EBME 303. Structure of Biologic Materials
Description
Structure of proteins, nucleic acids, connective tissue
and bone from molecular to microscopic levels, including
concepts of self-assembly. Designing biomimetic materials
based on the principles of molecular self-assembly and
biological hierarchical structure, and applications of
instruments used for imaging nanoscale assemblies.
Course Goals
This course is designed to provide students with: (a)
A fundamental understanding of the structure of biological
materials from basic structural elements, through levels
of hierarchical structure; (b) An introduction to bioengineering
biological materials and novel biomimetic materials that
include recombinant peptide/protein components; (c) An
understanding of how different instruments may be used
for imaging, identification and characterization of biological
and biomimetic materials. Detailed knowledge of biological
structure hierarchy is essential for most areas of biomedical
engineering. and biological materials are becoming an
increasingly important resource in bioengineering new
(biomimetic) materials that possess targeted biological
structural and functional properties.
Prerequisites
EBME 201, EBME
202, and, preferably, EMAC 270, or consent
of instructor.
Novel course features
This course emphasizes biological structure hierarchy
with engineering applications in biomedical engineering;
and provides essential principles for the design and
bioengineering of new biomimetic materials that possess
targeted biological structural and functional properties
for biomedical applications in biomaterials and biotechnology.
Class/laboratory Schedule
Two 75 minute lectures per week.
Typical Class Size
25
Semesters and Years Offered:
Spring semester every year
Relationship of Course to Program Objectives
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Learn and understand the structural fundamentals
of biological materials and hierarchical structures.
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Gain knowledge to design and engineer biomimetic
materials for medical applications.
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Broaden experience in techniques for measurement
of physical phenomena. (material structures) relevant
to medicine and/or biology.
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