Materials Meet LifeOpen OpportunitiesWe are looking for a motivated Master Thesis student to join the Nanomaterials Spectroscopy and Imaging Group at Empa, located in the vibrant city of Zurich, Switzerland. Investigate carrier dynamics of cutting-edge optoelectronic materials, including thin films and 2D materials. Simulate Time Resolved Photoluminescence (TRPL) response. Fit experimental results and extract crucial optoelectronic parameters like diffusion coefficient, carrier concentration, and carrier lifetime.
Gain hands-on experience in a dynamic research environment. Collaborate with leading experts in the field. Work on cutting-edge projects with real-world applications.
- Numerical Analysis, Optics and Opto-electronic Physics, Programming Techniques
- Master Thesis
| Wound infections present a significant challenge in healthcare, and traditional treatments involving antibiotics can lead to the emergence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Probiotics (i.e. the "good bacteria") have been studied widely for their potential antimicrobial effects and use in wound treatment as an alternative to antibi-otics. They have been reported to enhance wound healing, produce antimicrobial substances, disrupt biofilm, and restore the microbial balance in wounds. In this project, we aim to combine the benefits of probiotics and hydrogels to form a so-called "living hydrogel": i.e. a hydrogel with organisms inside. The living hydrogel can not only fulfill the function of a normal wound patch but also deliver the therapeutic factors secreted by the encapsulated probiotics to fight against pathogen infection and also promote wound healing. - Biomedical Engineering, Complementary/alternative Medicine, Interdisciplinary Engineering, Macromolecular Chemistry, Materials Engineering
- Internship, Master Thesis
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