PhD in Electrical Engineering

This project aims to develop next-generation mind-controlled prosthetics and exoskeletons using memristor-based neuromorphic interfaces that emulate human synapses. You'll design, nanofabricate, and characterize these artificial synapses, establishing the foundational building blocks for advanced neurorehabilitation technologies. This project aims to develop memristors exhibiting artificial synaptic behaviour and use them to build the first-of-its-kind peripheral neuron/synapse networks for neuro-controlled assistive devices. This is a highly interdisciplinary project, suitable for you if you have a background or strong interest in electrical engineering, signal processing, computer communication, or micro/nano devices and systems. If you are someone keen to apply these skills to healthcare applications, with the ultimate goal of improving quality of life, this project could be a great fit. You'll be supported by a transdisciplinary supervisory team with proven expertise in memristors and assistive healthcare technologies, and you'll have the opportunity to collaborate within a dynamic, interdisciplinary research team and benefit from established stakeholder networks.