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Can we engineer bacteria to regenerate tissues?

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Can we engineer bacteria to regenerate tissues? Published: Dr Christopher Contag , a biomedical engineer and microbiologist at Michigan State University in the US, is creating engineered endosymbionts – bacterial cells that can be delivered into cells of other organisms where they can persist and control cellular functions.

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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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STEM Calendar for the Month of May for Educators Everywhere

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STEM disciplines like physics, astronomy, and engineering are crucial in enabling space exploration, from designing spacecraft and spacesuits to understanding the complexities of celestial bodies and space travel.

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Using adsorbents to help society

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At the University of Notre Dame in Indiana, USA, Dr Yamil Colón is a chemical and biomolecular engineer studying this important chemical process. Adsorption is a common process in our everyday lives,” says Dr Yamil Colón, based at the University of Notre Dame’s College of Engineering. How does the team do this research?

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Shining a light on the role of trace metals in neurodegenerative diseases

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A team of researchers with expertise in physics, engineering and biology are finding out whether trace metals in the brain are linked to neurodegenerative diseases. However, changes in metal chemistry appear to be more marked in diseased brains than in healthy brains. Published: May 11, 2022. Download the article.

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Building and training human tendons in the lab

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Tissue engineering involves building human tissues in the lab, which can then be used to replace faulty tissues in patients. Bioengineering — the application of engineering principles to the fields of medicine and biology. Research project: Developing a humanoid bioreactor for tendon tissue engineering.

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List of 75+ STEM Careers, Jobs & Occupations

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A STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) career is any job that uses skills in these related fields daily. These careers can be anything from a doctor to an engineer to a website developer – STEM careers range across a variety of different fields and disciplines. What Are STEM Careers?

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