MAIN INFO
Course name: LAB-ON-A-CHIP FOR BIOMEDICAL USE 2027
Course code: P-ITLAB-0054
Credit value: 3 ECTS
Application period: 15 November 2026 - 15 January 2027
Online phase: 31 May - 4 June 2027
Project week: 7 June - 11 June 2027
Venue of the Project week: Práter utca 50/A, 1083 Budapest, Hungary
Required level of English: minimum B2
Target Group: This course is designed for BSc students, but is also open to MSc and PhD students.
Background requirements: Biomedical Engineering, Physics Engineering, Chemical and Food Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Environmental and Land Engineering, Materials Engineering, or related fields.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Steps for participation:
- Contact your home university's International Office to inquire about the application period and selection criteria for this BIP.
- Apply for an Erasmus+ grant at your home university.
Financial Information:
- BIP Workshop Participation is free of charge.
- Travel, accommodation, and meal expenses are to be covered by the participant's own Erasmus+ grant.
FROM IDEA TO PROTOTYPE: MASTERING LAB-ON-A-CHIP TECHNOLOGY
This Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Program offers a hands-on journey into the development of Lab-on-a-Chip devices, guiding participants from initial concept to a fully functional prototype. Participants will gain practical skills in microfluidic system design, flow modeling using finite element simulations, and prototype fabrication, employing techniques. The program also addresses prototype testing, parameter measurement, and system validation, providing a comprehensive overview of the complete development process in an international and collaborative learning environment.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
ONLINE PHASE
Monday, May 31 (14:00–16:00) | 🖥️ONLINE MS Teams:
Join our introductory online session to explore the course roadmap—from microfluidic fundamentals to advanced diagnostic devices. Meet your instructors, discover where to access all course materials and assignment portals, and connect with your fellow classmates as everyone introduces themselves.
PROJECT WEEK
Monday, June 7 (09:00-15:00) | Introduction & CAD Design:
We will start with registration, a brief welcome, and a project work consultation to set your goals for the course. Afterward, you will get hands-on experience with CAD software specifically tailored for microfluidic device design.
Tuesday, June 8 (09:00-15:00) | Design of microfluidic cartridges:
You will design your own customized microfluidic cartridge with dedicated guidance from our instructors. Working individually or in groups, you will learn to optimize key parameters—such as flow channels, valves, and reservoirs—for your specific biomedical application.
Wednesday, June 9 (09:00-15:00) | Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations:
Step into the world of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)! In this practical session, you will learn to set up and run flow simulations tailored to your microfluidic cartridges. With step-by-step guidance, you will analyze real-time fluid behavior, pressure drops, and flow rates to validate and refine your custom designs.
Thursday, June 10 (09:00-15:00) | Cartridge fabrication, Experimental Setup & Testing:
Bring your designs to life in the lab! In this hands-on workshop, you will fabricate your custom microfluidic device and integrate it into the testing platform. Under expert supervision, you will run initial experiments to evaluate fluid dynamics, system functionality, and real-world performance.
Friday, June 11 (09:00-15:00) | Presentations & feedback:
Celebrate your progress and showcase your hard work! In this final session, you will present your completed microfluidic project and demonstrate your device in action. Receive valuable feedback from instructors and peers, discuss next steps, and wrap up the course with a comprehensive summary of your achievements.