Biomedical Engineering STEM: The Skeleton, Bones and Introduction to Coding

On August 13, we will explore the skeletal system, discuss bones' functions, and play an online skeleton game. There will be an introduction to Scratch coding, and kids will build a prosthetic hand using materials easily found in school supplies and around the house. Minecraft Education will be used to build structures using the engineering design process. Our guest speaker, Eugene Ablordeppey will talk about his venture developing prosthetics for children in Ghana.

The August 13th event is the second in a series of five weeks of FREE virtual STEM camps. Free Minecraft licenses were available to students that registered for all five sessions. However, there is good news, you can register to attend this session for free. Furthermore, a one-year subscription to the I am Pluri club Minecraft license Is available for 12 dollars only!

When: Saturday 8/13

Time: 10 am to 12 pm MST (Arizona)

Where: Online by Zoom

Who: Students from K1 to 8 and family

Cost: Free

More about I am Pluri STEM Biomedical Engineering

The field of biomedical engineering applies engineering principles and design concepts to find solutions for human health. This summer, over five sessions, we will explore the skeletal and muscular system, design prosthetics, and learn about biosensors, regenerative medicine, and careers in orthopedic surgery. Some sessions introduce computer coding. The use of engineering design concepts is reinforced throughout the series. We will also teach kids to explore websites of medical products using a scientific approach. Some sessions will involve hands-on activities that kids can follow and try at home using materials easily found in school supplies and around the house. In addition, we will use Minecraft Education to build structures and reinforce concepts.

Summer/Fall Schedule

August 6 Biomedical Engineering and Prosthetics: Introduction to Minecraft

August 13 The Skeleton and Bones: Introduction to Coding

August 20 Muscle System and Space Exploration

August 27 Electronics, Biosensors, and Organs on a Chip

September 3 Orthopedics and Regenerative Engineering

Additional Information

Contact: Dr. Tayo Fakunle

Email: iampluri2@gmail.com

Note: Zoom links will be sent to all registrants prior to the event date.

Visit our website to learn more: www.iampluri.com