Ear Research Center Dresden Ercd

The Ear Research Center Dresden (ERCD) is an interdisciplinary lab of engineers, scientists and physicians at the Clinic and Policlinic of ORL-HNS (Technische Universitaet Dresden, Faculty of Medicine) who are engaged in research of middle ear mechanics and development of therapeutic strategies for hearing impaired patients. Nearly three decades ago, our scientists were among the first to use laser Doppler Vibrometry (LDV) measurements and finite element modeling (FEM) to investigate the normal and diseased middle ear. One of the most distinguished conferences in the field, the International Symposium on Middle Ear Mechanics in Research and Otology (MEMRO) was initiated and first held here. To this day, long-lasting and close cooperation between experienced surgeons and specialized engineers is the foundation of our endeavors. This interdisciplinary work has enabled us to continuously make valuable scientific contributions to both basic and applied research.