Join N-Pulse
N-Pulse is a MAKE Project at EPFL developing open-source, non-invasive biomedical technologies. We design and build prosthetic systems, haptic feedback devices, and wearable biosensing technologies such as EMG bracelets and EEG headsets — the entire system designed, built and tested by students at EPFL. Whether you're interested in electronics, mechanics, machine learning, biosignals, embedded systems, communication, quality management or partnerships, there's probably a part of N-Pulse where you can contribute.
This year's focus
This year, our main focus is bringing the different parts of N-Pulse together into a reliable prosthetic system. Our primary objective is to achieve real-time control of a transradial bionic prosthesis using EMG signals: first with an able-bodied user, then with a patient-tailored system for an amputee. In parallel, we're developing and validating EEG and computer vision as complementary approaches to prosthesis control, as well as haptic feedback to provide sensory information back to the user — alongside everything around them: the prosthesis itself, biosignal acquisition, decoding, electronics, embedded control and system integration.
Applications close on Tuesday 2 September at 23:59
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- No specific skills are required. Previous experience is a plus, but we care just as much about motivation, curiosity and reliability. N-Pulse is a place to learn — don't be afraid to apply because you haven't worked on this kind of project before.
- Expect around 10 hours per week. N-Pulse is a real commitment alongside your studies, including team meetings and time spent working on your project.
- What you work on is defined with your team. Projects and responsibilities are discussed with your Team Leader and adapted to the team's objectives, but you're also encouraged to propose ideas and directions you think are worth exploring.
None of these positions are paid. N-Pulse is a non-profit student association, not a start-up.