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Auckland Bioengineering Institute

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The Auckland Bioengineering Institute (ABI) does world-leading research that enhances the diagnosis and treatment of a range of medical conditions, as well as helping to improve the lives of people with disabilities or injuries. Our research makes a real difference in the world. We’ve designed sensors to diagnose stomach disease without needing invasive surgery;developed a tiny wireless implantable device to measure brain pressure and save the lives of children with hydrocephalus;and we lead the world in building digital models of the human body which will enhance personalised medicine approaches for improved diagnosis and treatment.

Why study at the Auckland Bioengineering Institute?

Study your research-based PhD or Masters degree alongside our internationally-recognised supervisors.

Our PhD and Masters graduates are amongst the most employable in the world.

We are a melting pot of a great number of disciplines, with students from over 50 different countries and a wide range of backgrounds.

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#65

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About the Auckland Bioengineering Institute

Our vision is to bring together talented people who are supported to be ambitious, and ensure our research positively impacts people in Aotearoa New Zealand and around the world. At the ABI, we apply engineering and technical innovation to advancing medical care, human capability, and understanding of human physiology. And we connect with our communities through regular free public events and seminars, and inspire the next generation of researchers through school visits.

There is a māori saying which goes:
He aha te mea nui o te ao? What is the most important thing in the world?
He tāngata, he tāngata, he tāngata! It is the people, it is the people, it is the people!

We are a melting pot of a great number of disciplines, with academics and postgraduate students from over 50 different countries and a wide range of backgrounds and disciplines, which fosters a very creative environment. Our students benefit from financial support such as scholarships and grants only available at the ABI.

Launch your own startup based on your research and get the backing you need to develop and succeed. Our startups include Soul Machines and Alimetry. Expand your learning and networking through international travel, conferences and collaborative projects involving researchers from around the world.

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Bond graph model generation from molecular dynamics simulations

University of Auckland Auckland Bioengineering Institute
  Research Group: Gastrointestinal Research Group
Genome-wide association studies (GWAS) have transformed our understanding of disease risk, but translating genetic variation into mechanistic insight remains a major challenge. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr JD Dowrick, Dr KT Tran
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Building a differentiable AI model of apple tissues

University of Auckland Auckland Bioengineering Institute
This project aims to develop a fully differentiable, physics-based digital twin of apple tissue that links microstructural, biochemical, and mechanical processes to macroscopic fruit quality outcomes. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr J Hussan
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Closed-loop model predictive control for hypercapnic respiratory failure patients

University of Auckland Auckland Bioengineering Institute
  Research Group: Lungs and Respiratory System
Currently, due to a struggling healthcare system, patients with hypercapnic respiratory failure are only seen by clinicians once an hour, meaning their oxygen control is suboptimal. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr FA Argus, Dr M Tawhai
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Decoding gastric electrical activity non-invasively

University of Auckland Auckland Bioengineering Institute
This project offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of new computational tools for the personalised, non-invasive assessment of stomach function. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr RA Avci
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Deep learning for cardiac medical image analysis

University of Auckland Auckland Bioengineering Institute
We are seeking a highly motivated PhD student to join an exciting interdisciplinary project focused on artificial intelligence and deep learning for cardiac medical image analysis. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr J Zhao
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Developing realistic placental blood vessel virtual phantoms for optimisation of ultrasound scans

University of Auckland Auckland Bioengineering Institute
Doppler ultrasound is an important diagnostic tool in the field of obstetrics allowing for clinicians to assess haemodynamics of the placenta during pregnancy. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr A Clark
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Development of a wearable electro-impedance tomography system for early breast cancer screening

University of Auckland Auckland Bioengineering Institute
Imagine a future where a simple piece of clothing could help save lives. This PhD project aims to develop a revolutionary smart bra that uses gentle, safe electrical signals to detect breast cancer earlier than ever before. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr MH Hesam, Dr TY Yeung
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Interested in a PhD or Masters degree in Bioengineering?

University of Auckland Auckland Bioengineering Institute
Interested in a rewarding career in bioengineering? Want to work at one of the world's leading medtech companies, or launch your own? Want to cure life-threatening diseases, create cool tech, or save the planet? Bioengineering is your ticket to having a real impact on your future world. Read more
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Multimodal lymphoedema mapper

University of Auckland Auckland Bioengineering Institute
Lymphoedema is a painful, permanent swelling caused by disruption to lymphatic system drainage, affecting over 5,000 New Zealanders annually. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof P Nielsen
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Predictive biomechanics for aortic dissection prevention

University of Auckland Auckland Bioengineering Institute
Aortic dissection is a medical emergency caused by a tear in the aortic wall, with a staggering 50% mortality rate within 30 days for those who survive long enough to reach a hospital. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr V Suresh
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Smart garments for personalised compression therapy

University of Auckland Auckland Bioengineering Institute
This exciting project, a collaboration between the Auckland Bioengineering Institute, Auckland University of Technology (AUT), and The Centre for Health, will develop a world-first smart sensing layer that can be integrated into the commercially available dynamic compression suit (Flowpresso). Read more
 Supervisor: Dr MH Hesam
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Unlock the future of precision cardiology

University of Auckland Auckland Bioengineering Institute
Are you ready to redefine how we understand heart disease? This PhD project at the Auckland Bioengineering Institute (ABI) offers a unique opportunity to sit at the intersection of cutting-edge omics data science and advanced computational physiology. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr D Nickerson
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