Creating a new capstone course for bioengineering students with clinical immersion
Clinical Immersion with Health Professionals and Industry Advising in Undergraduate Biomedical Engineering Capstone Design
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY · NIH-11137573
This study is creating a special program for bioengineering students at George Mason University, where they'll work together with nursing and health informatics students to come up with new ideas that help improve patient care, giving them real-world experience and preparing them for their future careers.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (FAIRFAX, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11137573 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a senior capstone design course and summer immersion program for bioengineering students at George Mason University. The program integrates clinical immersion experiences with the biomedical design process, allowing students to identify and address real clinical needs. Students will collaborate with peers from nursing and health informatics, guided by faculty and industry advisors, to create innovative solutions that improve patient care. This hands-on approach aims to enhance the educational experience and prepare students for careers in biomedical engineering.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include children aged 0-11 who may require new biomedical technologies or interventions.
Not a fit: Patients who are outside the age range of 0-11 or do not have conditions that could be addressed by bioengineering solutions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to the development of innovative biomedical solutions that improve patient care and outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other educational programs that integrate clinical immersion with engineering design have shown success in enhancing student learning and innovation in healthcare solutions.
Where this research is happening
FAIRFAX, UNITED STATES
- GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY — FAIRFAX, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: ROSS, SHANI — GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: ROSS, SHANI
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.