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Water Affects Morphogenesis of Growing Aquatic Plant Leaves

Submitted by Fan Xu on

Lotus leaves floating on water usually experience short-wavelength edge wrinkling that decays toward the center, while the leaves growing above water normally morph into a global bending cone shape with long rippled waves near the edge. Observations suggest that the underlying water (liquid substrate) significantly affects the morphogenesis of leaves.

PostDoc position in Biomechanics at Graz University of Technology

Submitted by Gerhard Holzapfel on

A postdoc position as a University Assistant for 6 years, fully employed (40 hours/week), expected commencement of employment: June 1, 2020, at the Institute of Biomechanics, Graz University of Technology, Austria.

Acceptance conditions:
Completed doctoral study of engineering sciences in the area of computational (bio)mechanics.

Requested Qualification:

PhD position in Biomechanics at Graz University of Technology

Submitted by Gerhard Holzapfel on

A position as a University Assistant for 4 years, fully employed (40 hours/week); expected commencement of employment: June 1, 2020, at the Institute of Biomechanics, Graz University of Technology, Austria.

Acceptance conditions:
The candidate has a qualified Masters in biomedical engineering, biophysics, mechanical, electrical or

NIH-supported PhD position in biomechanics, Worcester Polytechnic Instituite (WPI)

Submitted by songbai on

An NIH-supported PhD position is available in the Department of Biomedical Engineering, Worcester Polytechnic Instituite (WPI). Our lab focuses on the health of the central nervous system, with projects on traumatic brain injury and surgical image guidance of spinal surgical procedures. The student will have freedome to focus either on computational biomechanics, experimetnal biomechanics, or medical imaging, or a combination of these elements. Our lab works closely with other engineers and clinicians. Students with a minimum of GPA of 3.5 are encouraged to apply.

Speakers announced for the 5th International Conference on BioTribology (ICoBT 2020)

Submitted by MMcA2 on

We are pleased to announce our first confirmed speakers for the 5th International Conference on BioTribology (ICoBT 2020), which will be held at the beautiful location of Royal Holloway, University of London in Egham, UK, 13-16 September 2020.

Plenary speaker:
Prof. Dr. Stanislav GorbKiel University, Zoological Institute, Functional Morphology and Biomechanics, Germany

ICoBT 2020 - 5th International Conference on BioTribology - Abstract submission now open

Submitted by MMcA2 on

Abstract submission deadline: 10 April 2020

Early-bird registration deadline: 26 June 2020

For full details and to submit your abstract visit www.elsevier.com/biotribology-conference

 

We are very pleased to announce the 5th International Conference on BioTribology (ICoBT 2020) will be held at the beautiful location of Royal Holloway, University of London in Egham, Surrey, UK, 13-16 September 2020.

 

Scientists positions in Materials for health care at IMDEA Materials Institute

Submitted by Javier LLorca on

IMDEA Materials Institute is a public research organization founded in 2007 by Madrid’s regional government to carry out research of excellence in Material Science and Engineering by attracting talent from all over world to work in an international and multidisciplinary environment. IMDEA Materials has grown rapidly since its foundation and currently includes more than 120 researchers from 17 nationalities and has become one of the leading research centers in materials in Europe which has received the María de Maeztu seal of excellence from the Spanish government.

Postdoc on Digital image correlation and Virtual fields modeling

Submitted by iasigal on

Laboratory of Ocular Biomechanics, University of Pittsburgh.
We are looking for a highly motivated postdoc to join our team to work on Digital image correlation and Virtual fields modeling. Candidates must have experience in these techniques. Experience analyzing images from optical coherence tomography or microscopy will be an advantage. Experience in ophthalmology or vision science is not required. A solid publication record and evidence of strong writing and presentation skills is required.

Postdoc on Mechanics of Fibrous Materials

Submitted by iasigal on

Laboratory of Ocular Biomechanics, University of Pittsburgh.

We are looking for a highly motivated postdoc to join our team to study the mechanics of fibrous materials. Candidates must have expertise in the mechanics of materials with long fibers, such as fabrics and textiles, or of soft tissues, such as tendon or heart valves. Experience in multi-scale methods is advantageous. The project has experimental and computational elements, and therefore candidates with experience and/or interests in either will have equal opportunity to be selected. Experience with biological samples or soft tissues is preferred but not required. Similarly, experience in ophthalmology or vision sciences is not required. A solid publication record and evidence of strong writing and presentation skills will be an advantage.