RET 2007: Assisting Diabetics with Technology
| Module Developed by: | Grace Kim-Ateca |
| Reilly Elementary School | |
| Grade Level: | 6-8 |
| Research Mentor: | Ali Cinar |
| Chemical and Biological Engineering |
Module Abstract
This module will cover the following topics: diabetes, human physiology involved in processing insulin, use of engineering and technology to help diabetics maintain a healthy insulin level, and identification of carbohydrates in food listings. Using a specially designed simulation program called Glucosim, middle school students will learn about the importance of controlling the diet and insulin injections of diabetic patients. The module will challenge students to design their own treatment plan for a diabetic patient.Module Material
The RET material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation under grant No. EEC-0502174. Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation, or the Illinois Institute of Technology.
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