Engineering Nanomedical Systems

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Author:

James Leary

Subject:

Science and Technology

Institution Name:

Purdue University

Collection:

nanoHUB.org

Grade Level:

Post-secondary

Abstract:

This course will cover the basic concepts of design of integrated nanomedical systems for diagnostics and therapeutics. Topics to be covered include: why nanomedical approaches are needed, cell targeting strategies, choice of core nanomaterials, technologies for testing composition and structure of multilayered nanomedical systems, optimizing zeta potentials, design and testing of cell and intracellular targeting systems, in-vivo issues, drug delivery and proper dosing, assessing efficacy of drug/gene delivery, nanotoxicity, animal testing, and regulatory issues. In addition to attending lectures and participating in classroom discussions, students will write and present an original research nanomedical system design project. This course will serve as an interdisciplinary training for doctoral students in Biomedical Engineering and other fields for a basic understanding of the principles and challenges of nanomedicine.

Course Type:

Learning Module

Languages:

English

Material Type:

Audio Lectures, Lecture Notes, Video Lectures

Media Format:

Audio, Downloadable docs, Video

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