Research

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The DDM aims to turn pioneering research ideas into practical healthcare solutions. From early-stage ideas to rigorous proof-of-concept studies, DDM researchers refine and validate emerging technologies. By uniting scientific excellence with technological expertise and a strong focus on real-world outcomes, the Department creates an agile environment where digital innovations can progress more rapidly from the laboratory to the clinic.

Four main Research Programs constitute the DDM:

  1. Prevention, Diagnostics and Therapy
  2. Basic and Translational Research
  3. Emerging Technologies
  4. Research in Education and Training