Researchers from the RWTH Aachen University have set up a detailed numerical model of the cardiovascular system in order to simulate the blood flow and its impact on cardiovascular diseases.
A physiological flow situation is achieved by generating the geometry for the model from imaging volume date (CT, MRI) and conversion to a 3D computer model. A physical model of the same geometry is produced by Rapid prototyping in order to enable PIV-measurements for experimental validation of the numerical results.
Picture: Geometry of the Aorta generated from MRI-data with calculated streamlines
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The EPFL Laboratory of Multiscale Modeling of Materials, in Switzerland has recently developed a computer program the accurately models the complex system of blood flow in the heart for individuals at an unheard-of precision of ten millionths of a meter or ten microns. These individual-specific models -- which take up to six hours using a supercomputer -- will allow for a detailed study of the cardiovascular system and lead to early predictions of heart conditions such as arteriosclerosis, or the hardening of arteriesthat often leads to heart attacks. more...
In the context of WP6, the ARTreat consortium is inspired by several modelling tools. Some prominent examples are the following:
GIMIAS is a workflow-oriented environment for solving advanced biomedical image computing and individualized simulation problems, which is extensible through the development of problem-specific plug-ins. In addition, GIMIAS provides an open source framework for efficient development of research and clinical software prototypes integrating contributions from the Physiome community while allowing business-friendly technology transfer and commercial product development.
GIMIAS is developed by the Center for Computational Image and Simulation Technologies in Biomedicine (CISTIB) at Universitat Pompeu Fabra, Barcelona, Spain. more...
The Medical Imaging Interaction Toolkit (MITK) is a free open-source software system for development of interactive medical image processing software. MITK combines the Insight Toolkit (ITK) and the Visualization Toolkit (VTK) with application. more...
The CreaTools are a suite of medical image processing and visualization software and development tools. They are developed by CREATIS, a research unit with extensive experience in the medical image processing field. The CreaTools are open-source and cross-platform (Windows, Linux, MacOSX). more...
Materialise is the world leader in commercial software for biomechanical engineers. The solutions offered relevant to ARTreat are the Mimics Innovation Suite and SurgiCase CMF
Brussels Expo, 27-29 September 2010
Why you should be at ICT 2010
Europe's most visible forum for ICT research and innovation
This biennial event has become a unique gathering point for researchers, business people, investors, and high level policy makers in the field of digital innovation. ICT 2010 will focus on policy priorities such as Europe's Digital Agenda and the next financial programme of the European Union for funding research and innovation in ICT.
At ICT 2010:
- Discover latest research trends in information and communication technologies
- Identify European priorities for 2.8 billion Euros research funding in ICT (2011-2012)
- Meet potential research and business partners at dozens of networking sessions
- Venture through our 5000 m² exhibition of Europe's latest cutting edge ICT research
Confirmed speakers include:
- Neelie KROES, European Commissioner for Digital Agenda
- Hans VESTBERG, CEO of Ericsson
- Jim HAGERMANN SNABE, Co-CEO of SAP
- André-Jacques AUBERTON, CEO of Soitec
- Jan ZADAK, Managing Director Hewlett-Packard EMEA
- Hermann HAUSER, Founder of Amadeus Capital
- Henry MARKRAM, Co-Director of Brain Mind Institute
Key themes for the 2010 conference:
· Powering our sustainable future: the potential of digital solutions to promote sustainable growth in a low carbon economy
· The Human Face of the Digital Age: the continuing constructive role of ICT in the daily life of citizens and the importance of public participation in the innovation process.
The conference will include special sessions presenting the European Union's funding priorities for the 2.8 Billion Euros of EU funding available for ICT research and development during 2011-2012
