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151-0905-00L 4 Credits MSC D-HEST , D-MAVT , D-PHYS , D-ITET

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Medical Technology Innovation - From Concept to Clinics

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Inge Herrmann

VVZ CR 4.2

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:01:33

Abstract

Project-oriented learning on how to develop technological solutions to address unmet clinical needs.

Objective

After completing the course, you will be able to effectively collaborate with medical doctors in order to identify important unmet clinical needs. You will be able to ideate and develop appropriate engineering solutions and implementation strategies for real-world clinical problems. This lecture aims to prepare you for typical engineering challenges in the real-world where - in addition to the development of an elegant solution -interdisciplinary team work and effective communication play a key role.

Resources

Lecture Notes

will be available on the moodle.

Literature

will be available on the moodle.

General Information

Language: English
Levels: MSC
Frequency: Yearly recurring

Examination

Type: graded semester performance

Registration & Places

Max Places: 60

Course Components

Type	Title	Time & Place	Hours
lecture with exercise	Medical Technology Innovation - From Concept to Clinics	Tue 08:15-11:00 (RZ F 21)	3 h weekly

Offered In

Mechanical Engineering Master
- Core Courses
  - Robotics, Systems and Control (The courses listed in this category “Core Courses” are recommended. Alternative courses can be chosen in agreement with the tutor.)
Process Engineering Master
- Core Courses
Biomedical Engineering Master
- Track Courses
  - Biomechanics
    - Recommended Elective Courses (These courses are particularly recommended for the Biomechanics track. Please consult your track advisor if you wish to select other subjects.)
  - Bioelectronics
    - Recommended Elective Courses (These courses are particularly recommended for the Bioelectronics track. Please consult your track advisor if you wish to select other subjects.)
  - Molecular Bioengineering
    - Recommended Elective Courses (These courses are particularly recommended for the Molecular Bioengineering track. Please consult your track advisor if you wish to select other subjects.)