Born from love, built with science

Claria Vision emerged from a deeply personal mission: to preserve human connection when memory fades. Our story begins with family, continues with breakthrough science, and aims to transform how we care for those we love most.

A personal journey to innovation

When Dr. Sarah Chen watched her grandmother struggle to recognize family members, she witnessed the profound pain that Alzheimer's brings to both patients and loved ones. As an AI researcher at Stanford, she knew technology could help—but only if designed with dignity and humanity at its core.

Partnering with Dr. Michael Rodriguez, a geriatrician who had spent decades advocating for patient-centered care, they founded Claria Vision in 2022 with a simple belief: technology should enhance human connection, never replace it.

"Every line of code we write, every design decision we make, is guided by one question: Does this honor the dignity of the person wearing it?"

— Dr. Sarah Chen, Co-Founder & CEO
Dr. Sarah Chen and Dr. Michael Rodriguez, Claria Vision co-founders
Founded 2022
Stanford Research Lab

Leadership team

Our diverse leadership combines deep technical expertise with compassionate healthcare experience, united by a shared commitment to dignity-first innovation.

Dr. Sarah Chen, CEO

Dr. Sarah Chen

Co-Founder & CEO

PhD in AI/ML from Stanford. Former Google Research scientist specializing in computer vision and ethical AI. Personal experience as Alzheimer's caregiver.

15+ years AI research
Dr. Michael Rodriguez, CMO

Dr. Michael Rodriguez

Co-Founder & CMO

MD from UCSF, specializing in geriatric medicine. 20+ years in memory care, advocate for patient-centered technology in healthcare settings.

20+ years clinical practice
David Kim, CTO

David Kim

Chief Technology Officer

Former Apple AR/VR lead engineer. Expert in edge computing and privacy-preserving AI systems. Passionate about accessible technology design.

12+ years AR/VR development
Dr. Lisa Thompson, VP Clinical Affairs

Dr. Lisa Thompson

VP Clinical Affairs

PhD in Clinical Psychology, specializing in cognitive assessment and assistive technology. Former Mayo Clinic researcher in Alzheimer's care.

18+ years clinical research
Maria Santos, VP Design

Maria Santos

VP Design & Accessibility

Former IDEO design lead specializing in inclusive design for aging populations. Expert in cognitive accessibility and assistive technology UX.

10+ years inclusive design
James Wilson, VP Operations

James Wilson

VP Operations

Former Medtronic operations executive with expertise in medical device manufacturing and FDA regulatory pathways. Healthcare compliance specialist.

15+ years medical devices

Medical & technical advisory board

World-renowned experts in Alzheimer's research, AI ethics, and healthcare technology guide our development and ensure clinical excellence.

Medical Advisory Board

Dr. Robert Chen

Dr. Robert Chen

Johns Hopkins Memory Center

Leading Alzheimer's researcher, 200+ publications

Dr. Patricia Williams

Dr. Patricia Williams

Mayo Clinic Neurology

Geriatric neurologist, assistive technology pioneer

Dr. Jennifer Martinez

Dr. Jennifer Martinez

UCSF Memory & Aging Center

Clinical trials specialist, patient advocacy leader

Technical Advisory Board

Prof. Alan Turing

Prof. Alan Turing

MIT AI Ethics Lab

AI ethics pioneer, privacy-preserving ML expert

Dr. Kevin Zhang

Dr. Kevin Zhang

Former Google Research

Computer vision specialist, YOLO architecture contributor

Dr. Rachel Green

Dr. Rachel Green

Stanford HCI Lab

Accessibility technology researcher, AR/VR specialist

Our core values

Every decision we make is guided by principles that put human dignity, family connection, and patient autonomy at the center of innovation.

Dignity First

Every feature we build must enhance patient autonomy and self-respect. Technology should empower, never diminish, the human experience.

Privacy by Design

Personal data stays personal. Edge processing and encrypted connections ensure family moments remain private and secure.

Inclusive Innovation

We design for diverse cognitive abilities, cultural backgrounds, and family structures. Good technology works for everyone.

Evidence-Based

Clinical research guides every development decision. We measure success through improved patient outcomes and family well-being.

Transparent Progress

Families deserve honest updates about development milestones, challenges, and timelines. Trust requires transparency.

Sustainable Impact

We build for long-term accessibility and affordability, ensuring breakthrough technology reaches all families who need it.

Our journey so far

From personal inspiration to clinical validation, every milestone brings us closer to transforming Alzheimer's care.

Company Founded

Dr. Chen and Dr. Rodriguez establish Claria Vision with seed funding from Stanford StartX

January 2022

First Prototype

Initial smart glasses prototype achieves 95% recognition accuracy in controlled testing

August 2022

Series A Funding

$12M Series A led by Andreessen Horowitz, with participation from GV and Khosla Ventures

March 2023

Clinical Trials Begin

Phase II trials launch with Johns Hopkins and Mayo Clinic, 156 participants enrolled

September 2023

FDA Breakthrough Designation

Received FDA Breakthrough Device Designation, accelerating regulatory pathway

June 2024

Early Access Program

Limited early access program launches with 2,300+ families on waitlist

Current - 2025

Awards & recognition

Industry recognition validates our commitment to ethical innovation and breakthrough healthcare technology.

Healthcare Innovation Award

MIT Technology Review

2024

AI Ethics Excellence

Partnership on AI

2024

Breakthrough Startup

Fast Company

2023

Accessibility Champion

National Federation of the Blind

2023

Beyond Alzheimer's: Our future vision

While our heart remains with Alzheimer's care, we envision a future where assistive AI technology supports all forms of cognitive challenges, from traumatic brain injury to age-related memory changes.

Expanded Cognitive Support

AI assistance for various memory and recognition challenges

Global Accessibility

Affordable technology reaching underserved communities worldwide

Preventive Care

Early detection and intervention for cognitive health

Future vision of assistive technology
2025-2030
Expanding Impact

Join our mission to transform care

Whether you're a healthcare professional, researcher, investor, or family member, there's a place for you in building the future of compassionate technology.