Medical Sensors and Actuators
(Status: April 2026)
Biomedical Sensor Technology part of the course
The course covers the fundamentals and applications of modern sensor technology in medicine. The course introduces students to the principles of biomedical sensing and provides a basic understanding of the physical, chemical, biological and optical measurement principles used in biomedical applications. Different types of sensors are introduced, including mechanical, thermal, bioelectrical, chemical and optical sensors, and their use in diagnostics, monitoring and therapy is discussed. Students will learn which sensor and transducer types are suitable for specific applications. They understand their special requirements and limitations. In addition, practical examples such as pulse oximeters, ECG sensors, glucose sensors and implantable pressure sensors are considered. The aim is to prepare students for the development and application of innovative sensor technologies in biomedical research and practice.
| Lecturer | Prof. Caroline Murawski, PD Julia Walther |
| Module | EuI-BMT-E-MSAG |
| V/Ü/S/P | 4/0/2/2 |
| Semester | Summer semester 2026 |
| When |
Lecture Biomedical Sensor Technology Mon 11:10 - 12:40 |
| Where | Lecture Biomedical Sensor Technology TOE/0315/U Lecture Biomedical Optics MTZ / SR4 Seminar TOE/0315/U Practical course by arrangement |
| Materials | OPAL |
| Contents |
After completing this module, students will be familiar with...
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