Polymers in Medicine II: Medical Device Design

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Note: This course is not available for the current semester.

Course No: PLAS.5540; Last Offered: No Data;

Course Description

This course focuses on how to take a medical device invention forward from early concept to technology translation and implementation planning. Topics include technology research & development; patent strategies; techniques for analyzing intellectual property; advanced planning for reimbursement and FDA approval; choosing translation strategies (licensing vs. start-up); ethical issues including conflict of interest; fundraising approaches and cash requirements; essentials of writing a business or research plan; strategies for assembling a development team. Students will prepare a final medical device proposal and presentation.

Prerequisites & Notes

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  • Credits: 3;

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