Faculty of Biomedical Engineering
Prof. Shulamit Levenberg
Research Field: Bioprinting engineered tissue constructs. Developing bioinks for advanced bioprinting and designing bioreactors for tissue cultivation.
Required background: experience in tissue culture or 3D printing recommended
https://bme.technion.ac.il/en/team/prof-levenberg-shulamit/
Dr. Hemi Rotenberg
Research Field: Developing biomaterials for bioelectronic and biomechanical modulation of cells. The proposed project is aimed on developing materials that allow electrical stimulation with high spatial resolution (sub-cellular) within a 3D cellular construct.
Required background: Knowledge in tissue culture work (specifically neuronal cell culture- advantage), confocal microscopy, and/or biomaterials.
https://biointerfaces-lab.net.technion.ac.il/
Dr. Moti Freiman
Research Field: Lab focus: improving patient care through better characterization of the underlying physiological and structural factors in human diseases by developing novel deep-learning-based methods for MRI acquisition and analysis.
Research project: Improving Breast Cancer diagnosis and management using AI-based analysis of Diffusion-Weighted MRI data.
Required background: Strong programming skills (python) Strong theoretical and practical background in developing deep-learning models with PyTorch.
Assoc. Prof. Yoav Shechtman
Research Field: Developing computational optical imaging methods for microscopy and diagnostics.
Required background: background in optics highly recommended.
https://www.clever-microscopy.com/
Dr. Arielle Fisher
Research field: My research focuses on biomechanics (clinical and sports), wearable technology, and rehabilitation. By combining motion analysis, machine learning, and advanced sensing technologies, I aim to enhance mobility and improve the quality of life for individuals with orthopedic impairments. Key areas of interest include gait analysis, exoskeleton control, sports performance, and developing assistive technologies for aging populations and patients recovering from injuries.
Research projects:
“Computer Vision-Based Motion Tracking and Pose Detection in Human Movement Analysis”: This project focuses on implementing computer vision algorithms for motion tracking and pose detection using tools like OpenPose.
“Analyzing Physiological and Motion Data: ECG and Biomechanics Integration”
This project involves the integration of ECG signals with motion capture data to understand the correlation between physiological and biomechanical factors during movement.
Background requirements:
Background in Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related fields. Knowledge of programming languages like Python or MATLAB. Strong analytical skills and interest in motion analysis, computer vision, or physiological monitoring. Prior experience with data processing or machine learning or computer vision or physiological signal processing is an advantage.
https://www.fischerbiomotionlab.com/
Assoc. Prof. Firas Mawase
Research field: At the heart of our laboratory’s research lies a significant question that has intrigued scientists for generations: Why do we move the way we do? Understanding the mechanisms that underlie motor behavior and motor recovery after brain injury are the core of my research endeavor. In our lab, we are committed to investigating the underlying mechanisms of motor behavior and elucidating the collaborative processes of the brain and body in motor restoration following injuries such as stroke.
Research project:
Building upon our newfound understanding, rooted in our studies of multi-day intensive learning, computational modeling of stroke recovery, the interplay between flexion and extension movements in health and after stroke, and the MRI-based lesion-mapping analysis, we are currently in the middle of multiple clinical trials where we implement our advances in the neural control of finger dexterity for designing personalized rehabilitation protocols. This translational application aims to bridge the chasm of lost finger dexterity observed after a stroke.
Background requirements: Only students completing 3rd year undergraduate studies need to apply. Applicants should be passionate about research in neuroscience.
Assoc. Prof. Netanel Korin
Research field: The Cardiovascular NanoMed Eng. lab focuses on engineering aspects of vascular biology with a focus on the interplay between hemodynamics, vascular physiology, and transport phenomena in vascular diseases. The long-term objective of this research is to allow better understanding of the biophysical determinants of vascular disease and to leverage this knowledge to develop innovative therapeutic approaches.
Research project:
To study in vitro localized therapeutic to aneurysm sites using injectable biomaterials.
Background requirements: Knowledge of bio-transport/fluid mechanics is needed.
https://korinlab.net.technion.ac.il/
Dr. Katrien Vandoorne
Research field: We develop MRI imaging techniques to visualize these complex behaviors in cardiovascular disease animal models. Our research focuses on both basic science and clinically translatable work. We also implement new PET/SPECT/CT imaging techniques to map novel targets to early map inflammatory diseases.
