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| Abstract Title: | Assessment of student perceptions of simulations for biomedical imaging courses |
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| Abstract Type: | Contributed Poster Presentation |
| Abstract: | To engage students beyond introductory physics, we developed interdisciplinary courses linking biomedical imaging to core physics concepts. This ongoing project introduces interactive Biomedical Imaging Simulations (BISs) across four modalities (ultrasound, radiography, nuclear imaging, and MRI) designed for both life science and upper-level interdisciplinary undergraduate students. Following pilot implementations at Lewis & Clark College and Portland State University in Spring 2025, we are investigating how students in two intermediate biomedical physics courses perceive physics' relevance to their academic paths, careers, and real-world applications, and how these attitudes compare to those in introductory-level students. Initial data analysis focuses on the use and engagement of the BISs. Preliminary findings will be presented. Ultimately, this work aims to strengthen the connection between physics and practical healthcare applications, making physics more accessible to a broad group of undergraduate science students. |
| Footnote: | This work is supported by the IUSE grants DUE-2315741 and DUE-2315742 from the National Science Foundation. |
| Session Time: | Poster Session B |
| Poster Number: | B-144 |
Author/Organizer Information | |
| Primary Contact: |
Ralf Widenhorn Portland State University Portland, OR 97209 Phone: 5032845995 |
| Co-Author(s) and Co-Presenter(s) |
Cassandra Croft, Portland State University Kathleen Harper, Case Western Reserve University Bethe Scalettar, Lewis & Clark College |
