Description 

This module provides an essential introduction to theory and practice for information processing methods in medical imaging and computing,...

Information Processing in Medical Imaging (MPHY0025)

Description 

This module provides an essential introduction to theory and practice for information processing methods in medical imaging and computing, including the latest developments in machine learning and deep learning medical image processing. The focus of the module is on the registration and segmentation of medical images, alongside an overview of how biomarkers derived from image processing can be used to test scientific hypotheses or applied in clinical contexts. The module also includes a primer on deep learning, which provides a foundation for understanding deep learning approaches to image registration and segmentation. This module assumes a good prior knowledge of basic linear algebra (e.g., matrix arithmetic), calculus, and probability theory, and competent programming skills in Python or Matlab. 

Module format 

The module comprises conventional lectures, which incorporate interactive discussion elements, and computer laboratory sessions, where the practical elements outlined during the lectures are put into practice, running code to register, segment and statistically analyse medical images.

The purpose of this module is to describe the issues presented by medical devices from biological, medical, engineering and materials perspectives, as well as...

Materials for Orthopaedic Medical Devices (MPHY0023)

The purpose of this module is to describe the issues presented by medical devices from biological, medical, engineering and materials perspectives, as well as discuss available solutions and current research.

Available to students from MEng Biomedical Engineering and MSc Physics and Engineering in Medicine: Biomedical and Medical Imaging.

Aims & Objectives

To understand the characteristics of different materials used in medical devices.
 To understand the differences between tissues, cells and synthetic materials.
 To be able to describe the differences between chemical and biological behaviours of different materials used in medical devices.
 To be able to describe the properties of bone and biomaterials.
 To be familiar with the medical devices used in treatments of various diseases.
 To be able to explain in detail biocompatibility and tissue engineering.
 To understand in detail the issues associated with orthopaedic implants.
 To be familiar with prosthetic devices.
 To be familiar with medical device regulations.