Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Grades 5-12: My Quest to Cure Diabetic Blindness


“BioMed Tech: Engineering for Your Health”

Topic: “My Quest to Cure Diabetic Blindness”

In recognition of American Diabetes Month, an emerging diabetes researcher shares the story of her research and passion to cure diabetes and related illnesses.

Presenter: Kate Trueblood Doreian

Ph.D. Candidate, Department of Physiology and Biophysics at Case School of Medicine, Case Western Reserve University.

Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2009

Time: 10:00 to 11:00 AM (EST)

Audience: High School and Middle Schools

Recommended for learners in Grades 7-12, the BioMed Tech Distance Learning Series is designed to stimulate interest in biomedical technology and engineering careers and foster an appreciation and understanding of regionally developed medical advances. Aligned with the Ohio Department of Education Science, Mathematics, and Technology Content Standards and the National Science Education Standards, each program will emphasize biomedical technology and engineering careers, scientific processes, and science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) content.

Transmission Modes: NOTA and State IP Network

Schools interested in participating in FREE this educational opportunity should contact John Ramicone at 216-916-6360 or john.ramicone@ideastream.org by November 2nd.

Thank you.

2009-10 WVIZ ideastream & Great Lakes Science Center Special FREE Distance Learning Presentation