BIEN 570 — Active Mechanics in Biology

Introduction to the role of active forces, e.g. cell and tissue contraction, in the mechanics of biological systems. Review of passive and actively driven viscoelastic systems and momentum transport underlying the material properties of biology. The course involves a literature survey and a team project application.

• Credits: 3
• Faculty: Faculty of Engineering
• Department: Bioengineering
• Taught by: Allen Ehrlicher
• Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.

Sections offered

• Section 001 (Lec), Tue Thu 10:05-11:25 am — 8 seats open
• Section 002 (Lec), Tue Thu 10:05-11:25 am — 0 seats open
• Section 003 (Tut), Tue 3:35-5:25 pm — 8 seats open
• Section 004 (Tut), Tue 3:35-5:25 pm — 0 seats open