Bear Cub grants foster entrepreneurship
Five Washington University scientists, including Jung-Tsung Shen, PhD, recently received Bear Cub grants. The funding helps researchers commercialize their discoveries.
Brain Power​
Washington University alumnus Mark Wronkiewicz (BS ’12) developed BrainCopter, one of the first brain-controlled applications for the iPad, while studying biomedical engineering at the university. His mentor, the School of Medicine’s Eric Leuthardt, MD, tries the application, which challenges players to use their thoughts to manipulate a flying brain icon past obstacles.
Computers may help patients restore movement after stroke
New research suggests that patients whose mobility has
been limited by stroke may one day use their imagination and a computer
link to move their hands.