ABOUT THE TOPIC:
Biomechanics is the application of the principles of engineering, physics and medicine to the human body. In the study of biomechanics, one examines the properties and injury mechanisms of soft and hard tissues, the design of medical devices, occupant kinematics, and safety issues, among other things. The presentation will cover occupant kinematics and injury biomechanics, specifically related to automotive trauma and vehicular rollovers. Important concepts will be illustrated by diagrams of injury mechanisms, videos of rollover tests, and x-rays. Applications to real-life cases will be discussed.

ABOUT THE SPEAKER:

Elaine R. Serina, Ph.D., P.E. is a Managing Engineer in biomechanics, accident reconstruction, and engineering design at Piziali and Associates, Inc. in San Carlos. Dr. Serina received her B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in mechanical engineering at the University of California, Berkeley with an emphasis on biomechanics. She has done extensive research in the areas of ergonomics, medical devices, kinematics of human movement, and analytical modeling of tissues.

Elizabeth H. Raphael, M.D., F.A.C.E.P. is a clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery, Division of Emergency Medicine at Stanford University Hospital and a Managing Engineer in biomechanics at Piziali and Associates, Inc. in San Carlos. Dr. Raphael received her M.D. from Wayne State University School of Medicine and a S.B. in Mechanical Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

EVENT INFORMATION:

Where:

Scott's Jack London Square (HARBOR VIEW B dining area)

2 Broadway, Oakland, California 94607, (510) 444-3456

When:

Wednesday, October 3, 2001

Schedule of events:

6:00 p.m. No host cocktails & Registration

6:30 p.m. Dinner

7:30 p.m. Presentation

8:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Question and Answer/Closing

Menu Choices: (Please choose one)

Grilled Salmon Alla Bella -or-

Chicken Piccata

COST:

$30.00 for ASME

$35.00 for non-members

$10.00 for students

RSVP:

Reservations are on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please contact Paul Cruel, hammurabi@medscape.com to confirm 1) the number of people attending and the 2) choice of entrée selected no later than Wednesday, September 26, 2001. Attendance is limited to 30 people. You will be billed $30 if you are unable to attend the meeting. This is due to Scott's firm attendance policy. Thank you in advance.

Also, please include your phone number in case we need to call you.

DIRECTIONS:

From San Francisco or the North:
Take 580 towards Hayward to 980 (downtown Oakland); exit 11th/12th Street. Go straight on Brush, left on 5th, right on Broadway, then four blocks to Jack London Square.

From the South:
Take 880 North to the Broadway exit; left on Broadway, then four blocks to Jack London Square.

From the East:
Take Highway 24 to 580 towards Hayward, to 980 (downtown Oakland). Take the 11th/12th Street exit, go straight on Brush, left on 5th, right on Broadway, then four blocks to Jack London Square.

From BART:
Exit at 12th Street Station and walk down Broadway [five (5) blocks] to Jack London Square.