Conferences, Lectures, & Seminars
Events for February
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Seminar in Biomedical Engineering
Mon, Feb 02, 2015 @ 12:30 PM - 01:50 PM
Alfred E. Mann Department of Biomedical Engineering
Conferences, Lectures, & Seminars
Speaker: Maryam Shanechi, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Ming Hsieh Department of Electrical Engineering, USC
Talk Title: BME department
Host: Stanley Yamashiro
Location: OHE 122
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Mischalgrace Diasanta
This event is open to all eligible individuals. USC Viterbi operates all of its activities consistent with the University's Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor. -
Seminar in Biomedical Engineering
Mon, Feb 09, 2015 @ 12:30 PM - 01:50 PM
Alfred E. Mann Department of Biomedical Engineering
Conferences, Lectures, & Seminars
Speaker: Vinay A. Duddalwar, MD, FRCR, Associate Professor of Radiology and Urology Section Chief Abdominal Imaging, USC Medical Director, Imaging, Norris Cancer Center at keck medical Center USC
Talk Title: Quantitative Imaging metrics / Radiomics in Renal Mass Imaging
Abstract: An overview of our work in extracting quantitative data from renal mass imaging especially with CT and Contrast enhanced ultrasound. We discuss the use of this data in diagnosis, prognostics and management in patients. This data has been used clinically at USC after validation.
The delivery of this data to the end-users is also evolving. Traditional or legacy systems such as a standard radiology report cannot convey the information in a usable format. Our group is experimenting with non-traditional formats such as 3d printing, virtual purpose built models, and interactive reports.
Biography: Dr. Vinay Duddalwar graduated from the University of Nagpur in India. After being at the University of Pune, India, he then completed his radiology residency in Aberdeen, UK, and completed an abdominal imaging and intervention fellowship at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada. He then joined the faculty at the Grampian University Hospitals Trust, Aberdeen, UK.
In 2004, he joined the Body Imaging Division at the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California. He is now the head of the Abdominal Section in the Body Imaging Division.
Host: Stanley Yamashiro
Location: OHE 122
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Mischalgrace Diasanta
This event is open to all eligible individuals. USC Viterbi operates all of its activities consistent with the University's Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor. -
Seminar in Biomedical Engineering
Mon, Feb 16, 2015 @ 12:30 PM - 01:50 PM
Alfred E. Mann Department of Biomedical Engineering
Conferences, Lectures, & Seminars
Talk Title: NO CLASS (PRESIDENT'S DAY)
Host: Stanley Yamashiro
Location: OHE 122
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Mischalgrace Diasanta
This event is open to all eligible individuals. USC Viterbi operates all of its activities consistent with the University's Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor. -
Seminar in Biomedical Engineering
Mon, Feb 23, 2015 @ 12:30 PM - 01:50 PM
Alfred E. Mann Department of Biomedical Engineering
Conferences, Lectures, & Seminars
Speaker: Daniel Holland, PhD (Postdoctoral Fellow) & Thai Truong, PhD (Senior Scientist), Translational Imaging Center (USC Dornsife & Viterbi, Fraser Lab)
Talk Title: Light sheet microscopy - a versatile tool for biological imaging
Abstract: Biological research has always dreamed of being able to image every single cell in a live intact multicellular system, quantify the cellular behavior and gene expressions, follow the interactions among cells and between cells and the environment, and use the collected information to build a quantitative and predictive understanding. We will present our efforts toward realizing this dream, utilizing the unique imaging platform of light sheet microscopy, also known as selective plane illumination microscopy (SPIM). As the name implies, SPIM uses a planar sheet of light to illuminate a sample, generating fluorescence over a thin optical section of the sample that is then collected by a wide-field imaging camera oriented orthogonal to the light sheet. We will explain how this simple twist in illumination geometry allows SPIM to have distinct advantages over conventional optical imaging techniques in imaging, at cellular resolution or better, live, fast, and/or large biological samples. We will describe past, current, and future work in our lab in developing and applying this imaging technology, including looking at morphogent gradient dynamics in developing embryos; dynamic motion of developing embryonic hearts; and understanding the synaptic neuroplasticity involved in sleep/wake and learning.
Host: Stanley Yamashiro
Location: OHE 122
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Mischalgrace Diasanta
This event is open to all eligible individuals. USC Viterbi operates all of its activities consistent with the University's Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor. -
Biomedical Engineering Seminar
Fri, Feb 27, 2015 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Alfred E. Mann Department of Biomedical Engineering
Conferences, Lectures, & Seminars
Speaker: Eunji Chung-Yoo, Ph.D., Research Associate at the Institute for Molecular Engineering University of Chicago
Talk Title: Molecular Engineering for Regenerative Medicine and Theranostic Applicationsâ
Abstract:
University of Southern California
Biomedical Engineering Seminar
âMolecular Engineering for Regenerative Medicine and Theranostic Applicationsâ
by,
Eunji Chung-Yoo, Ph.D.
Research Associate at the Institute for Molecular Engineering
University of Chicago
Thursday, February 26, 2015
11:00 AM in RTH 109 (Ronald Tutor Hall)
Abstract:
When designing bioactive materials to direct desired outcomes for regenerative medicine, the appropriate structural and functional properties at relevant hierarchical levels, including molecular, cellular, and tissue levels, must be taken into account. Furthermore, just as important is the intentional design of the biomaterial to be practical for the clinical setting, complementing available surgical techniques and emerging healthcare technology, while remaining safe and cost-effective. Biodegradable polymers, whether synthetic or natural, can act synergistically with self-assembly to design multi-dimensional, biomimetic biomaterials to address clinical needs. I will present how citric acid-based elastomers and nanocomposites can be tailored to meet a versatile range of materials properties that are optimal for use as implants for both soft and hard tissue regeneration. Parameters such as polymerization conditions, mechanical properties, surface architecture, and the particulate phase can alter the cellular and tissue response and thus be used to guide specific outcomes.
In addition to surgical implants, through the use of self-assembly, polymers can be used to complement minimally-invasive procedures. Specifically, I will present how natural polymers such as proteins and sugars can form bioactive interfaces such as membranes and encapsulating structures for adhesives and applications in 3-D printing. Moreover, through the rational design of peptide amphiphile micelles, multifunctional nanoparticle systems that can target, diagnose, and treat a variety of diseases including atherosclerosis and cancer will be presented. Taken together, molecular engineering has the potential to address limitations in clinical solutions and generate novel strategies that can deliver molecular signals to report back on or influence the behavior of the cellular niche, or regenerate complex tissues that is required of hierarchically-ordered organs.
Host: Biomedical Engineering
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Location: Ronald Tutor Hall of Engineering (RTH) - 109
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Mischalgrace Diasanta
This event is open to all eligible individuals. USC Viterbi operates all of its activities consistent with the University's Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor.
