Biomedical Engineering

The course is intended as an introduction to the field of Biomedical Engineering. In this context, the class familiarizes students with basic biological concepts, biological materials (cells, proteins, tissues, blood etc.) and how these interact with each-other. The interplay between physical forces and cell function/evolution is analyzed towards an understanding of mechanotransduction and the underlaying phenomena (Bio-signaling and sensing). Medical devices and implants and fundamental aspects thereof: Biomaterials, Biocompatibility, Bio degeneration, Bio-Mimetics and Nanomaterials.