University of Zurich

Open Opportunities

Metal 3D Nanoprinting of Functional Devices: electrodes, sensors, energy storage ETH Zurich Biosensors and Bioelectronics (LBB) Electrochemical 3D printing is a family of emerging techniques for the fabrication of functional devices. We are currently exploring a new technology we developed to achieve 3D nanoprinting with ultrahigh resolution and nanoscale precision. This opens numerous exciting opportunities for the fabricat Biomedical Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Electrochemistry, Manufacturing Engineering Internship, Master Thesis, Semester Project

Investigating the molecular mechanisms in attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) using iPSC-induced neuronal modelling University of Zurich Neurobiochemisches Labor The Master candidate will learn to generate induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSC) up to mature neurons studying the molecular mechanism causing ADHD and potentials of various therapy. Immunohistochemical, genetic, molecular and functional techniques will be applied. Biochemistry and Cell Biology, Cellular Nervous System, Fetal Development and Medicine, Gene Expression, Neurogenetics, Psychiatry Master Thesis

Transcriptional pattern changes and impact on genomics of a mid-term stay of human cells on the International Space Station – «The effects of weightlessness on immune cells» University of Zurich Oliver Ullrich The immune system deteriorates during space flights. We investigate the cellular effects of microgravity during parabolic flights, rocket launches and on the ISS. We systematically benchmark different hypotheses bioinformatically on omics data and verify the results during microgravity missions. Computational Biology and Bioinformatics, Genetic Immunology Internship, Master Thesis

Fully Funded PhD Position in Multi-modal Data Analysis and Integration, Multimedia Retrieval, Semantic Web, Explainable AI and/or Data Mining University of Zurich Dynamic and Distributed Information Systems The Dynamic and Distributed Information Systems Group at the University of Zurich (Switzerland) is inviting applications for a Fully Funded PhD Position With a keen interest at least one of the following areas: Multi-modal Data Analysis and Integration, Multimedia Retrieval, Semantic Web, Explainable AI and Data Mining Computer-Human Interaction, Database Management, Decision Support and Group Support Systems, Image Processing, Multimedia Programming, Neural Networks, Genetic Alogrithms and Fuzzy Logic, Pattern Recognition, Text Processing PhD Placement

Multi-agent Drone Racing via Self-play and Reinforcement Learning University of Zurich Robotics and Perception Drone racing requires human pilots to not only complete a given race track in minimum-time, but also to compete with other pilots through strategic blocking, or to overtake opponents during extreme maneuvers. Single-player RL allows autonomous agents to achieve near-time-optimal performance in time trial racing. While being highly competitive in this setting, such training strategy can not generalize to the multi-agent scenario. An important step towards artificial general intelligence (AGI) is versatility -- the capability of discovering novel skills via self-play and self-supervised autocurriculum. In this project, we tackle multi-agent drone racing via self-play and reinforcement learning. Engineering and Technology, Information, Computing and Communication Sciences Master Thesis

Many-Organ Segmentation ETH Zurich Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance There is considerable existing work on using machine learning to automatically segment the heart in magnetic resonance (MR) images. However, there is little work on simultaneously segmenting the surrounding anatomy. This project is about exploring approaches to overcome this problem. Computer Vision, Image Processing, Neural Networks, Genetic Alogrithms and Fuzzy Logic, Pattern Recognition, Simulation and Modelling Bachelor Thesis, Master Thesis

Model-based image reconstruction for optoacoustic biomicroscopy ETH Zurich Functional and Molecular Imaging Optoacoustic microscopy is emerging as a promising tool to look at the brain of small animals with fast scanning and high resolution. Current image reconstruction methods are limited and more advanced methods are required to unleash all the potential of this neuroimaging technique. Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Image Processing Master Thesis, Semester Project

Assay developement for cancer diagnostics ETH Zurich Biosensors and Bioelectronics (LBB) You will develop a diagnostic test for testicular cancer. The focus of the project will be on creating the biochemical protocols for the test. The project is in collaboration with a prelaunch startup and a hospital (USZ). Therefore, it is ideal for motivated students who want to have a direct impact Analytical Biochemistry, Biological and Medical Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Immunological and Bioassay Methods, Interdisciplinary Engineering, Materials Engineering, Sensor (Chemical and Bio-) Technology Master Thesis, Semester Project

Development of Pulsatile Flow Loop for Studies on Endothelial Cells University of Zurich The Interface Group In this project the student gets the chance to design and build a novel test bench which allows the generation of accurately controllable pulsatile flows for in-vitro studies on endothelial cells. Biomechanical Engineering, Fluidization and Fluid Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering Bachelor Thesis, Master Thesis, Semester Project

Engineering biological neural networks on high density CMOS based microelectrode arrays ETH Zurich Biosensors and Bioelectronics (LBB) The fundamental mechanisms of information processing in the brain are still poorly understood due to the high complexity of the brain. We tackle this challenge using the bottom-up neuroscience approach, where we make use of small, patterned in-vitro neuronal networks with precise architectures and connectivity. This system enables the analysis of neuronal information processing at a simplified level with only a few neurons. Biomaterials, Electrical Engineering, Neurosciences Bachelor Thesis, Master Thesis