Women in Science Day | Innovation and Technology
From the development of medical technology to the application of artificial intelligence in diagnostics, innovation drives the advancement of modern medicine, with increasing female participation.
The role of healthcare engineering in modern medicine
Technological innovations are transforming healthcare, and many of these solutions are led by women. Some of the major areas of impact include:
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Medical device development: Advanced prosthetics, smart pacemakers and high-precision diagnostic equipment.
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Big Data and Artificial Intelligence in healthcare: Tools that enable faster and more personalized diagnoses.
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Medical nanotechnology: Revolutionary applications for the treatment of diseases such as cancer.
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Wearables and telemedicine: Remote patient monitoring and healthcare optimization.
Pioneering women in healthcare engineering
The presence of women in biomedical engineering and medical technology has grown in recent years, but there is still a long way to go. Here are some references that have made a difference:
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Nina Tandon: US biomedical engineer, co-founder and CEO of EpiBone, a company that develops technology to create bone tissue in vitro from the patient's own stem cells. Her work focuses on tissue engineering and regenerative medicine, seeking innovative solutions for bone reconstruction.
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Katya Echazarreta: Mexican electrical engineer and science communicator, known for being the first Mexican woman to travel into space as part of NASA's Blue Origin NS-21 mission. She has worked at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, participating in missions such as the development of the Perseverance robot that reached Mars.
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Esther Rodríguez-Villegas: Spanish engineer and professor at Imperial College London, she is known for developing low-power electronic devices for real-time monitoring of physiological signals. She founded the company Acurable, which created the AcuPebble sensor, used to diagnose and manage respiratory conditions.
The Future of Women in Healthcare Engineering
According to a McKinsey & Company study, healthcare companies with a greater presence of women in leadership positions show an increase in innovation and performance. However, in many technology areas, the gender gap remains a challenge.
To boost female talent in this area, it is key:
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Encourage training in biomedical engineering and medical technology.
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Create support networks for women in science and technology.
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To make female referents in the sector visible.
Education in health engineering
If you are passionate about technology and medicine, the Bachelor's Degree in Health Engineering at La Salle Campus Barcelona prepares you to design innovative solutions that transform medical care.
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Get trained in artificial intelligence applied to health.
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Design and develop advanced medical devices.
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Gain experience in hospitals and technology companies.
Your future starts here!
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