BIOE 498

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Credit: 1 TO 4 hours.

Subject offerings of new and developing areas of knowledge in bioengineering intended to augment the existing curriculum. See Class Schedule or departmental course information for topics and prerequisites.

1 to 4 undergraduate hours. 1 to 4 graduate hours. May be repeated if topics vary.

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BIOE 498 class schedule data for spring 2024
CRN	Type	Section	Time	Day	Location	Instructor	Section Details
31792	Lecture	AL	12:30PM -1:50PM	TR	3031 Campus Instructional Facility	Sirk, S Tarabey, M	Part of Term: 1 Date Range: 01/16/24-05/01/24 Credit: 3 hours Section Title: Immunoengineering Section Info: Students will explore concepts surrounding the field of immunoengineering, with a focus on understanding engineering approaches in both basic and translational research, as applied to the immune system and its manipulation for disease intervention and management. Students will rigorously investigate design principles underlying immunologically-based therapies and diagnostics. Critical analysis of scientific findings will be facilitated through instructor-led lectures, student-led literature discussions, and in-class activities and homework. Through activities and assignments, students should gain a deeper understanding of the underlying physical, chemical, and biological components that have facilitated immunogengineering advances, with an emphasis on developing novel, innovative solutions to address limitations in existing technology. Assignments, exams, and in-class activities will focus on critical analysis and thoughtful evaluation of data and conclusions, as well as effective written and oral communication skills. Restriction(s): Restricted to BS:Bioengineering - UIUC.
39551	Lecture	BTP	9:00AM -10:20AM	MW	2233 Everitt Laboratory	Wang, X	Part of Term: 1 Date Range: 01/16/24-05/01/24 Credit: 3 hours Section Title: Biotech: Princ, Tools, Appli Section Info: This course aims to stimulate students’ interdisciplinary thinking and discussion about bioengineering approaches in both basic and translational research. Students will exploit (1) structures of DNA, RNA, protein, and related molecules/complexes, (2) bioengineering tools and techniques for creation of functional biomaterials, and (3) uses of the biotechniques in disease prevention, diagnostics, and therapeutics, adapting plants for specific needs, addressing environmental problems, and improving animal suitability for specific applications. Students will learn from the instructor-led lectures, in-class activities, homework, student-led research paper discussions, and team project preparation. Restriction(s): Restricted to BS:Bioengineering - UIUC.
60233	Lecture	MPM	1:00PM -1:50PM	MWF	3217 Everitt Laboratory	Leggett, S	Part of Term: 1 Date Range: 01/16/24-05/01/24 Credit: 3 hours Section Title: Bio Disease Model Personal Med Section Info: This course will cover advanced concepts for the design and application of bioengineered disease models that hold immense promise for advancing personalized medicine. Traditional methods of studying health and disease involve 2D cultures and laboratory animals, which have limitations in their ability to accurately mimic human biology. The generation of bioengineered 3D cultures and Organ-on-a-Chip models from human cells may overcome this issue and improve clinical translation. Organ-on-a-Chip models are akin to miniature organs that recapitulate the structure and function of real organs. We'll explore how these tiny “chips” can be precisely tuned to understand individual patient disease, with a focus on addressing leading causes of death – heart disease, cancer, and lung disease. Students will learn how to strategically design these models to mimic complex physical and chemical cues in the cell microenvironment. Topics include biomaterials, mechanobiology, microfluidics, live imaging, and targeted therapeutics. The course format will include instructor-led lectures, student-led discussion and evaluation of literature, and activities to design novel “body-chips.” Prerequisites: BIOE 202 and 206 Restriction(s): Restricted to BS:Bioengineering - UIUC.
51297	Lecture	RI	9:30AM -10:50AM	TR	4029 Campus Instructional Facility	Amos, J	Part of Term: 1 Date Range: 01/16/24-05/01/24 Credit: 3 hours Section Title: Regulatory & Safety Issues Section Info: Overview of regulatory agencies involved in approval of medical products. Approaches to safety and risk analysis for medical products. Students will learn from case studies of medical product approvals and perform risk analysis for medical products. This course would be suitable for students across all tracks. Recommended prerequisite knowledge: graduate standing or senior standing and credit for or enrolled in BIOE 400. Restriction(s): Restricted to BS:Bioengineering - UIUC.