Mi padlet supercalifragilísticoespialidoso by Yovana Cristel Roa Lopez

UDELAS

yovanaroa1776 — 2024-04-13 02:27:29 UTC

Students

Yovana Roa 2-753-1776

Adrian Seixas 8-1018-2210

definition and scope

yovanaroa1776 — 2024-04-13 02:38:57 UTC

Biomedical engineering is a discipline that applies engineering principles and methods to solve problems in the field of medicine and biology. Its main objective is to improve the quality of life and human health through the design, development and maintenance of medical devices, systems and processes.

The scope of biomedical engineering is broad and covers various areas, some of which include:
Medical devices: Design, development and manufacturing of medical devices such as prostheses, diagnostic imaging equipment (such as MRIs and CT scans), vital signs monitoring devices, among others.

applications and work areas

yovanaroa1776 — 2024-04-13 02:44:35 UTC

Biomedical engineering has a wide variety of applications and work areas. Here I present some of the most notable ones, Medical Devices, Medical imaging,  Biomechanics,  Clinical engineering and medical technology management.

recent advances in biomedical engineering

yovanaroa1776 — 2024-04-13 02:52:06 UTC

Gene editing with CRISPR: CRISPR-Cas9 technology has revolutionized genetic engineering, allowing precise editing of DNA. This has potential applications in gene therapies to treat genetic diseases, such as hemophilia and muscular dystrophy.

3D bioprinting of tissues and organs: Significant advances have been made in 3D bioprinting of tissues and organs using living cells and biomaterials. This could lead in the future to the manufacture of personalized tissues and organs for transplants, avoiding the need for donors.

Resources and organizations related to biomedical engineering:

yovanaroa1776 — 2024-04-13 02:55:11 UTC

Websites:

IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society: Provides information on conferences, publications, and resources in biomedical engineering.

National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NIBIB): Provides information on research and advances in biomedical technology funded by the US government.

Medgadget: Blog covering news and advances in medical and biomedical technology.
Scientific magazines:

IEEE Transactions on Biomedical Engineering: Leading journal in biomedical engineering.
Journal of Biomedical Engineering: Publishes original research in all areas of biomedical engineering.
Biomedical Engineering Online: Offers open access to peer-reviewed articles in biomedical engineering.
Professional associations:

Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES): Organization dedicated to promoting research and education in biomedical engineering.
International Federation for Medical and Biological Engineering (IFMBE): International federation that promotes collaboration in biomedical engineering around the world.

3D bioprinting of tissues and organs

yovanaroa1776 — 2024-04-13 03:06:15 UTC

3D bioprinting is a revolutionary technique in biomedical engineering that allows the manufacturing of personalized tissues and organs for transplants and research into regenerative treatments.

In recent years, advances in 3D bioprinting have allowed the creation of complex biomimetic structures using living cells and biomaterials. This includes bioprinting tissues such as skin, cartilage, bone and blood vessels.

Researchers are exploring various applications of 3D bioprinting, from creating tissue models to study diseases to developing functional tissues and organs for transplants. Additionally, this technology offers the possibility of creating personalized structures that adapt to the specific needs of each patient, which could improve the effectiveness and compatibility of transplants.

AUTOCAD

yovanaroa1776 — 2024-04-13 03:13:11 UTC

In biomedicine we use a program called autocad for these 3D impressions and to create designs.

yovanaroa1776 — 2024-04-13 03:15:08 UTC

Curious Facts

2024-04-14 03:15:47 UTC

Biomedical engineering is a discipline that combines engineering principles with life sciences, such as medicine and biology.
One of the most important advances in biomedical engineering was the development of radiography, which enabled physicians to visualize the inside of the human body and diagnose diseases.
Biomedical engineering has contributed to the development of medical technologies such as prostheses, diagnostic devices and medical equipment used in hospitals.
Biomedical engineers use cutting-edge technologies, such as telemedicine and tele-education, to improve medical care and health education.
Biomedical engineering also focuses on developing new technologies to prevent disease and improve people's quality of life, such as sensors used in medical procedures and health monitoring devices.
Biomedical engineering has been around for centuries, with examples such as ancient Egyptian prostheses and Leonardo da Vinci's anatomical studies.
Biomedical engineers must have a strong background in mathematics, physics, electronics, programming and data analysis, in addition to specific training in biology and medicine.

Biomedical engineers: actions invisible to society

2024-04-14 03:28:00 UTC

Recognition and mention of the work of biomedical doctors in Panama

Project

2024-04-19 17:10:18 UTC

In the biomedical career, we did a project which consisted of a dimmable light source (its voltage could be adjusted) that energized a light bulb with a specific voltage, and this, with the help of a light sensor (LDR), was responsible for turning on the bulb when it was night and turn it off when it was day.