Engineering Tomorrow: Biomedical Engineering and Phototherapy

What is the primary focus of the Engineering Tomorrow session discussed in the video?

• Biomedical engineering application using phototherapy
• Chemical engineering processes
• Renewable energy sources
• Mechanical engineering principles

What skill set does the speaker emphasize as beneficial for problem-solving in engineering?

• Artistic creativity
• Fact and data-driven approach
• Linguistic skills
• Historical knowledge

What was the speaker's first engineering job?

• Process engineer at Union Carbide
• Consultant at McKinsey and Company
• CEO of GE Specialty Materials
• Founder of Global Infrastructure Partners

What is Grover's disease characterized by?

• Itchy and unsightly skin condition
• Chronic fatigue
• Respiratory issues
• Joint pain

What hypothesis did the speaker have about the cause of Grover's disease?

• It was related to sunlight and vitamin D synthesis
• It was caused by a genetic mutation
• It was due to a bacterial infection
• It was a result of poor diet

What did the speaker use to test the hypothesis about sunlight's effect on Grover's disease?

• Vitamin D supplements
• Antibiotics
• Steroid creams
• Blue light phototherapy

What is the role of T cells in the immune system as discussed in the video?

• They are derived from the thymus gland and help fight infections
• They produce antibodies
• They are responsible for allergic reactions
• They store energy

What is the significance of the blue wavelength of light in the context of the video?

• It is believed to improve the immune system
• It causes skin cancer
• It is used in solar panels
• It is harmful to the eyes

How did the speaker measure the effectiveness of blue light on Grover's disease?

• By observing the reduction in itchiness and rash
• By measuring blood pressure
• By tracking sleep patterns
• By monitoring heart rate

What is the purpose of the cooling fins in the blue light device?

• To prevent overheating of the LEDs
• To increase the light intensity
• To change the light color
• To reduce the device size