Are you ready to explore the fluid mechanics of life?

This course bridges the gap between fundamental fluid dynamics and the complex physiological systems that sustain life. From the high-pressure pulses of the aorta to the microscopic swimming of bacteria, we will uncover the mechanical principles driving biological flows.

Instructor: Dr. Hakan Osman Çaldağ

Contact: [email protected]

🚀 Why Take This Course?

Biological Fluid Mechanics offers a unique opportunity to apply engineering principles to biomedical challenges. Whether you are interested in cardiovascular device design, microfluidics, or understanding the mechanics of disease, this course provides the essential theoretical foundation.

Key Biomedical Topics:

• Cardiovascular Hemodynamics: Blood rheology, pulsatile flow, and the mechanics of arteries.
• Pathological Flows: Understanding stenosis, aneurysms, and hemodynamic risks.
• Micro-scale Locomotion: How microorganisms swim in a low-Reynolds-number world.

📋 Prerequisites

To ensure you get the most out of this course, the following background is required:

• Required: Calculus I, Physics I
• Recommended: Differential Equations

🗓️ Weekly Schedule (Slight Modifications Possible)

Part I: Fundamentals of Biofluids (Weeks 1-7)