Biomedical Visualisation

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Biomedical Visualisation

Instructors: Paul Rea

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

532 reviews

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

Flexible schedule

2 weeks at 10 hours a week

Learn at your own pace

98%

Most learners liked this course

What you'll learn

Define and describe anatomical terminology related to the human body
Describe the various body systems, what comprises them, and how they relate to function
Create your own 3D modelling and animations using industry standard, open-source software (Blender)
Analyse various visualisation techniques and methods, and be able to apply them to areas of biomedical science

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Visualisation is a rapidly progressive specialty in academia, research and industry, and becoming the future of science. With the advancement of digital technologies and their applications, biomedical visualisation is an evolving and popular field. With new techniques and technologies to image, process and analyse data related to the human body, and its biological processes, it is at the forefront of the digital revolution. Why not view our course trailer video. Copy and paste this link into your browser https://youtu.be/vB_QcIVSiTs

By the end of this course, you will be able to: Define and describe anatomical terminology related to the human body. Describe the various body systems, what comprises them, and how they relate to function. Create your own 3D modelling and animations using industry standard, open-source software (Blender). Analyse various visualisation techniques and methods, and be able to apply them to areas of biomedical science. This course is the first of its kind on Coursera. It explores the structure and function of the human body including terminology used. It showcases visualisation techniques available using technology to image and display data related to the body and biological processes.. It also provides training in the creation of animations, and examines the applicability of different types of reality. You will learn from experts in these fields and with the knowledge you will gain from this course, be able to evaluate and apply how best to use visualisation in your own discipline. No prior experience is necessary but should be able to learn at an intermediate level.

Module 1 will cover introductory material of visualisation and its applications, as well as exploring the basis of human anatomy. You will learn about a historical journey of "visualisation" to the present day advances and uses with biomedical science. Exploring the human body, you will learn its structure and function; the body systems and their roles; as well as learning frequently used terminology within anatomy. Examples of visualisation techniques will be covered, and as a learner you will be able to name examples as and evaluate their advantages and disadvantages.

What's included

5 videos8 readings3 assignments3 discussion prompts

5 videos Total 19 minutes

Week 1 Overview 0 minutes
Human Structure 5 minutes
Anatomical Terminology 6 minutes
Muscle Movements 5 minutes
Interview from Prof. Niall MacFarlane: Musculoskeletal Applications in Sport Science 3 minutes

8 readings Total 150 minutes

Meet the Course Educators 20 minutes
What We Mean by Visualisation 20 minutes
Terminology Tables 20 minutes
Body Systems 20 minutes
The Musculoskeletal System 20 minutes
Introduction to Applications in Biomedical Visualisation 10 minutes
Gross Visualisation 20 minutes
Microscopic Visualisation 20 minutes

3 assignments Total 60 minutes

Structure and Terminology Formative Assessment 15 minutes
The Body Systems Formative Assessment 15 minutes
End of Week 1 Graded Assessment 30 minutes

3 discussion prompts Total 60 minutes

What Does Visualisation Mean to You? 15 minutes
Musculoskeletal Visualisation 30 minutes
Using Applications in Your Area of Interest 15 minutes

Module 2 will give you an introductory lesson into 3D modelling software "Blender" and modelling terminology. By completion you will be able to create your own organic 3D models and animations using Blender. You will be taught a brief introduction to modelling and its vast variety of uses within Biomedical Science. The theory and process of segmentation from patient imaging data will be explored as another option to obtain realistic 3D models.

What's included

5 videos6 readings3 assignments3 discussion prompts1 plugin

5 videos Total 54 minutes

Week 2 Overview 1 minute
Getting Comfortable with Blender 14 minutes
Modelling Techniques in Blender 10 minutes
Modelling Practical in Blender 16 minutes
Final Touches in Modelling: Modifiers 13 minutes

6 readings Total 80 minutes

Introduction to 3D Models and Animation 20 minutes
Applications of 3D Models and Animations 20 minutes
Segmentation of Medical Imaging 10 minutes
Blender Keyboard Shortcuts and Terminology 10 minutes
Other Resources to Find or Create Models and Textures 10 minutes
Textures and Lighting 10 minutes

3 assignments Total 60 minutes

3D Models and Animations Formative Assessment 15 minutes
Formative Assessment: Modelling Terminology 15 minutes
End of Week Summative Assessment 30 minutes

3 discussion prompts Total 50 minutes

What would be an example of a successful animation in your specialised field? 20 minutes
Discussion of Modelling in Blender 15 minutes
Discussion of Materials and Textures in Blender 15 minutes

1 plugin Total 15 minutes

Upload your materials to the Padlet Wall 15 minutes

Module 3 will introduce virtual (VR) and augmented reality (AR). The history and background of virtual reality will be explored, and how augmented reality rose in popularity within this field as well. This week will allow you as a learner to hear interviews with VR and AR experts. They will discuss their research, theory and some of the applications of this technology in biomedical science. The wide variety of applications will be taught, and why it has become such a popular tool in research, teaching and in other areas.

What's included

5 videos8 readings3 assignments3 discussion prompts1 plugin

5 videos Total 19 minutes

Week 3 Overview 1 minute
Interview with Dr Neil McDonnell: Immersive Education & Project Mobius 4 minutes
Interview with Dr Craig Daly: Confocal Microscopy to VR 8 minutes
Interview with Dr Neil McDonnell Part 2: AR and Its Future 3 minutes
Interview with Dr Matthieu Poyade 4 minutes

8 readings Total 106 minutes

Definitions: The Realities and Background 15 minutes
Applications of Virtual Reality 20 minutes
Next: Key Note Lecture by Professor Paul Chapman - Introduction 1 minute
Not all Medical: Other Unconventional Applications 20 minutes
Applications of VR and AR 15 minutes
The Downside of VR 10 minutes
The Rise of Augmented Reality. 15 minutes
The Power of Immersion 10 minutes

3 assignments Total 60 minutes

Formative Assessment: VR Terms and background 15 minutes
Formative Assessment: Applications of Virtual Reality 15 minutes
Summative Assessment 30 minutes

3 discussion prompts Total 65 minutes

First and Favourtie Virtual Reality Experiences? 20 minutes
Where do you expect to see the different realities developing in the future? 30 minutes
Fad or Future? 15 minutes

1 plugin Total 60 minutes

Keynote Lecture by Professor Paul Chapman 60 minutes

Module 4 is the concluding module for Biomedical Visualisation. New theory that will be introduced are Mixed and 'Extended reality' as a whole, and what could potentially come of the realities in the future. This week is for the learner to reflect on what they have learned throughout this course. When to best use visualisation techniques; their advantages and disadvantages; and how you could use what you have learned throughout the course for future projects in your area of interest.

What's included

6 videos11 readings3 assignments3 discussion prompts

6 videos Total 47 minutes

Week 4 Overview 0 minutes
Interview with Dr Claudia Krebs: The HoloBrain in WebVR 4 minutes
Podcast with Professor Paul M. Rea 37 minutes
Interview with Dr Claudia Krebs: Creating a 3D & AR Pelvic Structure 2 minutes
Further Study - MSc in Medical Visualisation and Human Anatomy 2 minutes
Congratulations for completing this Course; final remarks. 2 minutes

11 readings Total 350 minutes

Mixed Reality: Where It Fits 10 minutes
Mixed Reality in Minimally Invasive Surgery 40 minutes
Endoscopic Navigation and Augmented Reality 40 minutes
Extended Reality 10 minutes
Use of Extended Realities in Cardiology 40 minutes
Advances in Realities 40 minutes
Challenges of Realities 30 minutes
Where are we now and the future 40 minutes
Beyond the Field of Science 40 minutes
The ethical dilemma using technology in healthcare 50 minutes
A Special Thanks To... 10 minutes

3 assignments Total 60 minutes

Formative Quiz 15 minutes
Formative Assessment: Various Realities 15 minutes
End of Week 4 Assessment 30 minutes

3 discussion prompts Total 60 minutes

Challenges of Realities Discussion 20 minutes
Reflective Exercise Part 1 20 minutes
Reflective Exercise Part 2 20 minutes

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Paul Rea

University of Glasgow

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