David Orlando Rodriguez Duarte

David Orlando Rodriguez Duarte is a Fixed-term Assistant Professor at the Department of Electronics and Telecommunications (DET) at Polytechnic University of Turin (Politecnico di Torino), Italy. He is a member of the Interdepartmental Center PolitoBIOMed Lab - Biomedical Engineering Lab and actively contributes to the applied electromagnetics research group. His academic work bridges electromagnetic theory with practical medical applications, particularly in developing innovative imaging technologies for healthcare.

Dr. Rodriguez Duarte is completing his Ph.D. degree with the Department of Electronics and Telecommunications at Politecnico di Torino while holding a prestigious Marie Sklodowska-Curie Fellowship. He is deeply involved in the EMERALD project, which focuses on modeling and designing microwave imaging systems for cerebrovascular diseases. The department's research group has over 10 years of experience advancing both theoretical and applied electromagnetism, with significant contributions in electromagnetic theory, wave propagation, and applications in communication systems and radar technology.

His research spans multiple interconnected domains in applied electromagnetics. He specializes in antenna design specifically tailored for medical applications, with particular expertise in microwave imaging systems for neurological conditions. His work in electromagnetic field theory focuses on biomedical contexts, especially stroke monitoring and detection. He develops practical implementations that bridge theoretical concepts with clinical applications, addressing critical healthcare challenges. His research directly supports SDG Goal 3: Good health and well-being through the development of accessible diagnostic technologies.

Dr. Rodriguez Duarte's scholarly output demonstrates a clear progression toward developing practical, portable microwave imaging solutions using off-the-shelf components. His recent work increasingly integrates machine learning techniques with traditional microwave sensing approaches, enhancing diagnostic accuracy for neurological conditions. There's a strong emphasis on creating real-time imaging solutions that can be deployed at the bedside for immediate patient care, particularly for time-sensitive conditions like stroke.

• Marie Sklodowska-Curie Fellowship for research on microwave imaging systems for cerebrovascular diseases

Dr. Rodriguez Duarte serves as primary supervisor for two doctoral candidates: Alex Ramiro Masaquiza Caiza (40th cycle, 2024-present) and Martina Gugliermino (39th cycle, 2023-ongoing). Their research focuses on 'EM field study in medicine: characterization of materials for phantoms and stroke monitoring algorithms.' He has secured research funding through the EMERALD European project (2018-2021) and continues to develop grant-supported work in biomedical microwave imaging. His ERC sector alignments include PE7_6 (Communication technology), PE7_11 (Medical applications), and PE7_3 (Simulation engineering).

He is an integral member of the PolitoBIOMed Lab - Biomedical Engineering Lab, where his team develops microwave imaging technologies for brain stroke monitoring. The lab focuses on creating practical implementations of electromagnetic theory for medical diagnostics, with emphasis on point-of-care applications. Their work addresses a critical healthcare need as stroke affects approximately one in six people worldwide and requires prompt diagnosis for effective treatment, making their research vital for improving patient outcomes through early detection technologies.