Photonics Laboratory Job Opportunities

The Photonics Laboratory offers the opportunity for Bachelor-, Master theses and Project works in the research field of optical fiber sensing. Funded research projects additionally offer the possibility of a doctorate in cooperation with a university partner.

Recently, we offer the following topics:

 

Master’s thesis

Studiengänge Photonik-Master (POM), Mikro- und Nanotechnik-Master (MNM), Mechatronik-Master (MEM)


Measurement of cartilage tissue stiffness using a fiber-optic micro-indentation system


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Background:

At the Photonics Laboratory, we are actively engaged in applied research on fiber-optic sensing technologies, with a particular focus on Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG)-based systems. One of our current projects involves measuring the biomechanical stiffness characteristics of cartilage tissue. This is intended to further research on joint osteoarthritis, with the ultimate goal of utilising the endoscopic suitability of fibre optic sensor technology for medical applications. The work is embedded in a research project conducted in collaboration with the Musculoskeletal University Centre Munich (LMU Hospital).

Your skills:
  • In-depth knowledge in the fields of photonics, fibre optics and laser technology, ideally also in LabVIEW/Python and COMSOL
  • Experimental skills in setting up optomechanical systems with computer-assisted control and data acquisition
  • Enthusiasm for interdisciplinary collaboration in the field of medicine/biology
  • Physical modelling and simulation calculations to support the interpretation of experimental investigations
  • Good communication and documentation skills for effective collaboration within the working group and with external partners Skill of self-organized and independent working
In short:
  • Scientific work in a good lab environment
  • Supervision by Prof. Johannes Roths
  • Support from young and skilled colleaguest
  • Opportunities for discussions within a scientific framework
  • Insights into topics beyond the lectures
  • Eventual contributions for scientific publications in peer-reviewed journals
Should our work have piqued your interest, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Prof. Johannes Roths at johannes . roths @ hm.edu . We welcome any inquiries you may have

 

Master’s thesis, Bachelor’s thesis

Studiengänge Photonik-Master (POM), Mikro- und Nanotechnik-Master (MNM), Mechatronik-Master (MEM), Technische Physik (TPB)


Direct inscription of FBG laser mirrors in active optical fibers


Begin: immediately


Background:

The Photonics Laboratory has an ultrashort pulse laser-based system for directly inscribing fiber Bragg gratings into optical fibers. In collaboration with an industrial project partner, the inscription of fiber Bragg gratings into active fibers is to be investigated. These novel photonic components are intended to form the core components of fiber lasers, which have previously unattained properties and are required for photonic quantum technology.

Your skills:
  • In-depth knowledge in the fields of photonics, fiber optics and laser technology, ideally also in LabVIEW/Python and COMSOL
  • Experimental skills in setting up optomechanical systems with computer-assisted control and data acquisition
  • Physical modelling and simulation calculations to support the interpretation of experimental investigations
  • Good communication and documentation skills for effective collaboration within the working group and with external partners Skill of self-organized and independent working
In short:
  • Scientific work in a good lab environment
  • Supervision by Prof. Johannes Roths
  • Support from young and skilled colleagues
  • Opportunities for discussions within a scientific framework
  • Insights into topics beyond the lectures
  • Eventual contributions for scientific publications in peer-reviewed journals
Should our work have piqued your interest, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Prof. Johannes Roths at johannes . roths @ hm.edu . We welcome any inquiries you may have

 

If you are interested in working on fiber sensing, but you find no suitable, please feel free to ask directly in the laboratory.