Engineering and Technology for Medicine
Course Description
The future of medicine relies on innovative technologies, with chronic diseases representing some of the greatest health challenges of our time. This course provides an overview of the pathobiology and current state of medical care of a range of chronic diseases such as cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disease and neurodegenerative diseases, and explores fields in engineering and technology that are seeking to improve disease outcomes, such as medical imaging, bioinstrumentation, wearable and implantable devices, biomaterials, cell and tissue engineering, and the emergence of Artificial Intelligence.
In addition to daily lecture and discussion, we will use read published peer-reviewed review articles and primary literature articles. There will also be microscopy, Arduino microcontroller, and introduction to Python programming labs, as well as visits to the International Museum for Surgery and research facilities on the University of Chicago campus.
This course is designed for students who are interested in learning more about disease processes and current clinical practice and for students who are interested in learning about the design and development of cutting-edge technologies that are beginning to make an impact in clinical care.
Course Criteria
Prior coursework in high school biology required. No coding experience required.
Academic Interest
Biological Sciences, Technology (e.g., Computer Science, Molecular Engineering)
Application Materials
A complete application includes a transcript, two short essays, a letter of recommendation, writing sample, application fee, and a submitted parent confirmation. If you are seeking need-based financial aid, you must indicate that in your application before it is submitted. Please refer to the Application Instructions for complete details.
Instructor(s)
Michael Walsh
Cost
$9,300