Microbiomechanics

4.0 credits

This course teaches the fundamental and applied science of biomedical microfluidic devices with an emphasis on applications important for cell culture, separations, and sensors. The first half focuses on the basic principles of diffusion and fluids while the second half teaches COMSOL modeling, animation of device operation, and microfabrication of devices. In the final two weeks of the course, each student builds a unique microfluidic system under the mentorship of faculty, staff or advanced graduate students. Enrollment is limited.