Creating hands-on activities to inspire students in healthcare careers

Biomedical Sensing, Measurement, and Instrumentation with hands-on activities to promote healthcare-related careers

NIH-funded research Innovative Design Labs, INC. · NIH-11008158

This study is all about creating fun, hands-on activities using cool technology to help students learn about health careers, making it easier and more exciting for them to explore the world of healthcare.

Quick facts

Grant typeSbir 2 grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionInnovative Design Labs, INC. NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Minneapolis, United States)
Project IDNIH-11008158 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research focuses on developing innovative hands-on activities using advanced biomedical sensors to engage students in health sciences. By integrating tools like 3D printers and robotics into educational settings, the project aims to enhance students' exposure to healthcare-related careers. The initiative includes creating a user-friendly system and a comprehensive curriculum to facilitate learning. Feedback from teachers during the initial phase has been overwhelmingly positive, indicating strong interest in the proposed activities.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include students and educators involved in STEM education, particularly those interested in health sciences.

Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in educational settings or who are not interested in pursuing healthcare careers may not receive any benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase student interest and belief in their ability to pursue careers in healthcare.

How similar studies have performed: Similar educational initiatives have shown success in engaging students in STEM fields, indicating a promising approach for this project.

Where this research is happening

Minneapolis, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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