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BioMEMS: Forging New Collaborations Between Biologists and Engineers

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Careers in biomedical engineering.

R E Madrid¹, V I Rotger, M C Herrera

¹Department of Bioengineering at the University of Tucumán, Argentina. rmadrid@herrera.unt.edu.ar

|September 30, 2010

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Biomedical engineering in Argentina has experienced significant growth over the past 25 years. This expansion includes increased human resources, new academic programs, and advancements in research and healthcare applications.

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Area of Science:

Biomedical Engineering
Health Sciences
Engineering Education

Background:

Biomedical engineering in Argentina has a history of over 35 years.
Sustained growth in the field has been observed for the last 25 years.
This growth encompasses human resources, research, and technological development.

Purpose of the Study:

To analyze the sustained growth of biomedical engineering in Argentina.
To highlight the development in human resources and academic programs.
To underscore advancements in research, knowledge, and healthcare.

Main Methods:

Qualitative analysis of the field's development over 25 years.
Review of emerging undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
Assessment of research output and technological innovation.

Main Results:

Significant increase in human resources dedicated to biomedical engineering.
Emergence of new undergraduate and postgraduate educational programs.
Substantial progress in research, knowledge dissemination, and technological development impacting healthcare.

Conclusions:

Biomedical engineering in Argentina shows a robust and sustained growth trajectory.
The field is increasingly contributing to research, innovation, and healthcare improvements.
Continued development is evident across academic, research, and practical applications.