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Orthopaedic Bioengineering
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:00:14
Abstract
Introduction to the basic concepts of orthopaedic science with special emphasis on bioengineering.
Objective
Introduction to the basic concepts of orthopaedic science with special emphasis on bioengineering.
Content
Orthopaedics nowadays is heavily influenced by the general movement in medicine towards cellular and molecular therapy approaches. In this context, engineering principles are very important in the development and application of quantitative approaches in biology and medicine. This course includes a general introduction to structure and function of the musculoskeletal system: anatomy and physiology of cells, tissues, organs, and joints; hierarchical imaging methods to assess and quantify single cells or large joint systems; introduction in biomechanics of musculoskeletal tissues and joints. In the second part of the course, bone and cartilage diseases and their therapies will be the focus: arthritis, osteoporosis; traumatology and fracture healing; joint replacement and reconstruction; implants; molecular and cellular approaches; computer simulations; genetics, genomics and gene therapy; biomaterials and tissue engineering.
Resources
Lecture Notes
Available online.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- oral 30 minutes
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture with exercise | Orthopaedic Bioengineering |
|
4 h weekly |