The Vanguard

The March of Science: Amazing New Advances in Biomedical Engineering

• Tuesday, December 5 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
• Invited guests
• Register

Join The Vanguard as we explore how biology and engineering are advancing medical innovation with Samuel Achilefu, Ph.D.

Recent advances are demonstrating how previously unimaginable ways of using science and math to solve biological and medical problems are making incredible strides. New approaches such as developing artificial tissues that can replace damaged tissue, using 3D printing to create artificial organs, and developing prosthetics that can be controlled by a person's brain are radically expanding our ideas of what is possible in the field of medicine. Dr. Achilefu will discuss the impact of biomedical engineering and research that is offering new promise.

Guests are also invited to enjoy a special access tour of the newly opened Texas Instruments Biomedical Engineering and Sciences Building, a 150,000-square-foot facility built in partnership with UT Dallas to accelerate the creation and application of medical technologies with the potential to change people's lives.

The Vanguard event series highlights medical research at UT Southwestern and provides a forum for champions of medical innovation. Registration is limited by invitation. To request an invitation, contact us.

Featuring

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  Samuel Achilefu, Ph.D.

  Professor and Chair, Biomedical Engineering

  A scientist and medical research pioneer, Dr. Achilefu is an expert in using light-sensitive drugs to help detect, view, and treat cancer. A member of the National Academy of Medicine, he holds the Lyda Hill Distinguished University Chair in Biomedical Engineering.

Location

• Texas Instruments Biomedical Engineering and Sciences Building UT Southwestern Medical Center 2336 Inwood Road, Dallas, TX Directions
• Complimentary parking provided