Introduction to Biomechanics and Mechanobiology

Introduction to the mechanical analysis of tissues (biomechanics), and how mechanical cues play a role in regulating tissue development, adaptation, regeneration, and aging (mechanobiology). Topics include tissue viscoelasticity, cardiovascular biomechanics, blood rheology, interstitial flow, bone mechanics, muscle contraction and mechanics, and mechanobiology of the musculoskeletal system. Undergraduates are recommended to take ME70 and ME80, or equivalent courses as prerequisites.