• Biomedical Imaging with MEMS -day1

    On-line

    Course unit contents This course explores Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) for biomedical imaging and their integration into next-generation diagnostic systems, focusing on ultrasound and Terahertz (THz) radiation. The curriculum provides the analytical and methodological tools required to design, model, and characterize MEMS-based transducers for ultrasound imaging and Terahertz imaging for clinical applications. The course introduces biomedical imaging techniques, describing the primary role of MEMS devices in both traditional and emerging imaging modalities. The program covers MEMS technology, discussing different modeling approaches and describing the microfabrication processes that transform Silicon into 3D resonating microstructures. Proposed MEMS transducers modeling methodologies include analytical [...]

  • Introduction to Model Order Reduction

    Sede-V via Venezia 1, Padova, Padova, Italy

    Course contents Model Order Reduction (MOR) is a key technique for decreasing the computational complexity of mathematical models in numerical simulations. This course explores the relationship between MOR and metamodeling, highlighting its versatile applications across all areas of mathematical modeling and engineering where high-fidelity simulations are required. The curriculum introduces the main numerical approaches used to perform Model Order Reduction, with a detailed focus on the Proper Orthogonal Decomposition (POD). Students will examine the theoretical foundations of the POD algorithm and its practical implementation. The course features a hands-on component where the POD algorithm is applied to accelerate time-domain simulations [...]

  • Biomedical Imaging with MEMS -day2

    On-line

    Course unit contents This course explores Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) for biomedical imaging and their integration into next-generation diagnostic systems, focusing on ultrasound and Terahertz (THz) radiation. The curriculum provides the analytical and methodological tools required to design, model, and characterize MEMS-based transducers for ultrasound imaging and Terahertz imaging for clinical applications. The course introduces biomedical imaging techniques, describing the primary role of MEMS devices in both traditional and emerging imaging modalities. The program covers MEMS technology, discussing different modeling approaches and describing the microfabrication processes that transform Silicon into 3D resonating microstructures. Proposed MEMS transducers modeling methodologies include analytical [...]

  • Biomedical Imaging with MEMS -day3

    On-line

    Course unit contents This course explores Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) for biomedical imaging and their integration into next-generation diagnostic systems, focusing on ultrasound and Terahertz (THz) radiation. The curriculum provides the analytical and methodological tools required to design, model, and characterize MEMS-based transducers for ultrasound imaging and Terahertz imaging for clinical applications. The course introduces biomedical imaging techniques, describing the primary role of MEMS devices in both traditional and emerging imaging modalities. The program covers MEMS technology, discussing different modeling approaches and describing the microfabrication processes that transform Silicon into 3D resonating microstructures. Proposed MEMS transducers modeling methodologies include analytical [...]

  • Biomedical Imaging with MEMS -day4

    On-line

    Course unit contents This course explores Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) for biomedical imaging and their integration into next-generation diagnostic systems, focusing on ultrasound and Terahertz (THz) radiation. The curriculum provides the analytical and methodological tools required to design, model, and characterize MEMS-based transducers for ultrasound imaging and Terahertz imaging for clinical applications. The course introduces biomedical imaging techniques, describing the primary role of MEMS devices in both traditional and emerging imaging modalities. The program covers MEMS technology, discussing different modeling approaches and describing the microfabrication processes that transform Silicon into 3D resonating microstructures. Proposed MEMS transducers modeling methodologies include analytical [...]

  • From the Energy Simulation of Buildings to the Environmental Certification Protocols -day2

    Sede-V via Venezia 1, Padova, Padova, Italy

    Course contents This course focuses on the thermal and energy performance of the built environment, addressing the urgent need for decarbonization in the building sector. The programme investigates the energy dynamics of building envelopes and plant systems, providing doctoral candidates with the methodologies to conduct detailed energy audits, simulations, and environmental assessments. The curriculum begins with an introduction to the thermal and energy properties of building envelopes, establishing the boundary conditions necessary for rigorous design and energy analysis. Detailed modules cover the performance of building components and technical devices, exploring the energy dynamics of the entire structure. A significant portion [...]