BioMedTech Speaker Series Schedule 2009-2010

BioMedTech’s Speaker Series features interactive presentations from leading experts in the field of biomedical technology and engineering. A different topic is presented each month. These presentations are free to GLSC visitors with paid admission to Great Lakes Science Center. Space is limited. No reservations required.


Saturday, October 24, 2009 at 1:30 PM
Topic: Super Hero Science
Presented by the Cleveland FES Center: Dustin Tyler, PhD; Kevin Kilgore, PhD; Katie Polasek, PhD; Christa Wheeler Moss, MS; Chris Pulliam, MS; Dana Hromyak, RRT; Nathan Makowski, Graduate Student; Ilya Kolb, Undergraduate Student; Logan Hubbard, Undergraduate Student.

See how biomedical engineers make what happens in movies a reality! A principal investigator from the Cleveland FES Center and Department of Biomedical Engineering at Case Western Reserve University will present the latest advances in functional electrical stimulation (FES) to Science Center visitors. Graduate students will engage visitors in understanding the concepts of functional electrical stimulation (FES) with hands-on demonstrations including the FES hand grasp system.

         
Saturday, November 7, 2009 at 1:30 PM
Topic: Diabetes: Causes and Consequences
Presented by Kate Trueblood Doreian,
Bridgette Christopher, and Chep Yego, PhD Candidates, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Department of Physiology and Biophysics.

In recognition of American DiabetesMonth, graduate student researchers will engage the public in understanding the causes and consequences of diabetes, specifically diabetic blindness and heart disease. Students will utilize hands-on demonstrations to explore the anatomy of the eye, simulate vision with diabeticretinopathy (blindness), and observe the fat-sugar-protein ratios in common foods.


Sunday, December 13, 2009 at 1:30 PM
Topic: Snoring and Sleep Apnea: What You Should Know
Presenter: Carol Rosen, MD, Sleep Medicine Specialist, University Hospitals at Case Medical Center and Clinical and Translational Science Collaborative (CTSC)

Learn how snoring and sleep apnea affect overall health. Observe a demonstration of the biomedical technologies used to treat these sleep disorders. Discover how a loca lclinician uses research and technology to improve human health.


Saturday, February 20, 2010 at 1:30 PM
Topic: Artificial Limbs for Real People
Presented by David Garcia, LP, Lped, Manuel Garcia Prosthetic and Orthotic Centers

Celebrate National Engineers Week with a local prosthetist and explore how science, technology and art integrate to improve people’s quality of life. See the award-winning Touch Bionics i-LIMB hand in action.


Saturday, February 27, 2010 at 1:30 PM
Topic: Face Transplant: Medicine Makes the Impossible Possible
Presented by Steven Bernard, MD, Cleveland Clinic Face Transplant Team

Technology, expertise, teamwork and creativity come together to develop ground-breaking medical procedures. Join a member of the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic Face Transplant team to learn more about this incredible achievement.


Saturday, March 20, 2010 at 1:30 PM
Topic: Brain Power
Presented by: Sean Veney, PhD, and Heather Caldwell, PhD,
Department of Biological Sciences, Kent State University

Discover what local neuroscientists are learning about the inner-workings of the brain and how their studies impact human health. In recognition of Brain Awareness Week, Kent State University Biology Professors Dr. Sean Veney and Dr. Heather Caldwell will share and discuss their research into how the brain develops and regulates social behaviors. Following this presentation, the audience will be invited to participate in an exciting assortment of educational brain games and activities!


Saturday, April 24, 2010 at 1:30 PM
Topic: DNA Days Celebration
Presented by: Mitchell Drumm, PhD, Professor, Case Western Reserve University and Clinical and Translational Science Collaborative (CTSC) Researcher

National DNA Day commemorates the discovery of the double helix and the completion of the Human Genome Project. In recognition of National DNA Day, Dr. Drumm, a cutting-edge Clinical and Translational Science Collaborative (CTSC) scientist will share how his DNA research leads aims to stimulate advancements in medical treatments and cures for cystic fibrosis.

The day also includes related hands-on activities where visitors can build a double helix, clone a microbe and extract their own DNA.

Saturday, May 8, 2010 at 1:30 PM
Topic: Microbe Detectives

In celebration of National Lab Day, Christi Wojewoda, MD will share how hospital clinical laboratories assist physicians in the diagnosis of infectious disease. Through hands-on activities, explore the laboratory skills used to identify microbes. Look into a microscope, perform biochemical tests and practice molecular techniques.


Saturday, June 12, 2010 at 1:30 pm
Topic: Beyond X-Rays: Advances in Radiology

Learn from Jon Davidson, MD, about the innovative field of Interventional Radiology. See how navigating the vessels of the body enables medical professionals to diagnose and treat a variety of conditions and diseases with less risk, less pain, reduced recovery time and improved outcomes.


Saturday, July 17, 2010 at 1:30 pm
Topic: Keep the Spring in Your Step: Innovations in Knee Health for Athletes

Learn all about the science of sports medicine from Susan Joy, MD, Director of Women’s Sports Health and Sports Medicine Physician with the Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Joy will speak about how recent advancements in biomedicine and technology are improving performance and safety in athletes of all ages, from children to adult. Learn how advances in medical technology and biomechanical analysis help doctors understand and treat athletic knee injuries


Aligned with the Ohio Department of Education Science, Mathematics, and Technology Content Standards and the National Science Education Standards. Due to the nature of the health care industry, dates and speakers are subject to change.