ΜΜ25 | Biomechanical Analysis for Artificial Organs

Postgraduate Study Program | Computational and Experimental Engineering and Advanced Materials

Aims

To provide the student with basic knowledge necessary for the technology and design of artificial organs with specific attention to the blood rheology, electromechanics, biocompatibility and material choice.

Learning outcomes. The students will be able to:

1. Describe and explain basic concepts of artificial organs technology.
2. Identify the significant parameters necessitate organ geometry, biomechanical function, materials characteristics, biocompatibility, patient connection or implantation methodologies and external support.
3. Describe and explain the strategies followed for the whole organ tissue engineering.

Laboratory.

1. Tissue engineering heart valves/blood vessels
2. In vitro calcification assessment: static and dynamic.