What progress and innovations are there in medical technology research? An exciting topic that experts will shed light on in a special event: At the first nationwide "Night of Biosignals" on November 15, citizens, students and pupils will learn more about the complex signals of our body and their applications in medical research, diagnosis and therapy - presented in an understandable and vivid way. Admission is free.
The event is organized by the "Biosignals" committee of the German Society for Biomedical Engineering (DGBMT), the largest scientific and technical association for medical technology in Germany.
Many colleges and universities will be hosting entertaining lectures and discussions on the latest developments in biomedicine on this evening. The Hochschule Niederrhein (HSNR) is also taking part and invites you to its Future Work Lab (Petersstraße 122) in Krefeld. Nine young experts will be giving insights into their current research from 6 p.m. to midnight. Further exciting presentations from other locations will be streamed. Registration is not required - interested parties can simply drop by and listen to the presentations depending on their time and interest in the topic.
Nana Schlage from the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at HSNR will be presenting a functionalized knee brace that uses textile-integrated sensors to support rehabilitation after cruciate ligament treatment. The aim is to avoid incorrect strain and sponsor effective recovery in everyday life, sport and leisure.
Lucas Klauth from the same faculty will provide insights into the possibilities of AI for obtaining medical data. He will present how data can be generated that describes the mechanical function of the heart (ballistocardiography).
Other topics include "Health check via cell phone camera", "Electronics for the eye - making the blind see" and "AI vs. evidence-based guidelines". A small exhibition with information stands and exhibits rounds off the program.
The event in Krefeld is organized by the HSNR Competence Centre for Research for Intelligent Assistance Systems and Technologies (FAST), which focuses its research on applications in the fields of logistics, health and home care, disaster management and mobility within society.
The event is supported by the Fraunhofer Institute for Microelectronic Circuits and Systems (IMS) as an expert in the development of customized sensor technology and biomedical sensors. The University of Duisburg-Essen, an important partner in the Ruhr region's knowledge landscape, is also taking part.
The complete program is available online at: https://nacht-der-biosignale.de/.
