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David de Jong – Bambagioni
Name:
David de Jong – Bambagioni
Job title:
Social entrepeneur
Place of work / study:
Area of Research:
XR and Spatial Computing
How is your work funded:
Global Brain Health Institute
Tell us a little about yourself:
I help healthcare organisations tackle efficiency challenges using best practices, data driven care, and innovative solutions. I translate extended reality and spatial computing from gaming and entertainment to bring these advancements to healthcare.
Tell us a fun fact about yourself:
Not sure I have one
Why did you choose to work in dementia?
As an Atlantic Fellow, David aims to raise awareness and digital literacy in extended reality and spatial computing. His goal is to enhance well-being and ensure equal access to these technologies, creating a level playing field for all.
What single piece of advise would you give to an early career researcher?
Always involve the end-user
What book are you reading right now? Would you recommend it?
Favourite film of all time?
Bambi
Favourite ways to unplug and unwind?
Walk my dog
What’s the best decision you ever made?
Start a social enterprise to make impact in healthcare
What’s the best vacation spot?
In my daydreams
Do you collect anything?
Memories
Alzheimer's Society