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HBI Neurotrauma training models at RDAQ 2024
HBI at RDAQ 2024 utilising 3D printing to deliver training models to facilitate the training of Regional Doctors.
HBI Anaesthesia and Intensive Care Enhances Medical Training with Near-Zero Waste 3D printing at ANZCA Conference
In a showcase of innovation at the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (ANZCA) Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) in May 2024, HBI Anaesthesia and Intensive Care unveiled the transformative potential of 3D technology in medical training
Metro North Feature: Dr David Forrestal exhibits 3D printed cardiac model
HBI engineer David has been putting his heart and soul into helping some Queensland Health colleagues create a to-scale 3D cardiac model to assist with an upcoming complex surgery.
Original article: Patient Experience in Adjunct Controller-Free Hand Tracking Virtual Reality Tasks for Upper-Limb Occupational Therapy Rehabilitation
Benefits of immersive virtual reality rehabilitation (VRR) include increased motivation and improved transfer of skills to real-world tasks.
ABC Health Report: The versatility of 3D printing in healthcare
ABC Radio National tour the Herston Biofabrication Institute.
HBI Orthopaedics wins two awards at Herston Health Precinct Symposium
Exciting news from the Herston Health Precinct Symposium, HBI Orthopaedics team had a lot to celebrate.
HBI shares knowledge of Medical 3D printing with inquisitive Year 6 student.
An introduction to Biofabrication for Year 6 student Tahlia investigating 3D printing for a school project.
HBI Director inspires next generation
As a class of Clairvaux MacKillop students recently discovered, a career in medicine can look quite different these days.
Applications closed to join the HBI team: Biomedical Engineer
Applications closed to join the HBI team: Biomedical Engineer
ABC news: 3D printing technology to make prosthetic eyes for patients
ABC News: The new 3D printing technology revolutionising artificial eyes for patients
HBI Burns research showcased for RBWH Foundation Giving Day
HBI Burns, Skin & Wounds program showcased on Channel 7 News for RBWH Foundation Giving Day.
HBI CranioFacial 3D printed training models at Sunshine Coast Neurotrauma seminar
HBI CranioFacial hosts bespoke craniectomy skills workshop for surgeons, anaesthetic and theatre staff using 3D printed skulls manufactured by the Herston Bio Fabrication Institute and equipment supplied by Medtronic.
HBI’s Dr Danilo Carluccio, recipient of Jamieson Trauma Institute- Cliff Pollard 2023 award
Congratulations to Dr Danilo Carluccio, recipient of Jamieson Trauma Institute- Cliff Pollard 2023 award
$2 million grant for biomedical research- Congratulations to Dr Amanda Kijas and Prof Alan Rowan
UQ AIBN researchers Dr Amanda Kijas and Prof Alan Rowan, collaborators with the HBI Burns, Skin and Wounds program.
Highschool STEM students explore the collabortive world of Biofabrication
QUT Aspire program studnts from Mabel Park State High School students joined biomedical engineers for a deep-dive into the Biofabrication.
State-wide scoping of Point of Care Manufacturing activities
Are you a Queensland Health Professional working with Point of Care manufacturing of medical devices? We want to hear from you!
Podcast with Prof Owen Ung
Listen to a Podcast with Prof Owen Ung
Neonatal collaboration between RBWH Grantley Stable Neonatal Unit, HBI and QIMR
Collaborative HBI project at PSANZ2023 and published in Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health.
Congrats to our Ocularist Nick Puls who received a RBWH Foundation grant
HBI collaborations publish two papers on the possibilities of virtual reality (VR) for rehabilitation.
HBI hosts UQ Engineering visit
UQ Engineering students visit HBI.
VR collaboration between RBWH Burns and Occupational Therapy Departments, HBI and the University of Queensland
HBI collaborations publish two papers on the possibilities of virtual reality (VR) for rehabilitation.
RBWH and HBI success for jaw surgery
RBWH and HBI success for jaw surgery by Dr Milap Rughani and Dr Michael Wagels
NHMRC success for UQ AIBN and Burns Surgery RBWH
NHMRC success for UQ AIBN and Burns Surgery RBWH
HBI partners with UQ Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN): Regenerative wound healing and preventing scar formation
UQ Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN): Regenerative wound healing and preventing scar formation with HBI
Original article: 3D printing for respiratory physiotherapy: a tale of three disciplines
Original article: Collaboration between consumers, clinicians and engineers can support the delivery of personalised healthcare and improve quality of life for patients with pulmonary conditions.
Comprehensive Breast Cancer Institute (CBCI) Community Forum, 30 Nov 2022 – Watch the video
CBCI Community Forum, 30 November 2022 - Watch the video
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