Tag: bones
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Chris Hernandez, Cornell University – Bones Reveal New Engineering Secret
Examining how bones bounce back after breaking may help us build machines. Chris Hernandez, associate professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering at Cornell University, delves into how bones heal themselves and return to their original function, which could give machines in faraway places a chance to last longer without replacement parts. Dr. Hernandez is an…
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Prashant Kumta, University of Pittsburgh – Biodegradable Parts for Fixing Complex Fractures
Accidents on the slopes and streets lead to broken bones each winter. Prashant Kumta, professor of engineering at the University of Pittsburgh, details a new material that could help the body heal without the use of steel screws or plates. Professor Kumta obtained his Bachelor of Technology (with Honors) in Metallurgical Engineering from the Indian…
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Davide Zori, Baylor University – Viking Social Standing
When one thinks of Vikings, lavish dinner parties are probably not the first thing that come to mind. But, Davide Zori, a professor at Baylor University, will tell us: vikings were really into parties. Davide Zori is assistant professor in the Baylor Interdisciplinary Core at Baylor University. His research concentrates on the Viking expansion into…