Bioengineering Department at the Volgenau School of Engineering, GMU

Bioengineering undergrad Medhini Sosale awarded prestigious Goldwater scholarship

Bioengineering student Medhini Sosale takes home Goldwater achievement!
https://cec.gmu.edu/news/2022-04/bioengineering-undergrad-medhini-sosale-awarded-prestigious-goldwater-scholarship

Bioengineering undergrad Medhini Sosale awarded prestigious Goldwater scholarship Bioengineering undergrad Medhini Sosale wins one of the highest rewards – the Goldwater Scholarship – in the U.S. for undergrad students interested in developing STEM research careers.

Giorgio Ascoli, professor in the Department of Bioengineering, was nominated, reviewed, and elected by peers and members of the AIMBE College of Fellows for outstanding contributions in the development of open-access resources for data science in the investigation of learning, memory, and neurodegeneration.

https://cec.gmu.edu/news/2022-03/giorgio-ascoli-elected-american-institute-medical-and-biological-engineering-fellow

George Mason University mourns the loss of Michael Buschmann

The department of bioengineering at George Mason University mourns the loss of its brilliant leader, Chair and Eminent Scholar Dr. Michael Buschmann. The Buschmann family is in the thoughts of the bioengineering department and the entire in this very difficult time.
Read the full statement on George Mason News:
https://lnkd.in/dxsVXVdW

George Mason University mourns the loss of Michael Buschmann It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic news of the death of Michael Buschmann, Eminent Scholar and Chair of Mason’s Bioengineering Department in the College of Engineering and Computing. A scholar, university leader and man of compassion and integrity; his untimely death saddens all ...

Come out this Friday and support our local BMES by getting your dinner at Chipotle!!

Register for our GMU Medical Engineering Conference organized by our local BMES chapter. See QR code below!
Date: March 5
Time: 9 - 4 pm
Location: Dewberry Hall

Read about Dr. Buschmann's collaborative research: Mason researchers studying manufacturing and characterization of potent mRNA lipid nanoparticle vaccines at multiple scales
https://science.gmu.edu/news/mason-researchers-studying-manufacturing-and-characterization-potent-mrna-lipid-nanoparticle

New Bioengineering Technical Elective for spring 2022 - ROBOTICS

Racing toward Mason’s first 3D-printed solar car

Hypernova Solar was founded in 2019 by Mason bioengineering alum Alex Hughes:
Racing toward Mason’s first 3D-printed solar car
https://www.gmu.edu/news/2021-11/racing-toward-masons-first-3d-printed-solar-car

Racing toward Mason’s first 3D-printed solar car Most people with access to a 3D printer find themselves creating small objects or gadgets. But one student group working at the MIX at George Mason University each Friday is driven by a different dream. “We build, design, test and plan to compete in solar-powered car competitions,” said Michael ...

The Department of Bioengineering awarded its annual Katona Scholarship for Excellence to Inas Zabin, a senior bioengineering major with a pre-health concentration.
The award honors students who show exceptional promise to engage in a successful bioengineering career, which in turn helps society.
Learn more about Inas and the scholarship: https://cec.gmu.edu/news/2021-11/2021-katona-scholarship-recognizes-stand-out-bioengineering-students?fbclid=IwAR03D9HNN7AZUbm4wAf51zQsbGJLp4rofqraVH8oNTRStCAwXSZLcGLHUAQ

Why George Mason University?

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/why-george-mason-university-bioengineering-gmu

Why George Mason University? As part of Virginia’s largest public research university, the College of Engineering and Computing is recognized as an innovative and entrepreneurial institution that sets our students up for success. In 2021, the college earned a top 100 slot in the National Science Foundation’s prestigious Hig...

Bioengineering student Medhini Sosale found her home in research labs in high school.
In her time at Mason, she has sought out lab and fieldwork opportunities in bioengineering and conservation to expand her knowledge and hone her skills.
Learn more about Sosale and the research she's pursued:
https://cec.gmu.edu/.../bioengineering-student-pursues...
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Bioengineering research featured in the scientific journal Nature

Two recent research publications authored by Mason bioengineering professor Giorgio Ascoli appear as the cover articles in the first issue of the October edition of the scientific journal Nature.

https://cec.gmu.edu/news/2021-10/bioengineering-research-featured-scientific-journal-nature

Bioengineering research featured in the scientific journal Nature In This Story People Mentioned in This Story Giorgio Ascoli Michael Buschmann Body The October issue of Nature features research by Mason researchers. Cover illustration provided by Nature.Two recent research publications authored by bioengineering professor Giorgio Ascoli appear as the cover articl...

Follow Mason Bioengineering at the BMES by attending our presentations:

Joshua Bush – Live In Person presentation Friday Oct. 8 at 3-4pm
Abstract ID: 028 - 610 Title: Modular DNA Hydrogels: Towards Nano-Architected Functional Biomaterials

Shrishti Singh – Oral presentation Thursday Oct 7 under Biomedical Imaging and Instrumentation Virtual Section.
Abstract ID: 057 – 605 Title: Functionalization of Indocyanine Green J-aggregates for Near Infrared Targeted Photoacoustic Imaging

Nate Sutton - Oral presentation Thursday Oct 7 at 9pm Session Room Assignment: Virtual, Title of Session: Neural Engineering Virtual II
Abstract ID: 130 - 1446 Title: Hippocampal Spiking Neural Network Models: An Online Survey of Simulations and Underlying Theories

Ko-Tsung Hsu - Virtual presentation
Abstract ID: 057 – 248 Title: Comparing Deep Learning Frameworks for Photoacoustic Tomography Image Reconstruct

Hooda Said - Virtual presentation
Abstract ID: 112 – 2527 Title: Molecular and Colloidal Ionization Properties of Ionizable Lipids and Lipid Nanoparticles

Manuel Carrasco - Virtual presentation
Abstract ID: 112 – 2559 Title: LNP Ionization, Charge, and Ultrastructure Influence mRNA Delivery Efficiency and Biodistribution

Esra Oktay - Virtual presentation
Abstract ID: 150 – 529 Virtual Poster Session - Static All Conference

Sean Hu - Virtual presentation
Abstract ID: 024 – 592 Title: Temporal Control of Biomolecules Release in Gelatin Hydrogel

Steven Guan - Virtual presentation
Abstract ID: 057 – 121 Title: Fast Photoacoustic Wave Simulation Using Deep Learning; Virtual Poster Session - Static All Conference Virtual Session Room

Remi Veneziano, bioengineering assistant professor, is partnering with fellow researchers at Mason to create and test a new drug modality to help the battle against breast cancer. Read below to learn more. https://cec.gmu.edu/news/2021-09/bioengineers-and-biologists-team-battle-cancer-cells

CEC Ice Cream Social with our Mason Bioengineering BMSS. Thank you Renae and Lucia!

Dr. Michael Buschmann, Chair of Mason's Bioengineering department and his team including Mason Bioengineering's professor Caroline Hoemann have developed improved technology that could help make COVID-19 vaccines better and more readily available.
https://www2.gmu.edu/news/2021-07/masons-michael-buschmann-and-team-start-aexerna-therapeutics-inc-pursue-patents#

Mason researchers study risk factors of brain aneurysms and effective treatments for high-risk patients

Mason Bioengineering Professor Juan Cebral and his team are studying major risk factors for aneurysms and how to identify high-risk patients who need prompt and aggressive treatments.
https://www2.gmu.edu/news/2021-05/mason-researchers-study-risk-factors-brain-aneurysms-and-effective-treatments-high

Mason researchers study risk factors of brain aneurysms and effective treatments for high-risk patients The localized enlargement of arteries in the brain, known as cerebral aneurysms, can have devastating consequences. Mason researcher Juan Cebral and his team are studying major risk factors for aneurysms and how to identify high-risk patients who need prompt and aggressive treatments.

Bioengineering at Mason

The Department of Bioengineering at Mason is educating the next generation of biomedical innovators.

Learn about the research and learning opportunities that Mason Bioengineering students have from the moment they step on campus.
https://youtu.be/Blw0jhTxOS4

Bioengineering at Mason Hear about teaching and research from students and faculty in the Volgenau School of Engineering's Department of Bioengineering.

Congratulations to our winners of the Mason 3MT Competition: Two out of the three first places ($1,000) went to our Bioengineering students
• Sara Hadad (Bioengineering, VSE)
• Shriniwas Patwardhan (Bioengineering, VSE)

GMU Medical Engineering Conference 2021

The Biomedical Engineering Society is hosting the first George Mason University Medical Engineering Conference this Saturday, March 27th, 2021. We hope that you will join us and hear about our research as well as research from different schools and organizations.
Please register at the link listed below:
https://lnkd.in/dGySuzQ

GMU Medical Engineering Conference 2021 The Biomedical Engineering Society is hosting the first Medical Engineering Conference at George Mason University.

2020 Bioengineering Annual Report

Congratulations to George Mason University Bioengineering professors, researchers, students and affiliates on the tremendous progress in research and education. Nicely summarized in this annual report:

https://issuu.com/volgenauschoolofengineeringannualre2/docs/2020_bioengineering_annual_report

issuu.com Stories, informatiion, news, and accomplishments of the Department of Bioengineering at the Volgenau School

Nashaat Rasheed graduated in Spring 2018 with a PhD in Bioengineering from George Mason University. He now works for the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) and was awarded the 2019 Outstanding Service Honor Award after being at the FDA for one year only. Congratulations!

Using ultrasound technology to improve the lives of amputees
https://www2.gmu.edu/news/592591

Using virtual reality to support addiction recovery:

https://www2.gmu.edu/news/590016

Registration for Career Night is now open! Please share the media kit with your liaisions and remind them that space is limited and time is short. There are several Handshake resources linked in the key messages document, which should be helpful for your reference when sharing with students or among your network.

Event Details:
• When: October 28, from 4 to 7 pm EST
• Where: go.gmu.edu/CareerNight
• What: jobs and internships for all majors
• How: Register in Handshake and sign up for sessions
*Please note: Registration is required. Students will not be able to meet with employers without registering AND signing up for a session.

Featured Employers:
- Bognet Construction (Open to All Majors – CEIE check it out)
- Booz Allen Hamilton
- Carollo Engineers
- Easy Dynamic Corp
- Eli Lilly & Company
- Invo HealthCare - Progressus Therapy
- Lockheed Martin
- Micron Technology
- N-ask Incorporated
- Naval Research Lab
- Shared Spectrum Company (Hosting an event with IEEE – details below)
- Verizon
- Zeta & Associates

Information Regarding IEEE Event:
IEEE Event – Resume Clinic with Shared Spectrum Company – Thursday
Please contact Michael Nguyen with questions about this event.

Shared Spectrum Company (SSC) is hosting a free resume clinic with their CEO, President, and VP to go over exactly what they're looking for in candidates and to help YOU polish your resume for future opportunities as you get closer to the end of your academic career. The video call will take place this Thursday, 10/22/2020 @ 6PM. This is a rare opportunity to get information and feedback from high-ranking professionals in the tech field and we encourage you to take some time to attend the virtual event. Moreover, this event is the perfect time to practice networking and to see if there are any positions in the company that fit your goals (ask about how you should approach internship and full-time opportunities!). If you're not interested in potential opportunities with SSC or similar fields, this is still a great chance to review your own resume so that it is ready for technical positions in your area of choice for the future.

Access the link below on Thursday to attend the event. Students should be able to use a web browser rather than download the app.

https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/645034805

Read about our new departmental clinical immersion initiative:
https://volgenau.gmu.edu/news/590011

Mason research on target to surpass $200 million for a record-breaking year
https://www2.gmu.edu/news/590036

Neural reconstruction database benefits many areas of research | Volgenau School of Engineering

Professor Giorgio Ascoli and his team originally made NeuroMorph.org in 2006. Since then, the online repository for neuron reconstructions has grown to over 130,000 entries and hundreds of projects citing the site's work. Read about how NeuroMorph.org has grown.
https://volgenau.gmu.edu/news/589171

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