Cardiovascular disease affects millions of people worldwide and is the leading cause of death. Unfortunately, humans can't regenerate damaged organs. But researchers are working to develop 3-D printed replacements, such as the University of Minnesota's scale-model heart pump (above). Your biomedical engineers will fall big for this month's activities marking American Heart Month. No EKG needed!
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Middle school students use their knowledge about how healthy heart valves function to design, construct, and implant prototype replacement mitral valves for hypothetical patients' hearts. In the process, they discover the pros and cons of different types of artificial heart valves based on materials, surgery requirements, and lifespan.
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Biomedical and tissue engineers are harnessing the power of 3-D printing, engineered bioinks, and novel materials with the aim of one day fabricating replacement hearts and other body parts.
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RELATED FEATURES:
Heal Thyself (ASEE Prism feature on in situ 3-D bioprinting)
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This year's celebration, which will be virtual, salutes the critical work of engineers in creating a world safe from pandemics, climate change, cyber-attacks, and other daunting global challenges.
BONUS: Check out DiscoverE's STEAM@Home design challenges.
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PROFESSIONAL LEARNING: Webinars |
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ASEE's P-12 Educator Series hosts a free Zoom panel discussion on February 24 (6:30 - 7:45 p.m. ET) on racial equity challenges faced by students and teachers and strategies for dismantling barriers that lead to inclusive learning environments. Learn more.
The Ohio Technology and Engineering Educators Association hosts free monthly webinars.The February 22 (4 - 5 p.m. ET) presentation focuses on the newly updated ITEEA Standards for Technological and Engineering Literacy and learning resources. Learn more.
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Student Contests & Other Opportunities |
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Two graduating high school STEM leaders selected from each state can enjoy top-tier science learning while connecting with peers from around the world in this free, prestigious summer program hosted by the state of West Virginia. Because of the pandemic, the 2021 camp will be virtual. Applications, which include a student letter, CV, and transcripts, are due Feb. 28.
Read the eGFI Teachers' blog post on the 2020 National Youth Science Camp.
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How will a deep space mission affect our DNA? Can we detect alien life forms? Students in grades 7-12 design an experiment using PCR or other tool in the Genes in Space toolkit for a chance to launch it to the International Space Station. See webinar schedule for educator and team guidance. Submit proposals by April 12.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's award recognizes outstanding environmental projects developed by K-12 youth in schools, summer camps, or youth organizations. Submisions due Feb. 19.
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Students in grades 5-12 study three moons of Uranus and write an essay of 300 words or less about which one NASA should return to an why. Deadline: Feb. 21.
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High school students can win up to $1,000 for their essay on the potential health benefits of including diverse populations in genetic and genomic studies in this annual American Society of Human Genetics contest. Submissions due March 3.
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The National Academy of Engineering invites high school girls to apply and train as an EngineerGirl Ambassador.
Ambassadors design, develop, and implement projects in their local communities to encourage upper elementary or middle school girls to think about engineering careers. Apply by March 1.
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High school juniors and seniors compete for $100,000 in prizes by tackling real-world math problems under time and resource constraints in this Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics contest. Register teams by Feb. 21.
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To mark Career & Techical Education Month, the Association for Career & Technical Education and NASA HUNCH host an annual K-12 student video challenge. This year's theme: Advancing Space Exploration through Manufacturing. Submit videos by April 1.
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Middle and high school students from around the world write an engaging, 500-word essay on an issue or question in science, technology, engineering, math, or health that fascinates them. Contest runs until March 2.
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Discovery Education and 3M invite students in grades 5 - 8 to create short videos describing a unique solution to an everytday problem for a chance to win $25,000 and a 3M mentorship. Deadline: April 27.
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Middle and high school teams compete regionally (Jan. - March) and nationally in the U.S. Department of Energy's annual contest. Registration deadlines vary. Learn more.
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Middle school students vie to create the fastest, most interesting, and best-crafted solar vehicle at state- and national-level competitions. Learn more.
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Educator Grants & Other Opportunities |
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This White House Council on Environmental Quality and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency award recognizes outstanding K-12 educators who use innovative approaches and the environment as a context for student learning. Submisions due Feb. 19.
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Nominate a 7-12th grade STEM or computer science teacher - or yourself - for this prestigious White House honor by March 1. (Applications from teachers are due April 1.)
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Teams of STEM teachers in grades 5-8 attend three summer institutes at the University of Notre Dame and receive year-long coaching. Includes stipend and travel expenses. Apply by Feb. 25.
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The Society for Science & the Public teacher training program aims to help underserved students excel in STEM, including supporting their participation in research and top-level science competitions. $3,000 stipend. Apply by March 5.
Read the eGFI Teachers' blog post on the 2020 Advocates program.
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High school STEM teachers and educators at nonprofit educational organizations can receive up to $10,000 to develop and integrate a year-long, hands-on project into their courses that involves students in planning, teamwork, and invention. Initial application due April 5.
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Teachers can win up to $5,000 for their school to build and equip a top-tier STEM lab. Enter daily through April 30.
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Engineering Career-Exploration Resources |
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STEM Careers. -- Show students what engineers do with Discovering You: Engineering Your World, a new video series from NBCLearn, Chevron, and ASEE.
Chemical Engineering Careers. -- YouTube series launched by the Camille and Henry Dreyfus Foundation aims to convey the major positive impact that chemical engineers and scientists have on society. Each video includes a proposed lesson for incorporating the cutting edge research into the classroom.
NASA Internships. -- High school, college, and grad students can work with engineers and scientists on sending the first woman to the moon and other missions.
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