Engineering
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Eye Reconstruction Surgery Explained
Watch as Dr. Michael Groth explains reconstructive eye surgery using examples from his patient on The Drs show! See before your eyes how far reconstructive surgery has progressed!
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Da Vinci surgical robot peeling a grape at Southmead Hospital event
Did you know that robots have become so precise and accurate that they can perform very intricate surgeries! Check out how the Da Vinci robot was able to peel grapes without even harm…
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Wilson Greatbatch, Inventor of Implantable Pacemaker, Dies at 92
Have you ever heard of a pacemaker before? Maybe your grandparents have them? Read this article about Wilson Greatbatch, the inventor of the implantable pacemaker!
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Amy Ross: Space Suit Engineer
In this interview, students will learn about an exciting engineering job! Amy Ross describes her career and the education that was required for her to achieve her position.
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Amputee vets inspire others on softball field
When Tim Horton lost his leg in Iraq he did not know what his life would consist of afterwards. When he began using the new and improved high-tech prosthetics, he realized he was capa…
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Cynthia Breazeal
Cynthia Breazeal is a roboticist, or a scientist who makes robots. Cynthia's robots aren't just moving pieces of metal, however; they express and recognize emotions and act accordingl…
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5 Major Advances in Robotic Prosthetics
Carbon fiber, bluetooth, microprocessors, and myoelectric are some science words that you might relate to engineering and technology. But did you think that they would also relate th…
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Robot Skin Built With Touch Superior to Humans
University of Southern California's Engineering school has created the BioTac, which is able to physically feel. It mimics the touch of the human fingertip. It can identify a wide var…
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Dean Kamen's Artificial Arm
Want an arm like Luke Skywalker? Check out the cool video about a prosthetic arm that can do just about anything a real arm can!
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Canes Have Eyes
This article discusses the invention of a twelve year old boy who wanted to help the blind. He realized that there are hazards that a regular cane cannot sense, so he invented a cane …
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Design a Cell Phone
Ever wanted to design your own cell phone? Now is your chance to help an engineering director design and manufacture a cell phone to help senior citizens! Do this cool virtual activ…
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Choose the Prosthetic
In order to do a replacement surgery the right prosthetic has to be chosen. In choosing the prosthetic, one has to be careful to choose the right size for the patient, the right fit, …
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3D Printed Universe
You can 3D print a mini universe and hold it in the palm of your hands! Students will learn about the universe and 3D printing!
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Smartphone Spells
If you have an Android phone, you can cast spells to make your phone do certain things! Students will learn about cool new technology!
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Eric Schott - Electrical Engineering Student and Band Member
Eric Schott is a sophomore electrical engineering student at Southern Methodist University (SMU), and he's also a member of the SMU Mustang Band. He shows how STEM and music can go ha…
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Lewis Poche - Engineering Management Student & Band Member
Why did you choose your major? Did you always know this is what you wanted to do? I chose EMIS because I always liked thinking about the systems behind things. Seeing the puzzle piec…
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Katie Hegarty - Computer Science Student & Volleyball Player
Are you interested in sports and engineering? Well, you can definitely succeed at both! Katie is a senior at Southern Methodist University who balances Volleyball and Computer Science…
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Industry Careers: Video Game Producer
Video game producers are critical in order for game manifacturing. They help ensure that different departments working on a game work together. Meet Lyndsay Pearson, who explains what…
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Science Careers: Robotics Engineer
Robotics engineers make new and innovative robots. Learn what this occupation entails.
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Danelle Cline, Software Engineer with Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute
Are you avoiding software engineering because you don't want to sit in an office all day? Danelle Cline, Software Engineer for the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute, enjoys a …
