Mechanobiology

3 credits

Applications of mechanobiology principles to the development and pathophysiology of tissues and body systems, including orthopaedic and cardiovascular tissues, wound healing and fibrosis, cancer, and regenerative biology and engineering. Recommended: either M E 511, M E 575, or coursework in introductory human physiology and cell biology; molecular biology principles (BIOEN 315 or equivalent); principles of biomechanics (BIOEN 326 or equivalent); and fluid mechanics (BIOEN 325 or equivalent). Offered: jointly with BIOEN 526.