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Machine Learning in Stroke Imaging ETH Zurich Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance The objective of this project is to develop and implement various machine learning methods to the recognition, segmentation, and diagnosis of brain strokes, using a large database of computer tomographic (CT) and magnetic resonance (MR) images. Information, Computing and Communication Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, Medical and Health Sciences, Physics Bachelor Thesis, Master Thesis, Semester Project

Development of a portable MEMS-enabled fluorescence tomography system University of Zurich Biomedical Optics Laboratory Fluorescence molecular tomography (FMT) provides molecular information on tracer bio-distribution in the organism similar to positron emission tomography (PET). Instead of using radioactive tracers in PET, FMT non-invasively resolves the three-dimensional distribution of fluorescent probes in vivo. Thus, it can be considered an optical version of PET (but only 1% cost of PET). A miniaturized FMT with compact design and easy handling is certainly attractive. This calls for the integration of MEMS and customized components facilitated with 3D printer technology. Previously we have developed a compact FMT standalone system and an FMT/MRI hybrid system, which serves as a starting point for the project. Biomechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Optics and Opto-electronic Physics Bachelor Thesis, Master Thesis, Semester Project

Optimization for Spiking Neural Networks University of Zurich Robotics and Perception An exploration of optimization methods for spiking neural networks Neural Networks, Genetic Alogrithms and Fuzzy Logic, Pattern Recognition Master Thesis

High-Performance Simulation of Spiking Neural Network on GPUs University of Zurich Robotics and Perception Exploit sparsity of data flow in spiking neural network simulations Computer Vision, Neural Networks, Genetic Alogrithms and Fuzzy Logic, Pattern Recognition, Simulation and Modelling, Software Engineering Semester Project

Tracing the role of clock neurons in brain function University of Zurich Institute of Pharmacology and Toxicology The mammalian "master clock" consists of 20,000 neurons in the hypothalamus controlling all aspects of diurnal behaviour and physiology. Using techniques ranging from optogenetics to single-cell -omics technologies, our laboratory tries to understand neural circuits therein and their function. Animal Physiology-Cell, Cell Neurochemistry, Gene Expression, Neurogenetics, Protein Targeting and Signal Transduction Master Thesis, Semester Project

Engineering the Diabetic Tendon Microenvironment ETH Zurich Snedeker Group / Laboratory for Orthopaedic Biomechanics This project aims to engineer a synthetic hydrogel-based cell niche that mimics key aspects of the diabetic tendon extracellular matrix. Patient-derived tendon fibroblasts will be used to construct a more physiologically relevant three-dimensional (3D) model. Biology, Engineering and Technology Bachelor Thesis, ETH Organization's Labels (ETHZ), IDEA League Student Grant (IDL), Internship, Lab Practice, Master Thesis, MD, Semester Project, Student Assistant / HiWi

Manipulation of nanowires for engineered strain sensors used in biomedical implants. ETH Zurich Biosensors and Bioelectronics (LBB) Fabrication of biocompatible strain sensors, resistive or capacitive to be used in-vivo to measure deformation of different tissues. The project is quite broad so many backgrounds will suit. Electrical Engineers, Material Scientist, Biomedical Engineers, among others. Biomedical Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Materials Engineering, Medical and Health Sciences, Physics Bachelor Thesis, Course Project, ETH Organization's Labels (ETHZ), Internship, Master Thesis, Semester Project

PostDOC position in child neurodevelopment. University of Zurich Department of Neonatology We look for a PhD neuro-/psychologist to join our team as a senior researcher for studies focused on the neurodevelopment of human milk fed infants with a special interest on family/environmental dynamics. Clinical Sciences, Developmental Psychology and Ageing, Neurosciences, Psychology not elsewhere classified Post-Doc Position

The role of tendon matrix composition in regulating tenocytes fate: A tissue engineering approach. ETH Zurich Snedeker Group / Laboratory for Orthopaedic Biomechanics The goal of this project is to create a 3D in vitro model to study tendon cell-ECM interaction using collagen gels and primary rat tenocytes. Biomaterials, Biomechanical Engineering, Biomechanics, Cellular Interactions (incl. Adhesion, Matrix, Cell Wall), Gene Expression, Sports Medicine ETH Organization's Labels (ETHZ), IDEA League Student Grant (IDL), Internship, Lab Practice, Master Thesis, MD, Other specific labels, Semester Project

Tendon-on-a-Chip: Developing and characterizing a multi-channels microfluidic device for studying tendon biology ETH Zurich Snedeker Group / Laboratory for Orthopaedic Biomechanics This goal of this project is to refine and characterize a novel approach in designing microfluidic networks that allow to host tendon-like micro-tissue structures for long-term culturing experiments under mechanical stimulation. Aerospace Engineering, Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Information, Computing and Communication Sciences, Interdisciplinary Engineering, Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, Medical and Health Sciences, Physics Bachelor Thesis, ETH Organization's Labels (ETHZ), IDEA League Student Grant (IDL), Internship, Lab Practice, Master Thesis, Other specific labels, Semester Project, Student Assistant / HiWi