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The Pluck & Dispense System (PDSys™) automates the precise transfer of cells from microbubbles to wells, enhancing accuracy and efficiency in laboratory research. This system addresses key challenges such as reducing human error and increasing throughput, making it a valuable tool for small pharmaceutical companies or academic researchers working with microbubbles.

Team Members Advisor Michael Giacomelli Problem Statement This project is aimed at designing a device that allows for accurate and repeatable calibration of an optical probe that will be used…

A device that allows surgeons to adjust the declination angle of their loupes to improve posture during long operations.

The Light Avoidance Team developed a device that delivers customizable light stimuli to mice and analyzes their resulting behavior for use in vision research.

Team Customer The Goal Customer Scenario Key Design Decisions System Design  Prototype Electrical Schematics Customer Feedbacks and Steps Moving Forward LSI Device Feedback: Ways LSI can further develop the product:…

Team WorkStress Customer Adam Christopher Dziorny, M.D., Ph.D., Physician Scientist, University of Rochester Medical Center Project Advisor Edmund C. Lalor, Ph.D. , Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Rochester Project…

Team Abdalrahman Almallahi Timmarie Gallagher Maysoon Harunani Phuong Le Rosemary MacLean Ellie Richard Project Supervisor Regine Choe, Ph.D. Customer Nicole Wilson, Ph.D, M.D. Paul Kupicha Background Information Problem Statement The…

The hemiblock spacer is a novel surgical device designed to expand the knee joint during total knee replacements, allowing for easy access to the back of the knee to facilitate excess cement removal.

Increase Accessibility to Healthcare CelluCov aims to provide sustainable solutions that are accessible to everyone, without sacrificing quality or performance of the device. While eco-friendlier manufacturing processes are often more…

A device aiming to prevent peripheral nerve damage during surgery and simplify operating room procedures.

Our team focuses on automating the mounting process of histology and our device would work together with microtome.

The Baxter Smart room team has designed a prototype to address smart infusion pump related problems that harm the patient experience in hospitals.

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Our device is designed to stabilize needle entry and advancement at set angles during CT-guided procedures.

The Smart Hip Broaching System is a device intended to collect data on impaction force and rotational movements during the broaching process in total hip arthroplasty (THA). The system will provide live feedback of this data and guide the orthopedic surgeon toward optimal placement of the femoral stem during surgery.

The JungleCup is a small, portable, and weather-proof device that can operate in various Costa Rican environments that attracts and traps mosquitoes to determine the prevalence of dengue virus.

Our project is to design an alternative device or system that removes orthopedic casts and is less scary than the current cast saw device.

Our project aims to design an improved neonatal CPAP mask that reduces the amount of pressure exerted on the neonate’s delicate skin and detects air leakage at the mask-neonate interface.

A device to improve the quality of life of individuals suffering from neurogenic bowel.

Our device uses accelerometers to detect unassisted bed-exit motion to prevent falls in hospitals.

Our team is focusing on creating a tamper-evident device that will protect the access port of all vascular access. Our device is also meant to reduce central line bloodstream infections (CLABSI) associated with intentional and unintentional tampering.

A wireless Video Oculography system with two cameras to efficiently and accurately diagnose vestibular disorders

A device to detect urinary incontinence due to loss of bladder control.

A new mechanism for patient transfers that will minimize the prevalence of back injuries in nurses during lateral patient transfers, while sustaining the safety of the patients.

A creative device to protect medical professional from radiation with females physiques in mind

A surgical simulator with realistic sensory feedback for total knee replacement surgery training.

A cervical orthotic for patients experiencing head drop due to neuromuscular diseases, such as ALS. The brace will focus on support, comfort, and controlled motion.

Creating an affordable, accessible, and effective home exercise device to target chronic knee pain.

To design a cassette for a cost effective and fast HIV viral load assay to increase testing accessibility in areas such as sub-Saharan Africa where HIV rates are highly prevalent.