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How can smart contact lenses monitor and treat eye conditions?

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At Purdue University , Dr Chi Hwan Lee is using his skills as a biomedical engineer to develop smart contact lenses that can both monitor the condition and deliver drugs to combat it. TALK LIKE A BIOMEDICAL ENGINEER. FIELD OF RESEARCH : Biomedical Engineering. ABOUT BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING.

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Plugging in: directly linking the brain to a computer

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Brain-computer interface (BCI) — a direct communication pathway between the brain’s activity and an external device. For a career in computer science, commonly desirable subjects to study at school and post-16 include mathematics, computer science, statistics and physics. CT’s top tips.

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What causes problems with the lower urinary tract?

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Pathway from school to gynaecology • During high school and post-16-years, study biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics. Working in OB/GYN also involves having strong interpersonal and communication skills, so taking language courses can be very useful too. • Look into summer programmes at local colleges and universities.