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Biomedical enegineering

Graduate profile

A PhD graduate in Biomedical Engineering is a highly qualified expert educated at the intersection of electrical engineering, biomedical sciences, and advanced data processing. Graduates possess strong interdisciplinary knowledge enabling them to analyse, model, and evaluate complex biomedical problems, with creativity, innovation, and scientific rigor forming the core of their professional profile. Graduates apply advanced engineering methods to the development of biomedical sensors, measurement systems, and non-invasive diagnostic techniques, particularly those based on electromagnetic principles. They are capable of independently solving complex research and engineering challenges, combining analytical and synthetic thinking to design, implement, and validate innovative solutions. A strong emphasis is placed on the effective use of computational tools, scientific literature, and experimental methods to achieve research objectives. Doctoral graduates master scientific methods of basic and applied biomedical research and are able to critically assess both their own results and the work of others using transparent, reliable, and reproducible evaluation approaches. They conduct independent research with high ethical standards and translate theoretical and experimental findings into practical biomedical applications. Their original research contributes to the advancement of biomedical engineering and is suitable for dissemination through international scientific publications, professional reports, and conference presentations. Graduates are also trained to communicate complex biomedical and engineering concepts effectively to both specialist and non-specialist audiences and to work independently or as part of multidisciplinary research and development teams.

Employment profile

Graduates find employment in biomedical research and development, medical technology companies, healthcare technology innovation, and academic institutions. Typical roles include the design and validation of biomedical sensors, non-invasive diagnostic systems, medical devices, and electromagnetic compatibility solutions, as well as research positions focused on biomedical signal analysis, imaging, and biocompatibility. Graduates are well prepared for careers in high-technology healthcare sectors and international research environments, fully aligned with the doctoral (EQF Level 8) profile in biomedical engineering.

KNOWLEDGE

  • Biomedical engineering at the intersection of electrical engineering and biomedical sciences
  • Biomedical sensors and measurement systems
  • Non-invasive diagnostic techniques, particularly electromagnetic-based methods
  • Advanced data processing and computational methods in biomedicine
  • Principles of biomedical signal acquisition and analysis
  • Methods of basic and applied biomedical research
  • Current research trends in biomedical engineering
  • Ethical principles and standards in biomedical research

SKILL

  • Analysis, modelling, and evaluation of complex biomedical problems
  • Design, implementation, and validation of biomedical sensors and diagnostic systems
  • Application of advanced engineering methods to biomedical challenges
  • Use of computational tools, experimental techniques, and scientific literature
  • Critical evaluation of experimental and research results
  • Execution of independent biomedical research projects
  • Preparation of scientific publications, reports, and conference presentations
  • Collaboration in multidisciplinary teams

COMPETENCY

  • Independent, critical, and creative scientific thinking
  • Ability to translate research results into practical biomedical applications
  • High level of analytical and problem-solving capability
  • Scientific integrity and ethical responsibility
  • Effective communication with specialist and non-specialist audiences
  • Teamwork in interdisciplinary and international environments
  • Adaptability and commitment to lifelong learning

Open PhD. positions

Dynamika mikrovaskulárnych oscilácií v koži
Štefan Borik

Multidisciplinárny prístup k hodnoteniu difúznej kapacity pľúc v biomedicíne
z hľadiska technických aspektov a klinického významu
Milan Smetana

MECHANO‑BAKTERICÍDNE NANOŠTRUKTÚROVANÉ POVRCHY PRE
BIOMEDICÍNSKE APLIKÁCIE
Ladislav Janoušek

Netepelné účinky extrémne nízkofrekvenčného elektromagnetického poľa
na živé organizmy
Ladislav Janoušek

Výskum algoritmov pre pokročilú analýzu objektov záujmu respiračného
epitelu
Dušan Koniar

Doctoral study plan

Supervisors

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Branislav Babušiak

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Mariana Beňová

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Štefan Borik

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Libor Hargaš

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Ladislav Janoušek

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Dušan Koniar

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Milan Smetana