2023 was a special year for me. it was the year I made my first Longtrack Junior World Team, the year I qualified for the 2024 Gangwon Youth Olympics, and the year I experienced my first true burnout. reflecting on everything that has happened this year, I realized I would change a thing. Every experience […]
The Cutting Edge: Short Track Speedskaters Physics to the Max
Im Joo Rhyu and the esteemed team at Korea University College of Medicine embarked on an ambitious exploration of the inner workings of short track speed skaters’ brains. This motivated group used extensive brain imaging technology to reveal the mysteries behind the awe-inspiring balance and coordination exhibited by elite speedskaters Their groundbreaking findings, published in […]
Para-Skiing: Living Life on the Edge
Over the decades, the world of winter sports has witnessed a remarkable transformation in welcoming individuals with disabilities. It all started in the early 1950s when courageous amputee veterans ventured into skiing despite their physical challenges. The game-changer came with the invention of the outrigger by the ingenious West Germans—this innovative crutch with ski tips […]
Discovering the Components of Below-the-Knee Prosthetics
In the world of prosthetics, below-the-knee prosthetics stand as marvels of innovation, offering a lifeline to individuals who have faced the challenge of lower limb amputation. These intricate devices are more than mere replacements; they’re finely tuned systems designed to restore not just mobility, but also dignity and independence. At the heart of every below-the-knee […]
Bionic Breakthroughs are Redefining the World of Prosthetics
In the realm of prosthetics, groundbreaking advancements are revolutionizing the way we approach limb replacements. An article on ScienceDaily (read here) sheds light on a game-changing breakthrough: a new way to attach bionic limbs without relying on remnant muscles in the residual limb. In the past, remnant muscles in the residual limb were pretty much […]
A Historic Breakthrough in Prosthetic Technology
In the world of prosthetics, science fiction has become a reality. This unique technology has set new limits in the field by directly connecting prosthetics to nerves, muscles, and skeletons. The newfound prosthetics have mind-controlled functionality, self-containment, and exceptional long-term stability, which have transformed the lives of amputees in unimaginable ways. The neuromusculoskeletal prosthesis was […]
What Does it Truly Take to be a Biomedical Engineer?
Becoming a biomedical engineer takes a lot of time, work, and dedication. To be successful in this career path, one must have a strong education, a large skillset, and a true passion for the field. A bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering is typically the minimum requirement, but many go above and beyond to achieve higher […]
Biomedical Engineering: Crafting Solutions for a Healthier Tomorrow
Recently I’ve been thinking about what I want to do when I grow up, and one of the main fields that piqued my interest was Biomedical Engineering. I was originally intrigued by the name, but I decided I should know more about this field if I wanted to pursue a career in it. To start, […]
Playing Dirty: Doping in Sports
There has always been a controversy surrounding growth hormones and steroids, specifically with those who are fully grown and are athletes performing on higher levels. But what about those still young and not quite at that high-performing level? Should they be allowed to use these performance-enhancing hormones that will change the way they physically develop? […]
Hot Topic: Global Warming
What exactly is Global Warming? Well, the name explains it all. Global Warming is when the temperature worldwide increases every year, and recently it’s been increasing by around 0.32 degrees Fahrenheit per decade. You may think, oh, that’s not so bad, I wouldn’t mind if the winters were a little warmer, but if you think […]