The EssentialMed foundation has been created to address the critical problem of access to essential medical devices in the developing world. EssentialMed coordinates specific research programs with some of the world leading scientific and academic centers. The foundation will also manage the development, industrialization, distribution, support and maintenance of the appropriate medical devices with the collaboration of some key partners.

Medical x-ray system for low and middle-income countries. The mechanical part is free of electrical controls, which are replaced by robust balancing and locking systems allowing easy and ergonomic use. A high-voltage generator with energy storage has been completely designed to respond to the power outages and strong fluctuations that happen on a daily basis in most hospitals in developing countries. Design adapted to the climate. Pristem won the PERL Coup de coeur award.

Infant incubator for low and middle-income countries. Temperature in the incubator is optimally controlled by an innovative temperature regulation algorithm, maintaining the zone of thermo-neutrality of the newborn. A phototherapy unit based on low cost and ultra-durable LED technology will be integrated in the incubator for the treatment of neonatal jaundice. Reliable and ultra robust temperature measure. Use and maintenance by untrained staff.

Power System Laboratory of the University of Bologna. LISEP - Power Systems Engineering Laboratory of the University of Bologna. The Power Systems Engineering Laboratory - LISEP -. Of the University of Bologna. The laboratory carries out research in the areas of production, transmission, distribution and utilization of electricity with particular reference to smart grids.