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Breath analysis with advanced MEMS-sensors
A popular non-invasive method of detecting diseases
Exhaled breath analysis is a relatively new medical technique that has the potential to revolutionize the way doctors diagnose and treat a variety of illnesses. The technique of exhaled breath analysis has been used to diagnose a variety of illnesses, for example, asthma, heart failure, diabetes, and many more. Breath analysis using a spirometer measures the amount of air a person can inhale and exhale, as well as the rate of flow.
Microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) sensors are small and compact sensors that are usually designed and developed on a silicon substrate. GattyInstruments has expertise in designing and developing MEMS sensors and actuators microfabrication technology.
The advantage of MEMS sensors is that highly accurate and low-cost sensors can be developed using this technology. In addition, a batch-fabricated sensor can be developed. With these advanced sensors that can be integrated into the instrument, we can measure, and diagnose components from the exhaled breath such as flow, gas, pressure, and temperature to name a few. We take care of our lungs by knowing their performance.
At GattyInstruments, we are determined to bring such an instrument directly into your hands!
Products and services
Breath sensors
Breath Sensors: Breath sensors are specifically designed MEMS-based sensors that detects components in breath. We have developed the first prototype of the following sensors:
- Electrochemical sensors
- Metal oxide gas sensors
- Pressure sensors
These sensors are intended to be used in breath analysis devices.
Breath analysis Instrument
Breath analysis Instrument: Breath analysis using a Spirometer is a type of pulmonary function test that measures the amount of air a person can inhale and exhale, as well as the rate of flow. It is used to diagnose a variety of respiratory disorders, such as asthma, bronchitis, and emphysema. During a spirometry test, a patient is asked to take a deep breath and then blow into a tube connected to a spirometer, which measures the amount and rate of air that is inhaled and exhaled. The results of the test can help determine if a patient has any type of respiratory disorder and can also be used to monitor the progress of treatment.
Consulting and collaboration on Breath analysis
Consulting and collaboration: We would be glad to consult on specific topics related to breath analysis and the development of breath instruments.
We are open to collaborating on projects, grant writing, and product development.
About us
GattyInstruments AB is a Swedish R&D company that develops advanced electronic devices and systems using MEMS technology for breath diagnostic instruments. Founded in 2018, the company has developed advanced sensors such as gas sensors, pressure sensors, temperature sensors, and flow sensors together with a readout PCB that have potential applications in breath analysis instruments such as Spirometers, low flow meters, and continuous gas monitoring solutions.
Our vision is to provide a healthy life to every individual through advanced medical diagnostic instruments. We offer vital solutions to people through sustained innovation in breath sensors. We want to be the leading global provider of these solutions.
With a focus on a non-invasive method of analysis with our custom-made advanced MEMS sensors that measure breath components such as flow, gas, and temperature. The determination of components accurately analyzes lung function, capacity, and diseases.
Our core values (Q.A.R.T):
Quality
Quality involves adhering to predetermined specifications, standards, or criteria. It means that the product or service meets the established requirements, specifications, or industry standards. Compliance with specifications ensures consistency, reliability, and performance consistency
Accountability
Accountability refers to the responsibility and answerability of individuals, organizations, or systems for their actions, decisions, and outcomes. It involves taking ownership of one's actions and being answerable for the consequences that arise from those actions.
Responsibility
Responsibility entails recognizing and acknowledging the specific duties and obligations associated with a role, task, or position. It involves understanding what needs to be done and taking ownership of those responsibilities
Transparency
Transparency refers to openness, visibility, and the availability of information regarding actions, decisions, processes, or policies. It involves providing clear and accessible information to stakeholders, promoting clarity, accountability, and trust.
The team
The team is composed of the right composition of knowledge, experience, and business acumen.
Hithesh Gatty
CEO
He is the CEO and founder of the company. Currently, the board member. His main responsibility is to provide direction to the company's next-gen products. The company was established in 2018 with the purpose to detect and diagnose exhaled breath components. He has a Ph.D. in micro and nanosystems from the KTH Royal Institute of Technology.
Melina Gilbert Gatty
Chair and the Board member
Melina is the chair and the board member of the company. She brings in a vast amount of experience in technical as well as business management. She has a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Chalmers university of technology and a post-doc from Uppsala University.
Niclas Roxhed
Advisor
Professor, micro and nanosystems, KTH Royal Institute of Technology Stockholm Sweden. He is an advisor to Gatty Instruments. He is an expert in sensors for medical systems. He has published over 100 articles, conferences, and journals. He has several patents to his credit. He is also the founder of several companies.
We are grateful to all the Master thesis students, interns, consultants, and part-time employees who contributed to the growth of the company. We are indebted to our Customers, advisors, funding agency, and collaborators.
Opportunities
Openings
We look forward to receiving CV and applications for the following areas:
GattyInstruments is looking for a person in the role of a CEO. The following qualities are required
- Demonstrated past experience in bringing Medtech product to market
- Good network and understanding of breath analysis market
- Proven experience of managing teams.
- Preferably Masters in Business administration.
We welcome expert consultants in the following areas:
- Metal Oxide sensors: demonstrated experience in design and analysis of MOx sensors
- Pressure sensors: demonstrated experience in developing pressure sensors
- Electronic circuit design: Experience in Circuit and PCB design.
- Embedded systems: Proven experience in executing tasks related to product development and programming of microcontrollers interfaced to sensors.
We look forward to receiving applications in the area of Business development. The following areas presents and interest to the company (a) Marketing and sales (b) market research and (c) Digital marketing. Preferably a person with experience and has a master degree in business administration.
Excellent opportunity to work in GattyInstruments as a bid manager. The tasks mainly is to identify new areas of innovation related to non-invasive diagnosis. The candidate should have a demonstrated expertise in grant writing and applying for grants both in EU and National grants. We are open to working with professors, newly graduated Ph.D. students in identifying new areas of innovation in exhaled breath diagnostics.
Topics for Master Thesis and Interns
We are open to Master Thesis and Interns for the following topics:
We offer Internship / master thesis projects in electronics and embedded systems.
- Circuit design and PCB design. Candidate preferably has used Altium/KiCAD for layout, Pspice (LTspice) based softwares for circuit simulation.
- Embedded systems: Microcontroller programming,sensor interface, RTOS, Bluetooth communication.
- Cloud computing and use of Amazon (AWS) services for storage,computing and user interface.
We offer master thesis in fluid flow simulations. Preferably a mechanical engineer with hands-on experience in Ansys, Solidworks, Matlab, and other relevant software.
We offer master thesis in electrochemical sensor design. The candidate is expected to know about amperometric sensors, potentiometric sensors, and pH sensors.
We offer master thesis in the domain of MEMS-based metal oxide sensor and low-pressure sensor. Preferably the candidate has a background in nanotechnology and has taken few courses in sensors design and fabrication. To apply, kindly send your CV with cover letter to info[at]gattyinstruments.com
News
Gatty Instruments becomes a member of the International Association of Breath Research. This allows GI to collaborate and work with extraordinary people in the field of breath research.
July 29,2022
We are pleased to announce that GattyInstruments and Deversify have received a Vinnova grant for a feasibility study into the next generation of microsensors for breathalysers. The aim of the project is to improve MEMS (Micro Electro-Mechanical System) size, speed and price.
March 31, 2022
GattyInstruments works on a consulting project
May 01, 2021
Deversify, a Uppsala, Sweden based company, enters development agreement on new microsensors with GattyInstruments (more in press section)
March 16, 2021
GattyInstruments recruits a Master thesis student to work on breathanalyser systems.
Feb 02, 2023