Bertrand Duplat is cofounder and CEO of Robeauté, where he spearheads the development of our groundbreaking medical microrobot, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in neurosurgery. He brings over 30 years of expertise in robotics and 3D technologies as a seasoned serial entrepreneur, inventor, and innovator. An expert robotics engineer, he specializes in designing complex systems for extreme environments, including space, energy, and undersea applications. Bertrand has led two startups to successful exits, including Virtools, acquired by Dassault Systèmes. Holding 40 patents, his early research at McGill University sparked his passion for haptics and robotics.

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Joana Cartocci is an experienced operations leader with a multidisciplinary background in international relations, linguistics and global project coordination. With well over a decade in operations and fluency in six languages, she has helped drive technological innovation across healthcare, environmental sciences, and innovation ecosystems. She has also served on the board of FranceBiotech, France’s leading independent healthcare association. In parallel, Joana is an angel investor in Femtech and Deeptech, backing founders who are reshaping the future of health and innovation. Passionate about impact-driven technology, she is committed to building inclusive, forward-thinking communities in Medtech and Femtech.