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 at Wayne State University 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.

Please join us in this special opportunity to share and discuss these important issues with top researchers in the field.