INSTITUTE OF BIOENGINEERING This institute is jointly affiliated with the Schools of Engineering and Life Sciences.
Biomedical Engineering & Biomechanic
EPFL is a hub of interdisciplinary research in Biomedical Engineering and Biomechanics, where engineering principles are applied to understand, diagnose, and treat medical conditions. Researchers develop innovative medical devices, diagnostic tools, and computational models to study the mechanics of biological tissues and systems. From simulating cardiovascular flow to designing implants and wearable technologies, EPFL combines biomechanics, materials science, and data-driven methods to improve human health and advance clinical practice. This field plays a vital role in shaping the future of medicine through engineering innovation.
Key research themes
Rehabilitation robotics
Mechanobiology
Wearable assistive devices
Biorobotics
Biomedical microfluidics
Biosensors and bioelectronics
Orthopedic biomechanics
Cardiovascular modeling
Human-machine interfaces
Personalized medicine
Imaging-based diagnostics
Drug delivery systems
Biomechanical modeling
Bio-AFM (atomic force microscopy)
Professor with specific keywords
BARTH Patrick
Protein design, synthetic biology, optogenetics, , mechanobiology