Ashley Galanti’s path into research and entrepreneurship was ignited not only by academic aspirations but also by her experiences living with her mother and brother who are impacted by epilepsy.

What started as a project in a high school physics class has evolved into research she is conducting as a doctoral candidate in biomedical engineering at the University of Georgia’s College of Engineering. She is developing a device capable of identifying early symptoms of seizures and notifying users beforehand.

“Ultimately, epilepsy resonates with me personally because it affects my own family. Additionally, I have encountered numerous other individuals who experience epilepsy or are acquainted with someone who does,” she explains. “It’s a very tight-knit community of individuals who either endure it or are connected to someone who does, primarily due to the severe repercussions that can arise from this condition.”

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