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Currently in co-design phasePiloting with research groups at UZH & ETH ZurichPartnering with patient & advisory communitiesBuilding participant-first research infrastructureCurrently in co-design phasePiloting with research groups at UZH & ETH ZurichPartnering with patient & advisory communitiesBuilding participant-first research infrastructure
Saena

Advisors

Shaped by scientific expertise and lived experience.

  • Mirjam Pulver

    Mirjam Pulver

    PATIENT ADVISOR

    Mirjam, 52, is a sociologist and an expert by experience. She is committed to promoting the participation of people with lived experience at all levels of the healthcare system, including research.

  • Mike Martin, Prof. Dr.

    Mike Martin, Prof. Dr.

    SCIENTIFIC ADVISOR

    Prof. Dr. Mike Martin is a Full Professor of Gerontopsychology and Gerontology at the University of Zurich, where he also directs the UZH Healthy Longevity Center. Previously directed the Institute of Gerontology and the UZH Research Priority Program on healthy aging. Holding degrees from the Universities of Georgia, Mainz, and Heidelberg, his extensive academic career spans cognitive aging, mobile sensing, and well-being.

The team

Building at the intersection of health research and accessible technology.

Akhila Obilisetty

Akhila Obilisetty

CO-FOUNDER | PLATFORM & PRODUCT

MSc Computer Science at University of Zurich. Leads platform development and the participant-facing experience, translating co-design insights into a focused, accessible product.

Réka Enz

Réka Enz

CO-FOUNDER | RESEARCH & COMMUNITY

PhD in Digital Health at ETHZ and Schulthess Klinik. Leads research design, stakeholder partnerships, and community building with patient groups and university networks.

Hugo Madge Leon

Hugo Madge Leon

STRATEGY & OPERATIONS

Biomedical Data Scientist by training. Leads strategy, business development, and operations, shaping Saena’s direction, partnerships, and path from early validation to growth.

Backers & programs

Supported by institutions that share our vision.

Currently backed by

  • ETH Student Project House
  • UZH Teaching Fund

Previously part of

  • UZH Entrepreneurship Bootcamp
  • UZH Market Validation Lab
UZH Innovation HubETH Student Project HouseEngage Now