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This podcast's purpose is to bring together the field of neuroprosthetics/brain machine interfaces/brain implants in an understandable conversation about the current topics and breakthroughs.

We hope to replace needing to read scientific papers on new research in an easy to digest way.

People can share thoughts or ideas to facilitate 'idea sex' to make the field of brain implants a smaller and more personal space.

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Exploring Contract Engineering in Neurotechnology with Javier Schandy and Nicolas Barabino

Oct 7, 2024

I n this episode of the Neural Implant Podcast, host Ladan welcomes Javier Schandy and Nicolas Barabino from Focus, an engineering services company based in Uruguay. They discuss their work in firmware, hardware, and software development for medical devices, emphasizing their specialization in wireless communications and test automation. 

They also explain the benefits of contract engineering, the challenges they face, and highlight an exciting project involving an injectable neurostimulator. The conversation covers the history of neurotechnology development in Uruguay, the process and dynamics of working with clients, and the adaptability and innovative spirit of their company.

00:00 Introduction to the Neural Implant Podcast
00:18 Meet the Guests: Javier Shandy and Nicholas Barabino
01:05 Focus: Engineering Services in Medical Devices
02:58 Project Onboarding and Development Process
06:06 Specialties and Expertise in Neurotechnology
09:38 The Journey into Medical Devices
13:41 Uruguay's Legacy in Medical Devices
20:37 Challenges and Advice for Startups
23:05 Flexible Project Management and Cost Considerations
27:51 Conclusion and Final Thoughts