dr. Bowles is committed to advancing transplant medicine through innovative research and collaboration, contributing significantly to the field with her scientific and academic work.
Francesco Formica: Università del Salento
Francesco Formica is an Associate Professor of Cardiac Surgery at the University of Parma and works at the University Hospital of Parma. He has authored numerous studies and publications in the field of cardiac surgery, including research on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and myocardial revascularization. His work contributes to advancements in surgical techniques and critical care support in cardiac patients.
Heinrich Mächler: Medical University of Graz
Heinrich Mächler is a distinguished professional in the field of cardiac surgery. He has been associated with the Medical University of Graz in Austria, where he has held various roles, including as a professor and a specialist in heart surgery. His expertise spans areas like general surgery, intensive care, and health economics. Over the years, he has contributed significantly to medical research and education, earning recognition for his work in healthcare management and cardiac care.