Medical biophysics

This unit will introduce you to the fundamental role of physics in how the body functions.

Throughout the semester, you will learn key principals of physics, and apply this knowledge to physiological processes. The concepts will be explored through experimentation and creation of simple models.

The concepts studied include the flow of fluids (such as blood and air) in the body, the mechanics of the musculoskeletal system, electrical signals within the brain and nervous system, and the optics involved in vision. These concepts will be explored through a range of scales - from atomic through to whole body systems.

By understanding the key principals of physics which govern how our bodies function, you will have gained a solid foundation for further study in the biomedical sciences.