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Markus Wirz is the Head of Research Development at the Institute of Physiotherapy at ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences. With extensive experience, he focuses on assessments and clinical tests for physiotherapy, rehabilitation of patients with spinal cord injuries, and the integration of new technologies in rehabilitation. He has held various academic and clinical positions, including as a lecturer at ZHAW and head physiotherapist at the University Hospital Balgrist's Spinal Cord Injury Centre. He obtained his PhD in Health, Medicine, and Life Sciences from Maastricht University and has a Master's in Physiotherapy. Wirz has received multiple awards for his contributions to physiotherapy science, including the Physioscience-Award from the Thieme Group and the Ludwig-Guttmann-Award from the German-speaking Medical Society for Paraplegia. He contributes to the academic community through peer-reviewed publications, focusing on innovative rehabilitation techniques and chronic neurological diagnoses. Wirz is committed to enhancing health through physical activity and continues to advance the field of physiotherapy through research and development.
Institute of Physiotherapy, ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences • Winterthur
Leading research development initiatives and driving innovation in physiotherapy practices.
University Hospital Balgrist, Spinal Cord Injury Centre •
Oversaw physiotherapy services and developed specialized programs for spinal cord injury patients.
ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences •
Teaching and mentoring students in physiotherapy, focusing on evidence-based practices.
This requirement applies generally to the Master of Science in Engineering and its specializations like Data Science, Computer Science, and Medical Physics.