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SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:Alan J. Hunt Memorial Lecture-U-M Biomedical Engineering
DESCRIPTION:Engineering synthetic alternatives to biologics for medicine\nAbstract:\nBiologics\, products produced from living organisms\, have revolutionized treatment of disease. Examples of FDA-approved biologics include therapeutic proteins (e.g. blood clotting factors and antibodies)\, engineered viruses for gene therapy\, and cell therapies. Biologics are addressing previous unmet medical needs\, but are challenging to manufacture and therefore high in cost. In this talk\, I will describe our efforts to develop synthetic alternatives to biologics used in medicine. In the first example\, we develop synthetic polymers that facilitate hemostasis and resuscitation for trauma medicine. In a second example\, we synthesize a polymer that facilitates intracellular delivery of biologic cargo synthesized based on design principles learned from adenoviral vectors. In a final example\, we identify unique aptamers to replace antibodies used in cell therapy manufacturing.\nBio:\nSuzie H. Pun is the Washington Research Foundation Professor of Bioengineering\, Director for the Molecular Engineering and Sciences Institute\, and Associate Director of the Resuscitation Engineering Science Unit (RESCU) at University of Washington. She is a fellow of the U.S. National Academy of Inventors (NAI) and American Institute of Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE)\, and has been recognized with MIT Technology Review’s “Top 100 Young Innovators” designation\, the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers\, and as an AAAS-Lemelson Invention Ambassador. She was also recognized with the University of Washington’s Marsha Landolt Distinguished Graduate Mentor Award for her dedicated mentoring of students. She currently serves as an Associate Editor for ACS Biomaterials Science and Engineering and on the Science Board of Reviewing Editors.\n\nSuzie Pun received her B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Stanford University and her Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the California Institute of Technology. She also worked as a senior scientist at Insert Therapeutics/Calando Pharmaceuticals developing polymeric drug delivery systems before joining the Department of Bioengineering at University of Washington. Her current work focuses on biomaterial applications in drug delivery and gene and cell therapy.
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/128855
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Biointerfaces,Biology,biomedical,biomedical engineering,Bioninterfaces,Biosciences,Biotechnology,bme,engineer,engineering,Lecture,Medicine,Michigan Engineering,Science
LOCATION:Gerald Ford Library - Auditorium
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SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:Department Colloquium
DESCRIPTION:Department Colloquium featuring speaker: C. Thi Nguyen (Utah)\nNovember 15\, 2024\n2306 Mason Hall\, 3-5 PM\n\nTitle: The Social Function of Scoring Systems: Convergence Through Mechanicity\n\nAbstract: Scoring systems are social systems that function to produce convergence on a singular verdict. Games and institutions often use one particular type: a mechanical scoring systems. A game tells us exactly what gets us points\; a bureaucracy tells us exactly how our productivity will be measured. Strangely\, these mechanical scoring systems often inspire fun and free play in games – but in institutional life\, they drain the life out of everything. Why? Drawing from Lorraine Daston’s work on rules\, I offer a theory of the mechanical. A mechanical procedure is one where the procedures and criteria have been designed so as to be usable by anybody\, to yield consistent results. Mechanical scoring systems perform a valuable social function: they guarantee convergence of evaluations\, from those who have accepted the scoring system. They eliminate the possibility of disagreement among those who have agreed to abide by the scoring rules. To do this\, however\, such scoring systems need to strictly limit the kinds of criteria they can target. In games\, this can help us to become more fluid. But mechanical scoring systems perform a different function in institutions. Mechanical scoring systems are often used to make workers more replaceable. The demand for worker fungibility thus systematically shapes the kinds of targets and goals that can be enshrined in institutions. This opens the door for a kind of hermeneutical feedback loop\, whereby those agents who are willing to sacrifice all else\, in the pursuit of higher mechanical scores\, are rewarded with greater social power\, with they can use to heighten the social power of mechanical scoring systems.
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/122902
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Philosophy
LOCATION:Mason Hall - 2306
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DTSTAMP:20241130T123114
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SUMMARY:Careers / Jobs:Explore Internships: Your Gateway to Conservation with SCA
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual info session to learn about internship opportunities with the Student Conservation Association (SCA)! Whether you're passionate about the environment\, eager to gain hands-on experience\, or looking to build your leadership skills\, this session is perfect for you.During the session\, you'll discover:Program Overview: Learn about SCA’s mission to empower youth and young adults through hands-on conservation projects that protect our national parks\, marine sanctuaries\, and community green spaces.Internship Opportunities: Explore various internship roles available across the country\, designed to provide practical experience in environmental stewardship\, project management\, and community engagement.Career Development: Understand how SCA internships can help you build valuable skills and connections in the conservation field.Q&amp\;A Session: Have your questions answeredby SCA Recruiters\, gain insight into the application procress and tips for standing out.Don’t miss this opportunity to kickstart your journey in conservation and make a meaningful impact on the environment! Register now to secure your spot and take the first step toward becominga leader in environmental stewardship.Date: 11/15/2024Time: 3 PM to 4 PM CST (Centeral Time Zone)Location: Virtual Link&nbsp\;We look forward toseeing you there!
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/128395
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