JUST BREATHE
Redefining Wearables.
Weaving the future.
OUR STORY
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ATRIDE, a Greek wearable tech startup based in Athens since October 2022, has emerged from stealth mode announcing a significant European funding award from the Interregional Innovation Investments Instrument (I3) and the European Innovation Council & SMEs Executive Agency. ATRIDE and its partners have been awarded 3M euros in funding to aid the expansion, validation, and commercialization of their latest innovation in smart clothing: the 'Digilung' shirt.
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Atride's innovative shirt is designed for people suffering from chronic respiratory diseases, such as COPD, as well as elite athletes who are interested in precise physiological performance analytics.
The smart shirt uses embedded textile and microelectronic sensors to provide personalized care at the point of need. This improves patient outcomes and generates new clinical insights for better disease management.
The shirt utilizes proprietary AI/ML tools and sensor designs, advanced nanomaterials, and smart textiles – all integrated into an elegant t-shirt.
ATRIDE aims to expand its product portfolio into international markets and usher in a new era of commercial e-textile success.
Meet the Team
Maarten Gijssel, CCO
Creating Impact and Opportunities with Human Motion Data
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Maarten Gijssel is a visionary in human motion analysis and wearable technology, leading the industry with transformative solutions that merge health and performance. As the founder of Kinetic Analysis, IDRO, and ATRIDE, he has consistently pushed the boundaries of smart textiles and sensor technology, developing advanced algorithms that provide deep insights into human motion. His work at Kinetic Analysis redefines sports performance, rehabilitation, and personalized health monitoring, driving innovation in injury prevention and recovery.
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At IDRO, Maarten pioneered the first non-invasive, real-time lactate measurement device, enabling athletes to monitor lactate levels through sweat for optimized training and early medical diagnostics. As Chief Clinical Officer at ATRIDE, he was instrumental in creating the AI-powered "Digilung" shirt, an advanced e-textile that supports chronic respiratory health and athletic performance. His innovative contributions have earned him wide recognition and substantial funding, establishing his role as a leader in sports technology and health innovation.
Maria Kontogiorgou, CEO
Beyond user-centred innovation
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Maria Kontogiorgou is the CEO of ATRIDE, where she leads transformative advancements in wearable technology with a focus on user-centered solutions that impact industries worldwide. With extensive international experience and a refined strategic vision, Maria has positioned ATRIDE as a leader in emerging technologies. Her ventures, including Disrupt Amsterdam and Marikworld in London, highlight her capacity to inspire innovative progress at the intersection of creativity and tech.
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Maria’s design expertise has reshaped global enterprises, from advancing scalable SaaS systems as Global Head of Design at Tag Worldwide to pioneering smart textiles in health and sports as Product Design Director at Kinetic Analysis. Her strategic counsel at the European Commission further enhanced digital transformations, and she has driven high-impact initiatives for renowned brands such as Philips, BNP, H&M, Unilever among others. With an academic foundation in business administration and communication, product design, and technology, Maria blends innovation with precision, steering ATRIDE’s future with steadfast commitment to excellence.
Vangelis Lympouridis, CTO
Innovation by Design
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Vangelis Lympouridis, Ph.D., is the CTO of ATRIDE, combining deep expertise in immersive technology and healthcare to drive ATRIDE’s pioneering advancements. As founder of Enosis, an innovation-driven R&D company in Los Angeles, Vangelis brings product development and strategic advisory services to major clients like Google, HP Labs, and MedTech startups across the globe. Enosis also supports ATRIDE as a portfolio company at the West Coast Consortium for Technology & Innovation in Pediatrics, an FDA-backed accelerator based at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, reinforcing ATRIDE’s impact in pediatric health technology.
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Previously, as Chief Design Officer at Applied VR, Vangelis led the development of RelieVRx, a groundbreaking VR platform for chronic pain management that achieved FDA Breakthrough Device designation. A senior fellow at USC’s Creative Media and Behavioral Health Center and former part-time faculty at USC’s Viterbi School of Engineering, he contributes his expertise to regulatory standards as part of the MDIC Medical Extended Reality team. With a Ph.D. in Whole Body Interaction Design from the University of Edinburgh, Vangelis continuously shapes MedTech and immersive tech through academic, advisory, and editorial roles.
COLLABORATORS & SUPPORTERS
"Funded by the European Commission’s I3 Instrument for the development of Digilung, ATRIDE's pioneering smart breathing technology."
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"Proudly collaborating with the University of Leicester, utilizing ATRIDE's smart shirt to advance groundbreaking research."
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Our partners in Data Analytics and Research
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"An official letter of support from Royal Philips, Health Innovation, Eindhoven, endorsing ATRIDE's commitment to advancing health technology and innovation.
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ATRIDE is collaborating with TU Delft on Product Research & Development.​
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ATRIDE is partially funded by the I3 Instrument to advance the development of DIGILUNG, pioneering telecare wearable technology across Europe.
Official partner and collaborator with the University of the Aegean’s Product and Innovation Design department in Syros, fostering shared expertise, resources, and collaborative projects.​
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"ATRIDE is a proud member of Elevate Greece, supporting the growth of Greek startups and innovation."
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"ATRIDE is part of the Greek Chamber of Commerce 'The Athens Incubator', supporting innovation and growth in emerging technologies."
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Our Partners in our Data Analytics
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