Our Research Group
The interdisciplinary research field of computer-assisted surgery (CAS) at the department of Otorhinolaryngology at Hannover Medical School (MHH) offers an exciting environment for practical experience in research and development for students in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Biomedical Engineering, and Informatics. We are looking forward to develop new concepts and therapies for hearing-impaired patients in the VIANNA laboratories in the NIFE research facility.
Research Area
Cochlear implantation (CI) involves the insertion of an electrode array (EA) into the cochlea to electrically stimulate the auditory nerve and restore hearing. The procedure requires high precision, as the delicate membranous structures within the cochlea can only tolerate minimal contact before sustaining damage, potentially leading to a loss of residual hearing. Our research group is therefore developing tools to make this procedure safer and effective, including:
- Software for recording and visualizing intraoperatively measured insertion forces
- Algorithms for detecting and removing artifacts that may occur during CI surgery
- Testing and validating feedback systems to assist surgeons during CI procedures
Tasks
- Support in the development and testing of software components in C++ and MATLAB
- Work with real-time sensor data processing and visualization
- Documentation and presentation of work results within the team
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a comparable field
- Basic knowledge of C++; experience with MATLAB is a plus
- Familiarity with software development tools (e.g., Git, Visual Studio)
- Good command of English
We offer
- Collaboration in an interdisciplinary working group on a current development project with high relevance for the future treatment of hearing loss
- Support in familiarizing yourself with the above-mentioned programming languages, frameworks, and toolkits
- Flexible working hours that fits your studies
- Further opportunities for Internship or Thesis
Application Procedure
Complete application, including a CV and transcript of records, stating the reference number (2025-10-CI-ForceControl), should be sent to:
Subiran Shrestha, M. Sc.
Medizinische Hochschule Hannover
Institut für Audioneurotechnologie
Stadtfelddamm 34, 30625 Hannover
0511 / 532 –7263
shrestha.subiran@mh-hannover.de
www.vianna.de/ags/cas.html
