I am
Lukas Kuchernig
I am currently conducting my PhD research at the Medical University of Vienna, specializing in artificial intelligence–based OCT image analysis and the development of novel imaging biomarkers for retinal diseases.
About me
Physician and PhD student in ophthalmology, focusing on AI-based image analysis and digital health solutions.
Research and Digital Medicine
The ongoing digital transformation is opening new opportunities in medical research — particularly through the use of artificial intelligence in image analysis.
As part of my PhD project, I am investigating how reduced blood flow affects the onset and progression of various eye diseases, including age-related macular degeneration (AMD), diabetic retinopathy (DR), and retinal vein occlusion (RVO).
Using AI-assisted OCT and OCT-A analyses, my research aims to better understand the relationship between vascular alterations and structural retinal damage, with the goal of identifying new biomarkers and ultimately enabling more precise diagnostic and therapeutic strategies.
The COVID-19 pandemic has shown how rapidly digital innovation can transform medicine. Now it is time to harness this momentum to advance research and patient care.
Current Projects
Overview of ongoing projects. Status as of October 2025.
Education & Professionel Experience
Peraugymnasium Villach
AHS-Matura, Class of 2014
Ruprecht-Karls-University Heidelberg
Medicine, Class of 2022
Medical University of Vienna
PhD Program Medical Imaging, currently
Research Assistant
German Cancer Research Center Heidelberg
Clinical Cooperation Unit Virotherapy
January 2019 to August 2025
- Doctoral thesis “Immunomodulatory oncolytic measles vaccines fortreatment of advanced tumors”.
- Supervision by Prof. Dr. Dr. Engeland & Prof. Dr. Dr. Ungerechts
- Methods – Cell culture, cloning of viral vectors, CRISPR/Cas9, flow cytometry (FACS), Western blot
Research Assistant
University Hospital Heidelberg
Institute of Medical Informatics
April 2022 to February 2023
- Development of a translation interface for the digital collection of patient data via OpenEDC.
Medical Expert
CompuGroup Medical (CGM)
April 2023 to January 2024
- Medical content creation and implementation on various software platforms.
Research Assistant
Medical University of Vienna
Department of Ophthalmology and Optometry
February 2024 to current
- AI-assisted analysis of the impact of impaired perfusion on retinal structure and function.
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Say Hello!
If you’re interested in one of my projects or share a common interest, feel free to reach out. I’d love to hear from you!