David Bishop

Chip-scale Magnetocardiography (REM project)

PROJECT DESCRIPTION
We have recently invented a high-resolution magnetic sensor and have rapidly improved the resolution such that we are in range of previously reported magnetic fields of the heart. Our vision is to use this sensor to build a contactless EKG that will enhance physician confidence during diagnosis of complex cardiac pathologies. Our need this summer is to build an apparatus for conducting measurements in a clinical setting.

LABORATORY MENTOR
Josh Javor

RESEARCH GOALS
– Evaluate needs of apparatus to be used in a clinical setting (i.e. usability, minimized infection risk, safety of subject, robust and reusable).
– Evaluate needs of the sensing system (magnetically quiet, vibrationally homogenous for multiple sensors, amenable to multiple PCB, sensor, and array designs).
– Evaluate capabilities of accessible fabrication tools to meet the clinical and sensing system needs.
– Build at least one version of the apparatus, with documentation and reports of limitation and other options explored.

LEARNING GOALS
– Gain understanding about prototyping tools such as 3D printing, machining, materials, and their associated timelines, costs and resolutions.
– Learn about existing problems in cardiology.
– Learn about high resolution magnetic sensing and microelectromechanical systems (MEMS).
– Work collaboratively with others in the lab and on CELL-MET and learn generally about other technologies being developed and what problems they are solving.

Learn more about Professor Bishop on his faculty page.