medical innovations

Explores how and why artificial organs were developed, how they improve people's lives and bodies, and how the technology may be improved through future advances in biomedical engineering.

Introduces the science behind stem cells, including how and why the technology was created, current examples of the technology in action, and cutting-edge research advancing the technology.

Explores how and why prosthetics were developed, how the technology works today, and how the technology will be advanced in the future.

Explores how and why gene editing was developed, how the technology works today, and how the technology will be advanced in the future.

"Doctors work hard to help people who are sick, but what if you never got sick? Explore the future of medicine, from watches that track your body's processes to gene editing"--Provided by publisher.

Looks at the history of breakthroughs in medical inventions from the stethoscope to the clinical trial.

Introduces readers to the science behind stem cells, including how and why the technology was created, current examples of the technology in action, and cutting-edge research advancing the technology. Eye-catching infographics, clear text, informative sidebars, and a "How It Works" special feature make this book an engaging introduction to this exciting technology.

"The human body is amazing, but with advancements in medicine and scientific technology, there are some pretty freaky stories about how people can live in the modern world. From surviving after having organs removed to the horror of insects living in our bodies, this . . . book's main content is . . . for a future biologist, doctor, or any curious reader who loves to get grossed out. Including true stories, up-close photographs, and . . . science facts"--Google Books.

"Innovations by entrepreneurs in the medical field have saved lives and changed many others for the better. With bright ideas such as stem-cell research and affordable prosthetics, medical entrepreneurs use science and technology to improve health care and make it widely available. Detailed case studies of successful entrepreneurs . . . help readers understand the principles of entrepreneurship"--Provided by publisher.

A collection of miscellaneous information about the history of medicine.