A. Rothermel

Prof. Dr.-Ing. A. Rothermel is a leading academic at Ulm University's Institute of Microelectronics, specializing in biomedical implants, neural prosthetics, and microelectronics. His work focuses on subretinal implants to restore vision in blind patients, with notable contributions to the Alpha AMS retinal implant project. He has authored over 135 publications, including key papers on power control systems, spatial filtering, and clinical trials of retinal implants. His research integrates electronics design, signal processing, and clinical applications, with a strong emphasis on improving visual perception through advanced chip technology. Prof. Rothermel has been granted multiple patents, including foundational work on active retinal implants and biomedical circuit designs. His interdisciplinary approach bridges electrical engineering and medical science, addressing challenges in energy efficiency, neural stimulation, and implantable device reliability.