Blast injuries to US troops and bystanders are being called the signature wound of the current military conflicts.  IED’s are the cause of most injuries and account for almost 80% of all wounds to U.S. troops.  Many troops caught near these explosions suffer symptoms such as perforated eardrums, ringing in the ears, blurred vision, memory lapses, headaches and more long-lasting effects.

In an effort to stimulate dialogue between researchers in this important area, the Department of Biomedical Engineering in WSU’s College of Engineering will be hosting a Blast Injury Symposium on Thursday, May 15th and Friday, May 16th.  This two-day event will cover several key aspects of blast injury.  Internationally known researchers will present data on highly relevant topics including blast injury models, protective equipment, vehicle safety, injury diagnosis and treatment. 

Registration is $25 for students and $100 for all others.  To register, visit http://specialevents.wayne.edu/wsublast

For further information about the symposium, visit http://blast.eng.wayne.edu