Sam Riahi

Sam Riahi is a Clinical Professor and leading cardiologist at Aalborg University Hospital's Department of Clinical Medicine, affiliated with Aalborg University's Faculty of Medicine. His research focuses on atrial fibrillation, implantable cardiac devices, and innovative energy harvesting systems for medical implants. He leads major projects like the development of self-powered leadless pacemakers and vibration energy harvesting systems.

Research interests include cardiac arrhythmias, device-based therapies, and biomedical engineering solutions. Over 266 publications demonstrate expertise in cardiac electrophysiology, clinical outcomes analysis, and medical device innovation. Key projects involve collaborations with institutions like Beta Health and the Danish Cardiovascular Academy.

He supervises 13 PhD students and actively participates in professional organizations such as the Danish Cardiological Society. Media engagements highlight contributions to public health discourse and biomedical technology advancements.