On June 26–27, 2025, experts from research, healthcare, and industry came together to exchange insights and explore the future of additive manufacturing in healthcare.💡 From engaging keynotes and panel discussions to hands-on workshops and the dynamic pitch contest – these two days were all about innovation, collaboration, and forward-thinking solutions.A…

Liebe Kolleginnen und Kollegen,liebe Ehemalige,wir freuen uns, Euch ganz herzlich zum IM²-Sommerfest 2025 des Instituts für Medizintechnik und Medizininformatik an der Hochschule für Life Sciences FHNW in Muttenz einzuladen!Gemeinsam mit unseren wissenschaftlichen Mitarbeitenden, Assistierenden, Dozierenden und Ehemaligen möchten wir einen gemütlichen Sommerabend verbringen – mit gutem Essen, kalten Getränken und…

We are proud to celebrate the outstanding achievement of Michaela Maintz, a former student and now doctoral graduate with deep roots in our Institute of Medical Engineering and Medical Informatics at the FHNW School of Life Sciences Muttenz.On June 24, 2025, Michaela successfully defended her PhD dissertation at…

We were proud to represent the Institute of Medical Engineering and Medical Informatics at the FHNW School of Life Sciences in Muttenz, at one of Switzerland’s key events for the medtech industry – with a dedicated team including Corentin Féry, Simon Lemoigne, Guillaume CLEMENT,…

The Swiss Society for Biomedical Engineering (SSBE) is pleased to announce the call for applications for the SSBE Research Award 2025!🏆 This award recognizes outstanding PhD or equivalent research completed between 1 July 2024 and 30 June 2025.It offers a valuable opportunity to present your work to a national audience…

Prof. Dr. Erik Schkommodau, Head of the Institute of Medical Engineering and Medical Informatics at FHNW, shares insights in the latest issue of the Swiss Samaritan Association magazine on how AI is already reshaping first aid today:👉 From enhanced diagnostics and groundbreaking research to innovative training methods using mixed reality…

In this study, we developed a novel electromagnetic tracking system (EMT) based on quasi-static magnetic fields for accurate localization of deep brain stimulation (DBS) electrodes during surgery. By leveraging miniaturized sensors and advanced field generators, our system enables millimetric spatial resolution and precise angular tracking, offering real-time guidance for neurosurgeons.The…

Starting today at 1:00 PM, the Institute IM² from FHNW is present with two booths at the Annual Congress of the Swiss Academy of Engineering Sciences #SATW, held at the FHNW Campus in Muttenz.📅 May 27, 2025📍 FHNW Campus MuttenzThis year’s focus:How are Artificial Intelligence and Quantum Computing transforming…

Our trusty coffee machine had been out of order for nine months.Retired, almost forgotten – quietly blending in as part of the workshop equipment.Fortunately, we had a backup machine – coffee supply remained stable, and so did morale. But then, last Thursday, something spontaneous happened:Roman Santschi & Nico…

📍 Hall 2, Booth 2-210It’s the final day of the event – and we’re excited about the continued interest in the innovations presented by the Institute of Medical Engineering and Medical Informatics at the FHNW in Muttenz, School of Life Sciences.From smart textiles and 3D scanning to magnetic tracking, our…

The Institute for Medical Engineering and Medical Informatics at the FHNW School of Life Sciences in Muttenz is currently inviting applications for two professorships.We are seeking qualified and committed individuals with a strong academic background who are eager to contribute to our interdisciplinary research and teaching activities in the field…

We are excited to share that the Kokoro Project♥️, an interdisciplinary initiative funded by the Swiss Nanoscience Institute (SNI), University of Basel, was featured on Millevoci, a radio program by Radiotelevisione svizzera (RSI)!🔬 Prof. Anna Marsano provided fascinating insights into the project’s innovative approach, bridging nanoscience, biomedical engineering, technology, and…

Anastomotic leaks (AL) are a serious complication in abdominal surgeries – they affect 10-20% of the 14 million procedures performed worldwide each year. The DrainSense project is developing a bio-inspired sensor array that detects these leaks early, improving diagnosis.🎯 Our goal: more accurate AL diagnosis, fewer complications, lower healthcare costs,…

Yesterday, we had the pleasure of sharing an unforgettable evening together! 🥂A huge thank you to all colleagues who joined and made the reception such a special event. Your great mood, the thoughtful decorations, and the warm atmosphere made the evening truly perfect. 💬 From delicious fondue at the standing…

His dissertation, titled “Dual-Scale Hybrid Patches Combining 3D-Bioprinted Constructs with Directional Nanofiber Network to Mimic Native Myocardium, Towards in-vitro Heart Models”, represents an outstanding contribution to the field of tissue engineering and cardiac research.This work, funded by the SNI PhD Program, would not have been possible without the invaluable guidance and…

🧑‍🔬 Wir freuen uns auf ein inspirierendes 2025 voller Innovationen, spannender Projekte und enger Zusammenarbeit in der Medizintechnik und Medizininformatik. 🌟Ein besonderes Highlight in diesem Jahr:📢 Die gemeinsame Jahrestagung der Österreichischen, Deutschen und Schweizer Gesellschaften für Biomedizintechnik (BMT 2025) findet vom 9. bis 11. September 2025 bei uns auf dem…

🎓✨ Congratulations to Hugo Nicolas on his successful doctoral defense! 🎉👏Hugo Nicolas, a PhD student at FHNW School of Life Sciences in Muttenz, Institute for Medical Engineering and Medical Informatics (IM²), and at the Universität Straßburg, defended his doctoral thesis on Monday. 📚🧠The title of his thesis: “Development…

We were thrilled to host and co-organize this year’s international aiHealth2024 conference at our campus. 🚀The event featured three key focus areas:🔍 Artificial intelligence in diagnostics,💊 Therapeutics, and🧠 Digital twin applications.Experts from industry, clinics, and academia came together to discuss cutting-edge research, pressing challenges, and visionary developments shaping the future…

Welcome Markus Oelhafen to the Institute for Medical Informatics and Medical Engineering 🎉We warmly welcome Dr. Markus Oelhafen , our new lecturer for Biomedical Engineering, to the Institute for Medical Informatics and Medical Technology at the School of Life Sciences, FHNW Muttenz.Markus Oelhafen is a technology…

Check out our new paper about research data management in Deep Brain Stimulation: “Optimizing neuroscience data management by combining REDCap, BIDS and SQLite: a case study in Deep Brain Stimulation”https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/neuroinformatics/articles/10.3389/fninf.2024.1435971/fullIn this manuscript we present a specialized data management system designed to enhance research workflows in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS),…