Biomedical Engineering Department Holds a Scientific Seminar Entitled “From Signals to Data: Sensors as a Gateway to the Digital Future”

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As part of its efforts to keep pace with the latest technological developments and prepare students to meet the requirements of digital transformation, the Biomedical Engineering Department at the College of Engineering, Al-Mustaqbal University, organized a specialized scientific seminar entitled: “From Signals to Data: Sensors as a Gateway to the Digital Future.” About the Seminar and Organizers: The seminar was delivered and directly supervised by: * Lecturer Dr. Ali Hussein Hassan * Assistant Lecturer Aya Fadhil Sharif The seminar aimed to highlight the pivotal importance of sensors as the fundamental link between physical and biological phenomena and digital software systems. It also sought to develop students’ understanding of the technologies responsible for collecting and analyzing data in smart medical environments. Scientific Topics and Content: The organizers presented a comprehensive overview of the stages involved in converting biological signals, covering the following topics: * Explaining the fundamental role of sensors in connecting the physical world with digital software systems by capturing biological and physical signals and converting them into processable data. * Discussing modern sensing technologies and the mechanisms of data acquisition and conversion from analog signals to digital signals. * Exploring smart medical applications, including remote patient monitoring systems, wearable medical devices, and medical systems connected through the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT). * Emphasizing the importance of keeping pace with digital transformation and utilizing data-processing technologies to improve diagnostic accuracy and enhance the efficiency of biomedical devices and equipment. The seminar witnessed significant interaction from teaching staff and students through scientific discussions and contributions that enriched the dialogue on the future of sensors and digital transformation in biomedical engineering. Activity Objectives in Line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): This scientific seminar directly supports the University’s commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly: * SDG 4 – Quality Education: By promoting modern scientific knowledge and developing students’ skills in engineering and digital technologies. * SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure: By encouraging innovation and utilizing sensors and smart technologies to support digital infrastructure. * SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-being: By contributing to the development of smart healthcare applications that ensure accurate and comprehensive patient monitoring. Al-Mustaqbal University – The No. 1 Private University in Iraq.