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| Project Leader: | Jacob Brown Brown6711@tamu.edu Biomedical Sciences |
| Faculty Mentor: | Dr. Christopher Quick, Ph.D. |
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Team Size:
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4 (Team Full) |
| Open Spots: | 0 |
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Special Opportunities:
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Chance at co-authorship for anyone with a significant scientific contribution and possibility of presenting at a national conference
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Team Needs:
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Undergraduates with knowledge of or are willing to learn about the cardiovascular system, enjoy assembling things, and are able to think out of the box. Having proficiencies in math or writing is a plus. Can enroll in VTPP/BMEN 291/491 for a 3 hour credit.
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Description:
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Blood pressure and flow in the cardiovascular system arises from the complex interaction of the ventricles, large arteries and veins, and the small resistive vessels. Although the individual parts are relatively simple, their interaction can be hard to predict or understand. Although there are many mathematical models and dozens of physical models of individual parts of the cardiovascular system, a mechanical representation of the entire cardiovascular system is lacking. This project will focus on designing and creating a physical model of a closed loop system that correctly represents the system and can help teach students about the cardiovascular system in a more interactive way. Students will have an opportunity to develop a model that hopefully will be used in K-12 schools and colleges. With successful design, implementation, and testing, they will also have an opportunity to present at a national conference.
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