About Pulso
Discover Pulso
Pulso Technology is a spin-off from the University of Mons and Université libre de Bruxelles, built on extensive expertise in fluid mechanics and cardiovascular simulation. Today, Pulso develops highly realistic in vitro solutions to accelerate vascular and structural heart device development, testing, and procedural training.
Advancing medical devices through precision testing
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INNOVATION
We push boundaries to deliver smarter and better solutions.
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QUALITY
We uphold the highest standards in every test and result.
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COLLABORATION
We grow stronger together with our partners and clients.
Exceptional experiences to enhance patient care
Pulso’s anatomical flow models help evaluate the hemodynamic impact of vascular devices. The underlying patented pulse pump technology enables the reproduction of any type of physiological flow, thereby mimicking the diastolic and systolic phases of the cardiac cycle.
Moreover, the team’s know-how in silicone models enables the development of a wide range of anatomical replicas that can be used not only for R&D activities, but also for marketing and training purposes.
Our Journey
Highlighting our history, showcase growth and key milestones.
THE IDEA
Pulso originated from the doctoral research of Kamil Chodzynski at the University of Mons, supported by Professors Karim Zouaoui from ULB and Grégory Coussement from UMons. After four years of research and development, their work resulted in a patented technology capable of reproducing a wide range of physiological pulsatile signals.
Following several initial projects, Marco Testaguzza identified the technology’s potential to improve the development, testing, and training associated with cardiovascular medical devices. This vision led to the creation of Pulso Technology.
FROM RESEARCH TO COMPANY
Supported by private investors, regional funding organisations, and innovation programmes, Pulso progressively transformed the original academic technology into a commercial platform. This funding enabled the company to further develop its products, strengthen its team, and validate its solutions through collaborations with medical device companies, hospitals, and research centres.
PULSO TECHNOLOGY
Four generations of technology later, Pulso Technology develops customized in vitro cardiovascular simulation solutions for medical device companies, clinicians, and research institutions.
Under the leadership of Marco Testaguzza, the company combines pulsatile flow systems, realistic anatomical models, and tailored bench testing services to reproduce specific physiological and pathological conditions. Pulso’s ambition is to make cardiovascular device development faster, more reliable, and more ethical by reducing dependence on animal testing.
Meet our team
Dedicated professionals driving our success
Marco Testaguzza Biom. Eng.
CEO
Expertise in cardiovascular simulation, business development, and strategic leadership, driving Pulso’s growth and translating research into market-ready solutions.
Kamil Chodzinsky PhD
In-Vitro Systems Specialist
Expert in the conception and realization of in-vitro pulsatile flow systems
Prof. Karim Zouaoui
Head of Experimental Med. unit at CHU Charleroi
Analysis of biological interactions related to the vascular wall.
Billy Kinane
Lead Product Development Engineer - MedTech
Billy leads product development at Pulso, bringing together mechanical design, prototyping and testing to turn ideas into reliable cardiovascular simulation solutions.
Prof. Gregory Coussement
Head of Fluid-Mechanics Unit at University of Mons
Expertise in fluid dynamics, and numerical hemodynamic studies.