Cornel Amariei

Through the .lumen project, Cornel Amariei develops revolutionary glasses for blind mobility, an innovative technological alternative and a major breakthrough in creating a more accessible environment for the visually impaired. In the past, he was head of innovation at one of the largest companies in the automotive industry. Now, its project to develop technologies to enhance human capacities and promote the inclusion and autonomy of persons with disabilities benefits from a grant from the European Innovation Council worth over 9 million euros. These achievements have brought him prestigious recognitions, including the first nomination of a Romanian in Forbes Europa "30 under 30", the Global Business Hall of Fame and JCI's Ten Outstanding Young Persons of the World. These distinctions, which recognize his significant contributions to technology and society, have previously been awarded to global figures as Elvis Presley and John F. Kennedy. .lumen technology uses advanced sensors and artificial intelligence to develop devices that help blind people navigate their surroundings efficiently and safely. This innovative solution processes real-time data to improve navigation aids, replicating the benefits of a guide dog and providing independence to people without access to such resources. The .lumen vision extends beyond technological innovation and exemplifies the profound impact of technology directed at humanitarian purposes and includes a commitment to educate the public about the importance of inclusion in design and implementation. By participating in such events, Cornel Amariei not only shares technical expertise, but advocates for a change in society's attitudes towards people with disabilities and inspires solutions that address real world problems in practical and compassionate ways.