EBME 325. Intro to Tissue Engineering
Description
This course will present the primary components, design principles, and engineering concepts central to the field of tissue engineering. First, the biological principles of tissue formation during morphogenesis and wound repair will be examined. The cellular processes underlying these events will be presented with an emphasis on microenvironment regulation of cell behavior. Biomimetic approaches to controlling cell function and tissue formation via the development of biomaterial systems will then be investigated. Case studies of regeneration strategies for specific tissues will be presented in order to examine the different tissue-specific engineering strategies that may be employed. Special current topics in tissue engineering will also be covered.
Prerequisites
EBME 306, Developmental Biology (BIOL 362), and Intro to Organic Chemistry (CHEM 223)
Class/laboratory Schedule
Two 75 minute lectures per week.
Typical Class Size
35
Semesters and Years Offered
Offered every fall semester.
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