The Micro and Nano-sensing Technology (MANST) Laboratory invites international students to join a research-intensive TEEP internship focused on flexible, skin-conformal wearable sensors for real-time health monitoring. This project integrates nanomaterials, electrochemistry, and biomedical engineering to develop next-generation devices for tracking physiological signals and detecting chronic kidney disease (CKD) biomarkers via sweat.

Program Highlights

• Hands-on research in laser-induced graphene (LIG) sensors, epifluidics, and DES-based ionic gels

• Work on multimodal wearables combining physical sensing (temperature, pressure, pulse) and biosensing of sweat-based analytes (uric acid, ascorbic acid, Na+)

• Access to advanced facilities (portable electrochemical readout, functional nano-materials synthesis, scalable electrode design and fabrication)

• Mentorship from faculty and collaboration with graduate researchers

Duration & Structure

• Duration: 6 months (funded)

• Period: June to December 2026

• Format: On-site research internship (Taiwan)

• Participants must comply with: Research ethics and academic integrity regulations and Laboratory safety standards

• Attendance and research performance will be monitored

• Stipend continuation is contingent on active participation

Structure:

1. Month 1: Training (biosensors, physical sensors, materials synthesis, electrochemistry)

2. Months 2–5: Independent (guided) research project (sensor or biosensor track)

3. Month 6: Final presentation and report

Scholarship & Support

• NT$15,000/month stipend

• Tax-free scholarship

Eligibility

• Master’s, or early Ph.D. students

• Background in:

o Materials Science / Chemical Engineering

o Biomedical Engineering / Chemistry / Nanotechnology

• Experience with ionic gels, electrochemical workstation, nanomaterial synthesis and characterization are preferred.

• English proficiency required: No strict test score requirement, but ability to:

o Read scientific literature and

o Participate in discussions and presentations

Accommodation & Living

• Dormitory is NOT provided by the university. Students must arrange their own accommodation.

• Living expenses are typically manageable within the stipend.

Why Join?

• Gain practical experience in cutting-edge wearable biosensors

• Contribute to real-world healthcare innovation

• Opportunity for publications and future graduate study in Taiwan