It sounds like you might be referring to biomedical engineering or biomedical science. Here’s a basic overview of what these fields involve:
Biomedical Engineering
Biomedical Engineering is a field that combines principles of engineering with biological and medical sciences to design and develop healthcare technologies and solutions.
Key Areas:
- Medical Devices:
- Examples: Pacemakers, imaging devices (e.g., MRI machines), prosthetics.
- Focus: Designing and improving devices used in medical diagnostics, treatment, and patient monitoring.
- Biomaterials:
- Concept: Materials used in medical implants and devices that interact with biological systems.
- Examples: Synthetic polymers, metals, and ceramics used in implants or artificial organs.
- Tissue Engineering:
- Concept: Developing biological substitutes to restore, maintain, or improve tissue function.
- Examples: Skin grafts, lab-grown organs.
- Biomedical Imaging:
- Concept: Techniques for visualizing the internal structures of the body.
- Examples: MRI, CT scans, ultrasound.
- Rehabilitation Engineering:
- Concept: Designing and creating devices to aid in the rehabilitation of individuals with disabilities.
- Examples: Prosthetic limbs, adaptive equipment.
