Queralt Piferrer Grau

Queralt
Piferrer Grau

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I’m Queralt, a biomedical engineer who turns clinical problems into working prototypes, from wearables and biosensors to surgical tools and implants.

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Engineer by training.
Maker by habit.

Queralt Piferrer Grau

I turn clinical problems into working prototypes.

I’m a Master’s student in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Twente, specializing in Medical Device Design. I’m passionate about using technology to advance healthcare through wearable medical devices, biosensors, soft robotics and implantable devices.

I’m currently working on my Master’s thesis, building a soft robotic heart driven by electroactive actuators. Before that, I conducted research at Harvard’s Biodesign Lab on the mechanisms of upper-limb motor impairments after stroke.

Along the way I’ve worked through the complete product development cycle, from a wearable biosensor for acute kidney injury to a meniscus grasper and a rib fixation device, and I enjoy leading a team as much as the bench work.

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Education

Academic journey and professional development in Biomedical Engineering, specializing in medical device design and innovation.

  1. 2020 – 2024

    Universitat de Barcelona

    Universitat de Barcelona

    Bachelor Biomedical Engineering

    Core Coursework: Medical Applications of Engineering, Robotics and Biomedical Systems Control, Applied Electronics.

    Thesis: Wireless Pulse Oximeter for Neonates in collaboration with the Department of Innovation & Entrepreneurship and the Neonatology Service of the Hospital Clínic de Barcelona.

  2. Sept 2022 – July 2023

    Politecnico di Torino

    Politecnico di Torino

    Exchange Bachelor Biomedical Engineering

    Core Coursework: Implantable and Active Devices, Biomedical Instrumentation and Security, Material Sciences, Biomedical Imaging.

  3. 2024 – Present

    University of Twente

    University of Twente

    Master Biomedical Engineering

    Specializing in Medical Device Design.

    Master Thesis (ongoing): Building a soft robotic heart driven by electroactive actuators.

    Relevant Coursework: Integrative Design of Biomedical Products, Medical Device Prototyping, Soft Robotics, Development of Artificial Internal Organs, Biomechanics of Human Movement, Medical Certification & Human Factors.

    Change Leaders Master Honours Programme: Developed a project on storytelling in engineering to enhance scientific communication and facilitated a workshop where students practiced applying narrative techniques to technical presentations.

Career Journey

From regulatory affairs and medical device design to research at Harvard's Biodesign Lab, leading a biosensing team, hospital strategy, teaching and nearly a decade of volunteering with a scouts association, my experience blends engineering, leadership and communication.

  1. Oct 2026 – Present

    Uneedle

    Uneedle

    Regulatory Affairs Intern

    • Mapping the laws, regulations and standards (ISO, MDR, FDA) that apply to microneedle products and using AI tools to extract the relevant requirements.
    • Translating them into testable product specifications and verifying proof of compliance in the Technical File.

  2. April 2026 – July 2026

    Manora Health Technologies

    Manora Health Technologies

    Device Design

    • Worked on the design of a medical device to improve the diagnosis and treatment of oropharyngeal dysphagia (swallowing disorders).
    • The details of the invention can't be disclosed yet, as a patent application is in progress.

  3. Sept 2025 – Feb 2026

    Harvard University

    Harvard University

    Research Intern – Biodesign Lab

    • Conducted research on mechanisms and patterns of upper-limb motor impairments after stroke.
    • Processed and analyzed human subject motion capture data to evaluate assistive technologies.

    Advisors: Conor Walsh, PhD · Prabhat Pathak, PhD · Sarah K. Cavanagh, PhD

  4. Sept 2024 – Sept 2025

    Biosensing Team Twente

    Biosensing Team Twente

    Team Captain

    • Led a multidisciplinary team in developing a biosensor for early detection of Acute Kidney Injury (AKI).
    • Conducted stakeholder interviews and contributed to device design and the business case for clinical translation.
    • Delivered the business pitch, securing 2nd place in the Translational Potential Award at SensUs 2025.

  5. Sept 2023 – June 2024

    Escola Súnion

    Escola Súnion

    High School Teacher

    • Taught Mathematics and Technology to 10th and 11th grade students.
    • Mentored students to strengthen skills and improve self-organization.

  6. Jan 2024 – March 2024

    Hospital Clínic de Barcelona

    Hospital Clínic de Barcelona

    Strategy and Planning Department Intern

    • Collaborated with doctors, engineers, and external clients on digital transformation initiatives.
    • Contributed to LEAN projects to improve hospital workflows and efficiency.

    Advisor: Araceli Camacho, Digital Transformation Coordinator

  7. March 2015 – Sept 2024

    AeiG Joan Maragall

    AeiG Joan Maragall

    Leisure Monitor with Qualification

    • Volunteer Head of Grouping for scouts association.
    • Organized and supervised educational and leisure activities for children and adolescents.

Projects

A selection of medical devices I’ve designed, built and tested, from hackathon wearables to surgical tools.

Awards

  1. 2026

    MakeMIT x Harvard Hackathon

    Healthcare Award

    MakeMIT x Harvard Hackathon

    Awarded 1st place for innovative design and impactful application of wearable technology in health.

  2. 2025

    SensUs

    Translational Potential Award

    SensUs

    Awarded 2nd place for demonstrating the strongest translational application of biosensing research.

  3. 2025

    SensUs

    Public Inspiration Award

    SensUs

    Achieved 2nd place for outstanding public engagement and scientific communication.

  4. 2023

    Start UB and EIT Health

    Innovation Day Award

    Start UB and EIT Health

    Recognized for entrepreneurial innovation in health technology development.

Skills

Technical skills

  • CAD modeling
  • Rapid prototyping
  • Reverse engineering
  • 3D printing
  • Risk analysis & EU MDR
  • Soft actuators
  • Biosensors
  • Optical motion capture
  • Biomechanical modeling
  • Data processing & analysis

Software tools

  • SolidWorks
  • Autodesk Fusion 360
  • MATLAB
  • Python
  • Arduino
  • OpenSim
  • Visual3D
  • Qualisys
  • Figma
  • RStudio

Languages

  • SpanishNative
  • CatalanNative
  • EnglishFluent
  • ItalianIntermediate
  • FrenchIntermediate
  • DutchA1