Hard Science for Soft Skills

Why we started MGME Neurotech

Out of deep frustration with the superficial hype surrounding "neuro" concepts with a lack of real scientific grounding, we started MGME Neurotech.

Our passion lies in providing genuine, evidence-based tools that cut through the noise, ensuring that workplace assessments are not just buzzwords but truly effective in promoting fairness and accuracy.

Our Team

Dr. Marcus Grüschow

Founder

Dr. Marcus Grüschow

Founder
After finishing his doctorate in psychology at the University of Magdeburg in Germany, Marcus conducted research at the Max-Planck Institute in Leipzig, Columbia University in New York City, and McGill in Montreal. At his current position at the University of Zurich, his main interests are the neurobiological foundation of stress resilience and human decision-making.

Dr. Micah Edelson

Founder

Dr. Micah Edelson

Founder
Micah completed his PhD in Neurobiology at the Weizmann Institute of Science in Israel and is currently researching computational decision-making at the University of Zurich. His work has been published in numerous first-tier scientific journals and won multiple prizes.

Dr. Christoph Rickert

Chief Product Officer

Dr. Christoph Rickert

Chief Product Officer
Christoph is a seasoned medtech entrepreneur and start-up founder. He is passionate about building new ventures.

Dr. Alexander Ritschel

Head of R&D

Dr. Alexander Ritschel

Head of R&D
Alex received a doctoral degree in behavioral economics from the University of Cologne before conducting neuroeconomic research at the University of Zurich. His research expertise includes eye-tracking, decision-making under risk, heuristics, and preference reversals.

Dr. Lukas von Ziegler

Chief Data Officer

Dr. Lukas von Ziegler

Chief Data Officer
Lukas is a machine vision and data science expert with a strong neuroscience background. He completed his PhD and worked as a postdoc and senior scientist at the Institute of Neuroscience of the ETH Zürich.

Scientific Advisors

Prof. Birgit Kleim

Prof. Birgit Kleim

Professor of Experimental Psychopathology and Psychotherapy
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Department of Psychology
University of Zurich
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Internationally recognized expert on the impacts of stress on mental well-being, Chair of the German-speaking Society for Psychotraumatology and head of the psychotherapy service of the University Clinic in Zurich.

Prof. Ernst Fehr

Prof. Ernst Fehr

Director of the UBS Center for Economics in Society
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Department of Economics
University of Zurich
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One of the founding fathers of the field of Neuroeconomics and repeatedly ranked as one of the most influential behavioral economists in Europe and globally

Prof. Uschi Backes-Gellner

Prof. Uschi Backes-Gellner

Professor of Business Economics
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Department of Business Administration
University of Zurich
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Vice-Dean of the Faculty of Economics at the University of Zurich. Member of the Swiss National Research Council and the German Expert Committee (EFI) advising the German government on research and innovation.

Business Advisors

Jan Fülscher

Jan Fülscher

Startup and Entrepreneurship Expert and Investor, Former head of Business Angels Switzerland and Co-founder of the Swiss ICT Investor Club (SICTIC).

Janina Kugel

Janina Kugel

Prominent business executive board member. Served as the Chief Human Resources Officer and Managing Board member at Siemens. Known for her expertise in leadership and diversity, and voted as one of the most influential German business women.

Dr. Heiko Visarius

Dr. Heiko Visarius

A seasoned executive with over 20 years of experience holding leadership roles at companies including Medtronic and SYNTHES.

Our Core Values

Scientific Integrity

We are committed to upholding the highest standards of scientific rigor in everything we do. Our assessments are grounded in real, peer-reviewed research, ensuring that our methods are both credible and reliable.

Objectivity

We believe in the power of unbiased, data-driven insights. Our approach eliminates subjective interpretation, providing clear and actionable results that drive meaningful change.

Innovation

We are at the forefront of integrating cutting-edge technology with scientific research. Our commitment to continuous innovation allows us to offer the most advanced tools and techniques available.

Transparency

We are dedicated to maintaining openness and clarity in our processes, ensuring that our clients fully understand the science behind our methods and the results they produce.

Impact

Our ultimate goal is to make a real difference in the workplace. We focus on delivering insights that lead to tangible improvements in decision-making, team dynamics, and overall organizational health.

Empathy

We understand the human element in every assessment. Our tools are designed to not only be scientifically accurate but also to respect and enhance the individual and collective well-being of those involved.