Farhad Abtahi

Farhad Abtahi is a Researcher at the Division of Ergonomics, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, specializing in wearable sensor systems and AI for ergonomic risk assessment and health monitoring. His work develops real-time tools using IMU sensors and smart textiles to evaluate posture and workload in occupational and clinical settings, with a joint PhD in Medical Technology and Medical Science from KTH alongside degrees in Electrical/Biomedical Engineering and Computer Engineering.

His educational background includes:

• PhD in Medical Technology and Medical Science, KTH Royal Institute of Technology
• Degree in Electrical and Biomedical Engineering
• Degree in Computer Engineering

Abtahi's research spans digital health, biomedical signal processing, and ergonomics, focusing on practical applications of wearable sensors for physiological monitoring and movement analysis. He integrates AI and smart textiles to create user-centered solutions that enhance workplace safety and clinical care, particularly in occupational health and rehabilitation contexts.

Analysis of his 2019-2025 publications reveals consistent innovation in wearable sensor technologies for ergonomics, including IMU-based posture tracking, smart workwear with vibrotactile feedback, and process mining for chronic disease management. His interdisciplinary work bridges engineering, medicine, and data science to develop real-world health monitoring systems.

Scientific awards:

• No specific awards listed in source materials

Abtahi actively mentors students at KTH through courses like 'Medical Technologies in Digital Healthcare Transformation' (CM2012) and 'Signal Processing and Data Analytics in Biomedical Engineering' (CM2013). While engaged in entrepreneurship for research translation, no detailed grant information is provided.

As part of KTH's Division of Ergonomics, he contributes to projects including the P-Ergonomics Platform for personalized workplace monitoring and collaborates with industry partners to develop commercial health technologies through startup ventures.