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BMET5931: Nanomaterials in Medicine
2026 unit information
The application of science and technology at the nanoscale for biomedical problems promises to revolutionise medicine. Recent years have witnessed unprecedented advances in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases by applying nanotechnology to medicine. This course focuses on explaining the fundamentals of nanomedicine, and highlighting the special properties and application of nanomaterials in medicine. This course also reviews the most significant biomedical applications of nanomaterials including the recent breakthroughs in drug delivery, medical imaging, gene therapy, biosensors and cancer treatment.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Engineering
| Study level | Postgraduate |
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| Academic unit | Biomedical Engineering |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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None |
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Corequisites:
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None |
| Prohibitions:
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AMME5931 |
| Assumed knowledge:
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Knowledge in calculus, linear differential equations, basic mechanics and electromagnetism |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. Critically discuss the current state and recent advances in nanomaterials in medicine, and evaluate the current challenges in nanomedicine
- LO2. Apply and integrate core engineering principles in the design and analysis of nanomedicine
- LO3. Design and formulate novel nanoscale material–based solutions to address unmet clinical needs and overcome limitations of existing biomedical technologies
- LO4. Devise solutions that account for technical and financial feasibility, as well as practical surgical considerations
- LO5. Appreciate and recognize the interdisciplinary nature of the field of nanomedicine, whereby concepts from a wide range of areas including materials science, human biology, chemistry and physics are brought together
- LO6. Employ techniques for effective oral and written communication of the concepts and knowledge underlining the background science and engineering applications of nanomaterials in medicine
- LO7. Identify, obtain, and analyse information using appropriate search strategies to gain in-depth knowledge and current advances in nanomaterials used in medicine
- LO8. Employ professional techniques and activities such as assigning tasks, managing time, meeting deadlines, and communicating with your colleagues in a professional manner.
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