Taipei Medical University

Medical Electronic Devices & Biosensors Lab

Yen-Ling Sung
https://debbysong20000.wixsite.com/website

Research Field

Medical Engineering

Introduction

Dr. Yen-Ling Sung received the B.S. degree from the Department of Biotechnology, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan, in 2014, and the Ph.D. degree from the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Chiao Tung University, in 2020. She served as a Postdoctoral researcher at National Taiwan University Hosptial Hsinchu Branch, Hsinchu, Taiwan and Department of Cardiology, Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, California, USA.

Our research interests include biomedical device, biosensor, biomaterials, optogenetic therapy, and cardiac electrophysiology.


Research Topics
  • Cardiac chips for tumor-induced arrhythmias in oncocardiology
  • Implanted device and ECG/EEG/SKNA monitoring
  • Innovative depression prediction and treatment
  • Pulmonary embolism detection
  • Optogenetics for arrhythmia
  • Diabetes and obesity SGLT2i
  • Transcranial magnetic stimulation for arrhythmia
  • Sensor development
  • Artificial intelligence (AI) machine learning

Honor
  • 15th Asian Conference on Chemical Sensors (ACCS) (2024 Invited Speaker)
  • 245th ECS Meeting (2024 Invited Speaker)
  • IEEE-NANOMED (2024 Invited Speaker)
  • Postdoctoral Research Abroad Program (2022 Ministry of Science and Technology)
  • Young Investigator Award (2019 Asia Pacific Heart Rhythm Society)

 


Educational Background

Dr. Yen-Ling Sung received the B.S. degree from the Department of Biotechnology, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan, in 2014, and the Ph.D. degree from the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Chiao Tung University, in 2020. 


2 Vacancies

Job Description

  1. Engage in the development and validation of biomedical optomechatronic sensing technologies.
  2. Process and analyze data from physiological signal monitoring systems.
  3. Contribute to the design and application research of smart wearable devices and sensing chips.
  4. Assist in biomedical imaging and physiological signal analysis, exploring cardiovascular and tumor interactions.
  5. Prepare research reports and assist in academic paper publications.

Preferred Intern Education Level

  1. Undergraduate or graduate students with backgrounds in biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, medicine, biotechnology, or related fields.
  2. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in biomedical engineering, programming, signal processing, circuit design, microelectromechanical systems, or sensing technology.

Skill sets or Qualities

Technical Skills

  • Basic knowledge of biomedical sensing technology, signal processing, or electronic circuit design.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW, or C++.
  • Strong data analysis and biomedical signal processing capabilities.
  • Familiarity with microelectromechanical systems or biomedical sensor technology is a plus.

Personal Qualities

  • Strong self-learning ability and problem-solving skills.
  • Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to collaborate across disciplines.
  • Passion for biomedical engineering and optomechatronic technology, with a commitment to innovative research.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly present research findings.

2 Vacancies

Job Description

  1. Participate in cardiac electrophysiology research, including in vivo and in vitro animal studies.
  2. Conduct cardiovascular monitoring using biomedical sensing technologies.
  3. Perform electrophysiological signal recording, analysis, and interpretation for cardiac function assessment.
  4. Assist in designing and testing biomedical sensors for cardiac and neurophysiological applications.
  5. Contribute to preclinical drug screening research for chemotherapy-induced cardiotoxicity.
  6. Prepare research reports, assist in academic publications, and present findings at scientific conferences.

Preferred Intern Education Level

  1. Undergraduate or graduate students in biomedical engineering, physiology, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, medicine, biotechnology, or related fields.
  2. Candidates with experience in animal experimentation, cardiac electrophysiology, or signal processing will be given preference.

Skill sets or Qualities

Technical Skills

  • Experience or coursework in animal handling, small animal surgery, and in vivo cardiac electrophysiology.
  • Familiarity with electrophysiological recording systems (e.g., optical mapping, ECG monitoring).
  • Understanding of cardiac arrhythmias, action potential propagation, and autonomic nervous system regulation.
  • Knowledge of biomedical sensor design is a plus.

Personal Qualities

  • Strong interest in cardiovascular physiology, electrophysiology, and translational medicine.
  • Ability to work independently in animal research settings while maintaining ethical and safety standards.
  • Attention to detail and precision in handling biological samples and experimental procedures.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and willingness to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
  • Good scientific communication skills, with the ability to contribute to manuscript writing and conference presentations.