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Pbs Teachers: Scientific American: Superhumans & Bionics: Mind Over Machine

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Investigate a unique project that uses brain waves to operate machines, and perform biofeedback experiments to control physiological processes. Control hiccups and regulate your body temperature with your mind.
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Pbs Teachers: Scientific American: Body Building: Modeling Breathing Action

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Explore the use of Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) as a breathing support strategy. Construct a working lung model that simulates the mechanics of breathing.
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Pbs Teachers: Scientific American: Body Building: One Way Valves

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Investigate biotechnology design by creating a model of a one-way valve from plastic tubing. Describe the mechanical action of the valve.