Engineering, Education and Global Development

A key component of our research activity is focused on applying tools of engineering, particularly BME to solve long-standing and far-reaching problems in the developing world. In this regard, we are not only interested in finding simple and low-cost solutions to disease prevention, diagnostics and treatment, but also in engaging the local colleges and universities in improving engineering education. We are also working closely to develop an appreciation for education and research in biomedical engineering in the developing world. Some of the current projects in this area include:

1. Low cost solutions to diagnosis of malaria and dengue fever.
2. Improved diagnostics for oncological markers in the developing world.
3. Integration of computational oncology into large-scale cancer screening, prevention and therapeutics.
4. Novel biotech applications in local industries.

In engineering education, we are involved in a variety of areas ranging from introduction of BME as a discipline to integration of engineering and medicine. Among them, our current areas include:

1. Introduction of BME as a powerful tool for healthcare in the developing world.
2. Integration of engineering tools and principles in medical education.
3. Online courses for oncologists, with a focus on integration of engineering tools.
4. Curriculum design for BME at new and existing universities.
5. E-education of BME, with a focus on local demands and local industries.

We are working closely with Center for Global Health,  The Department of International Health at BU School of Public Health and The Pardee Center for the Study of Longer Range Future to carry out our projects.