University Hospital Zurich

Open Opportunities

PhD student (Electrical Engineering) wanted: Non-invasive 3D imaging of the head of newborns with near-infrared light University of Zurich Biomedical Optics Laboratory We will build an imager based on near-infrared optical tomography (NIROT) that is able to non-invasively image brain oxygenation in preterm and term neonates. Wanted: Ph.D. student: an electrical engineer/physicist with a Masters Degree and profound knowledge in hardware (PCB design, FPGA, optical components) and software (C, C++, Matlab, VHDL) engineering. Biomedical Engineering PhD Placement

Interventional ML for respiratory failure prediction and prevention University of Zurich Institut für Intensivmedizin Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) is a life-threatening condition with high mortality rates in intensive care units, making early prediction crucial for timely interventions. This project explores Bayesian networks as an interpretable alternative to traditional machine learning models for ARDS risk prediction. By leveraging counterfactual explanations and interventional machine learning, we aim to identify actionable ventilator settings that could reduce ARDS risk. The analysis will use real-world ICU data from the University Hospital of Zurich and be externally validated on public datasets. This work bridges AI, causal inference, and clinical decision-making to enhance patient care. Clinical Engineering, Medical and Health Sciences Course Project, Master Thesis, Semester Project

Characterization of Membranes for Microfluidic Biomarker Monitoring University of Zurich Biomedical Optics Laboratory Join our research on developing a non-invasive microfluidic device for continuous biomarker monitoring in preterm infants to eliminate the need for blood sampling. This project focuses on optimizing a probe's membrane permeability through in vitro diffusion experiments to improve microdialysis technique and neonatal healthcare. Biomedical Engineering Bachelor Thesis, Master Thesis, Semester Project

Projects in Urologic Tissue Engineering and Prostate Cancer Therapy University of Zurich Department of Urology Our lab offers several master projects. Interested students can choose between projects associated with: (1) Smooth Muscle Cell Characterization and Functional Assays (2) Therapies and Biomarkers in Prostate Cancer (3) Understanding Immunosuppression in the Prostate Cancer Microenvironment (4) Investigating the Effects of Oncogene Addiction on Prostate Cancer Metastasis Biology Master Thesis

Simulating light propagation and retrieving oxygen saturation in a restricted space University of Zurich Biomedical Optics Laboratory This project aims at the development of a software for simulating light propagation over short distances, a necessary tool to achieve accurate measurement of oxygen saturation in tissue using compact devices. Biomedical Engineering Bachelor Thesis, Master Thesis, Semester Project