Prof. Eberhard Gersing / 2007

The third H.P. Schwan Award was presented to Prof. Eberhard Gersing, during the XIII ICEBI in 2007, in Graz, for his pioneering work in clarifying the mechanisms of characteristic changes in the impedance spectra of living tissues during and after ischemia.

In many thoroughly designed experiments he demonstrated the related phenomena, especially in the alpha- and beta-dispersion range, and the effects of different medical treatments involving oxygen deficiency on the spectra.

He also developed and validated models for explaining the underlying physiological mechanisms. He promoted Bioimpedance applications by designing and publishing precision hardware relevant for many scientific and industrial activities related to impedance spectroscopy, impedance cardiography and impedance tomography.

With his contributions he stimulated many international groups in starting their own developments."