Trainee Directory

The Institute of Biomedical Engineering (BME) consists of 300+ graduate students from the Master of Engineering, Master of Applied Science, and Doctor of Philosophy programs. Below are some of our trainees who have agreed to have their profiles showcased. For privacy reasons, we have not shown the contact information of our students.

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Alireza Ettefagh

Primary Advisor: Atena Roshanfekr Secondary Advisor: Geoff Fernie Graduate school start date: September 1, 2022 Graduate school end date (approximation): November 30, 2027

Biography

I am a PhD candidate in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Toronto, driven by a passion for harnessing technology to improve healthcare outcomes. My research at KITE – Toronto Rehab Institute focuses on automating in-home rehabilitation using cutting-edge technologies, computer vision, and artificial intelligence. My background spans clinical engineering, AI, and software development, with particular expertise in applied machine learning, deep learning, and biological signal processing. During my undergraduate studies, I studied EEG signals in the context of perceptual decision-making, which improved my understanding of the connections between brain waves and confidence in perceptual decisions. My ultimate goal is to contribute valuable developments to systems that enhance quality of life, especially in healthcare settings, and make a meaningful impact in this field.