Research Profiles
AIP: Audio Information Processing (Prof. Seeber)
Main Topics:
- Signal processing for cochlear implants and hearing aids
- Audio-visual virtual reality and room acoustics
- Methods for spatial sound reproduction and spatial hearing
- Psychoacoustics – Relating sound to perception in experiments and models of the normal and impaired auditory system
- Acoustic non-destructive testing and machine learning in audio
Web: www.ei.tum.de/aip
BAI: Bio-Inspired Information Processing (Prof. Hemmert)
Main Topics :
- Modeling: Neuronal processing in the auditory system, Electrical and optical stimulation of neurons, Improvement of cochlear implants
- Experimental: Listening experiments, Measurement of neuronal potentials, Binaural synthesis, Micromechanics and microsystems
Web: www.ei.tum.de/bai
CNE: Computational Neuroengineering (Prof. Cheng, komm.)
Main Topics :
- Statistical models and machine learning algorithms for large-scale data-analysis
- Collaboration with experimental laboratories performing measurements of neural activity and behavior
- Bayesian inference: structured probabilistic models
Web: www.ei.tum.de/cne
COD: Coding for Communications and Data Storage (Prof. Wachter-Zeh)
Main Topics :
- Coding theory
- Post-quantum cryptography:
- code-based and lattice-based systems
- Coding for data storage:
- non-volatile memories, distributed
- data storage, DNA storage
- Network coding
- Private information retrieval
Web: www.ei.tum.de/lnt
CPH: Computational Photonics (Prof. Jirauschek)
Main Topics :
- Multi-domain modeling of quantum cascade laser structures for the terahertz and mid-infrared spectral region
- Modeling and design of fiber and solid state lasers for applications in biomedical optics, sensing, and ultrafast optics Modeling of nanostructured photonic and quantum effect devices
Web: www.ei.tum.de/cph
EAL: Electrical Drive Systems and Power Electronics (Prof. Kennel)
Main Topics:
- Encoderless control of electrical drives
- Modern control strategies for electrical drives
- „wireless“ energy/power transmission
- Renewable energy systems (focus on photovoltaics, wind energy & efficiency)
Web: www.ei.tum.de/eal
EDA: Electronic Design Automation (Prof. Schlichtmann)
Main Topics:
- Software tools for design of integrated circuits (ICs) and systems
- Mathematical algorithms for analysis, modeling, synthesis and optimization from transistor to system level
Web: www.ei.tum.de/eda
EEN: Power Transmission Systems (Prof. Witzmann)
Main Topics:
- Grid Integration of Decentralized Regenerative Electric Power Generation
- Electrical Vehicles and Grid Integration
- Smart Grids
- Dynamic Analysis of large Power Systems
- Insulation Coordination and Very Fast Transients
- Modelling of Technical Equipment and Network Systems
Web: www.ei.tum.de/hsa
EES: Electrical Energy Storage Technology (Prof. Jossen)
Main Topics:
- Electrothermal modelling and simulation on cell-, module- and system-level
- Investigation of cell processes for improvement of e.g. safety and ageing characteristics
- Development of optimal control strategies for high lifetime, safety and reliability
- Construction and testing of systems for stationary and mobile usage
Web: www.ei.tum.de/ees
ENS: Renewable and Sustainable Energy Systems (Prof. Hamacher)
Main Topics:
- Modeling and optimization of energy systems at different scales under technical, economic, and ecological constraints
- Simulation and development of smart micro-grids for industrial and developing countries
- Life Cycle Assessment as major tool to measure and promote sustainable development
Web: www.ei.tum.de/ens
ESI: Embedded Systems and Internet of Things (Prof. Steinhorst)
Main Topics :
- Decentralized system architectures for Embedded and Cyber-Physical Systems in the context of the Internet of Things (IoT)
- Design methodology and hardware/software architecture co-design
- Application areas: Automotive, Industrial Automation, Smart Energy
Web: www.ei.tum.de/esi
ESM: Environmental Sensing and Modeling (Prof. Chen)
Main Topics:
- Urban greenhouse gas and pollutant emissions
- Sensor network development with differential column measurements
- Fourier transform spectrometry
- Solar-tracking instrumentation
- Atmospheric modeling
- VCSEL-based gas sensing
- Tunable diode laser absorption spectroscopy
- Satellite-based remote sensing
Web: www.ei.tum.de/esm
EWK: Energy Economy and Application Technology (Prof. Wagner)
Main Topics:
Research and teaching at the chair lays in the field of analysis and management of energy supply systems, especially electricity:
- Decentralized small scale power generation systems and their integration into the supply network
- Analysis of energy demand patterns and load management
- Integration of electric vehicles in the power supply system
Web: www.ei.tum.de/ewk
EWT: Energy Conversion Technology (Prof. Herzog)
Main Topics:
- Electrical Machines and Actuators
- Optimization of Drive Trains, their Topologies, and Operating Strategies
- Electromobility
- Energy and Power Management in Vehicles and Stationary Systems
- Overall Efficiency of Drive Trains
Web: www.ei.tum.de/ewt
HCR: Human-Centered Assistive Robotics (Prof. Lee)
Main Topics:
- Safe physical and social human-aware robot interaction and collaboration
- Autonomous robot learning from observations in daily life
- Humanoid robotics including realtime human motion mapping and walking control
- Robot perception for modeling and tracking of human motions and objects
Web: www.ei.tum.de/hcr
HES: Hybrid Electronic Systems (Prof Kreupl)
Main Topics:
- Electronic applications of new materials
- Nano- and carbon-based materials (nanotubes, graphene, nanowires)
- Emerging memory technologies
Web: www.ei.tum.de/hes
HFT: High Frequency Engineering (Prof. Eibert)
Main Topics:
- Near-field measurements and field transformations for antenna characterization, imaging, and inverse problems
- Numerical methods: integral equation solvers, specialized Green´s functions, finite element methods, preconditioners, ray-tracing
- Antenna concepts and designs: ultra-wideband, compact arrays
- Communications and sensor systems: radar technologies, ultra-wideband communications
Web: www.ei.tum.de/hft
HLT: Semiconductor Technology (Prof. Belkin)
Main Topics:
- Semiconductor laser diodes for communications and optical sensing
- Mid infrared and THz quantum cascade lasers
- Epitaxy of compound semiconductors (MBE and MOVPE)
- III-V semiconductor device technology (cleanroom facilities)
- Simulation and design of active optoelectronic devices
HOT: Microwave Engineering (Prof. Biebl)
Main Topics:
- Automotive RADAR and LIDAR
- RADAR-based wildlife protection
- RADAR target simulator
- RADAR system modeling
- Cooperative sensors
- Protection of vulnerable road users
- Localization in RFID-system
Web: www.ei.tum.de/hot
HSA: High Voltage Engineering and Switchgear Technology (Prof. Koch)
Main Topics:
- Electrical insulating materials and electrical insulation systems for high voltage application
- High voltage apparatus and switchgear for AC and DC systems
- Electrical joints with high current ratings
Web: www.ei.tum.de/hsa
ICS: Cognitive Systems (Prof. Cheng)
Main Topics:
- Neuroengineering
- NeuroRobotics
- Humanoid Robotics
- Artificial Robot Skin
- Cognitive Architectures
- Biologically-Inspired Learning
- Semantic Reasoning
- Brain-Machine Interface (BMI)
- Social Robotics
- Physical Human-Robot-Interaction & Multi-modal sensor fusion
Web: www.ei.tum.de/ics
ITR: Information-Oriented Control (Prof. Hirche)
Main Topics:
- Data-driven & learning control with guarantees
- Control based on human models
- Networked, cooperative & distributed control
- Main application in human-machine-interaction, teleoperation, haptics, autonomous robotics incl. multi-robot systems, cyber-physical systems
Web: www.ei.tum.de/itr
LBE: Biomedical Electronics (Prof. Hayden)
Main Topics:
- Cell-based in-vitro diagnostics
- Cell manipulation and function analysis
- Microfluidics and sensors
Web: www.ei.tum.de/lbe
LDV: Data Processing (Prof. Diepold)
Main Topics:
- Multimedia Signal Processing for 3D Audio-Visual Media
- Quality of Experience (QoE) in Multimedia Systems
- Machine Learning & Analysis of Big Data
- Emotion Modeling for Social Robotics
- Algorithmus for Structured Matrices
Web: www.ei.tum.de/ldv
LIS: Integrated Systems (Prof. Herkersdorf)
Main Topics:
- Architectures and accelerators for application-specific multi-processor system-on-chip (MPSoC) and embedded systems
- Design methods for multi-objective performance, dependability and energy efficiency optimization, design complexity governance and diagnosis
- Rapid prototyping on reconfigurable hardware/software platforms
Web: www.ei.tum.de/lis
LKN: Communication Networks (Prof. Kellerer)
Main Topics:
- Network architecture, modeling, protocol design and performance evaluation
- Flexible networking based on SDN and network virtualization
- Wireless network resource management
- Network planning, resilience design and techno-economic analysis
Web: www.ei.tum.de/lkn
LMT: Media Technology (Prof. Steinbach)
Main Topics:
- Multimodal Signal Processing
- Multimedia Communication
- Image and Video Compression
- Haptic Data Communication
- 3D Image Analysis and Synthesis
- Information Retrieval
Web: www.ei.tum.de/lmt
LNT: Communications Engineering (Prof. Kramer)
Main Topics:
- Coding and Modulation
- Coding for Relaying and Networks
- Cooperative Communications
- Multi-User Information Theory
- Fiber-Optic Channels and Capacity
Web: www.ei.tum.de/lnt
LSE: Circuit Design (Prof. Brederlow)
Main Topics:
- Analog and Mixed-Signal IC Design
- Non-volatile Memory Design and Neuromorphic Computing
- Ultra-low Energy Circuit and System Design
- Intelligent Sensor System Interfaces and Circuits (for IoT, Industry4.0, Medical, AI)
- Reliability of Analog and Mixed-Signal Circuitry
Web: www.ei.tum.de/lse
LSR: Automatic Control Engineering (Prof. Buss)
Main Topics:
- Adaptive, robust, and learning control
- Optimal control
- Control of hybrid and piece-wise affine systems
- Dynamics over social networks
- Identification and fault diagnosis
- Robot action and manipulation in dynamic environments
- Natural human-robot interaction and collaboration
Web: www.ei.tum.de/lsr
LTI: Theoretical Information Technology (Prof. Boche)
Main Topics:
- Information Theoretic Security for Communication Systems
- Quantum Information Theory
- Information Theoretic Framework for Physical Unclonable Functions and Biometric Security
- Cooperative Wireless Communication Systems
- Sampling Theory in Signal Processing
Web: www.ei.tum.de/lti
LUT: Line Transmission Technology (Prof. Hanik)
Main Topics:
- Communication Systems over Optical Fibers, Polymer-Optical Fibers and Copper
- Modeling, simulation and optimization of components and systems
- Investigation into advanced modulation, equalization and coding schemes
- Information-theoretical evaluation of capacity-limits
- Design and optimization of numerical simulation algorithms, rating of required hardware complexity
Web: www.ei.tum.de/lnt
MML: Control and Manipulation of Microscale Living Objects (Prof. Destgeer)
Main Topics:
- Acoustofluidics: contactless manipulation of particles, cells, droplets, and microorganisms
- 'Lab on a chip' technologies: microfluidics for single cell and single molecule analyses
- Stop flow lithography: fabrication of multi-material, shape-coded particles using 3D printed devices
- 'Lab on a particle' technologies: amphiphilic particle-templated droplet formation for bioassays
- Soft matter physics: rapidly induced colloidal phase transitions under external forces
Web: www.ei.tum.de/mml/
MMK: Human-Machine Communication (Prof. Rigoll)
Main Topics:
- Multimodal User Interfaces
- Pattern Recognition
- Machine Learning
- Signal Processing
- Augmented Reality (AR)
- Speech Processing
- Virtual Reality (VR), Automotive Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI)
Web: www.ei.tum.de/mmk
MOL: Molecular Electronics (Prof. Tornow)
Main Topics:
- Molecular electronics: integration with semiconductor technology
- Semiconductor-molecule interfaces: charge transport in novel molecular architectures
- Advanced nanofabrication technology for the sub-10nm range
- Nanowires and nanopores: label-free biosensing and “lab-on-chip” devices
Web: www.ei.tum.de/mol
MST: Measurement Systems and Sensor Technology (Prof. Koch)
Main Topics:
- Fiber-optical measurement systems
- Spectroscopy
- Surface measurement technology
- Multi-sensor systems
- Thin-film measurement
- Fluorescence analytics
Web: www.ei.tum.de/mst
MSV: Signal Processing Methods (Prof. Utschick)
Main Topics:
- Signal Processing, Communications and Information Theory
- Wireless Communication Networks and Multiuser Communications
- Communications in Interference Limited Networks and Cooperative Communications
- Multiantenna Systems, MMO Systems and Radar Networks
- Array Processing, Statistical Signal Processing and Convex Optimization
Web: www.ei.tum.de/msv
NAN: Nanoelectronics (Prof. Weig)
Main Topics:
- Organic electronics: solution-based technologies for the fabrication of organic devices, such as sensors, transistors and LEDs
- Nanofabrication: nanoimprinting and nanotransfer printing for large scale patterning of electronic and optoelectronic devices
- Nanomagnetics: novel devices for memory, logic and RF-applications
Web: www.ei.tum.de/nano
NAV: Communication and Navigation (Prof. Günther)
Main Topics:
- Algorithms for the precise and robust estimation of position and attitude using satellite navigation signals and selected other sensors
- Measurements for model development and for the verification of the algorithms
- Broad spectrum of lectures in navigation Laboratories in satellite communications and navigation
NEL: Neuroelectronics (Prof. Wolfrum)
Main Topics:
- Bioelectronic stimulation and recording devices
- Printed electronics for sensors and neural interfaces
- Electrochemical biosensor arrays
- 3D-printed microfluidics for organ-on-a-chip systems
Web: www.ei.tum.de/nel
QEC: Quantum Electronics and Computer Engineering (Prof. Müller)
Main Topics:
- Photonic quantum technologies
- Tailoring light-matter interactions and the nanoscale
- Engineering of sources and detectors for quantum states of light
- Development of fully-integrated quantum photonic circuits
RCS: Real-Time Computer Systems (Prof. Müller-Gritschneder, komm.)
Main Topics:
- Body-area sensor networks for health and activity monitoring
- Automotive E/E architectures & software
- Embedded systems for electric vehicles
- Energy and thermal-aware systems design
- Modeling and management of energy storage systems
Web: www.ei.tum.de/rcs
RMN: Nano- and Microrobotics (Prof. Özkale Edelmann)
Main Topics:
- Soft microactuators for biomedical applications
- Active biomaterials for tissue engineering
- Microfluidic cell encapsulation
- Lab-on-a chip devices for rapid bioscreening
Web: www.ei.tum.de/rmn/
RSI: Robotics Science and System Intelligence (Prof. Haddadin)
Main Topics:
Web: https://www.msrm.tum.de/rsi/
SEC: Security in Information Technology (Prof. Sigl)
Main Topics:
- IT security for embedded and cyber physical systems for the Internet of Things.
- Unique identities and cryptographic keys for things through Physical Unclonable Functions.
- Efficient cryptographic implementations protected against hardware attacks.
- New attacks on cryptographic implementations, i.e. side channel and fault attacks.
- Reverse engineering.
Web: www.ei.tum.de/sec
SNE: Simulation of Nanosystems for Energy Conversion (Prof. Gagliardi)
Main Topics:
- Simulation of organic semiconductor electronic and photovoltaic devices, with particular interest on the third generation solar cells
- Quantum transport simulation of nanoscale electronic devices
- Multiscale simulations of nano-meso scale devices
- Non equilibrium thermodynamics in nanoscale systems
Web: www.ei.tum.de/sne
TEP: Physics of Electrotechnology (Prof. Schrag komm.)
Main Topics:
- Modeling methodologies for microstructured power devices, sensors, actuators and microsystems
- Virtual prototyping of microsystems and power modules
- Virtual reliability and robustness testing of high power devices micromechatronic components
- Experimental characterization, model validation, parameter for MEMS,NEMS and semiconductor power devices
Web: www.ei.tum.de/tep