Uploaded September 2012 | Updated September 2026, 22 hours ago
UCLA Professor Joseph Teran explains the intersection of physics, computer simulations, hollywood movies, and the medical field.
Joseph Teran creates 3D models by translating movements from daily life into complex mathematical equations and is currently developing a software program for doctors to practice their surgeries on a realistic 3D model before performing it on an actual patient.
This video is part of the Curiosity Machine.
Visit us at curiositymachine.org to find design challenges based on Joseph Teran's innovative work and build your own models. Share your work with the Curiosity Machine community, and receive individual feedback from a scientist or engineer who will mentor you and your project!
UCLA Professor Joseph Teran explains the intersection of physics, computer simulations, hollywood movies, and the medical field.
Joseph Teran creates 3D models by translating movements from daily life into complex mathematical equations and is currently developing a software program for doctors to practice their surgeries on a realistic 3D model before performing it on an actual patient.
This video is part of the Curiosity Machine.
Visit us at curiositymachine.org to find design challenges based on Joseph Teran's innovative work and build your own models. Share your work with the Curiosity Machine community, and receive individual feedback from a scientist or engineer who will mentor you and your project!
