Courses (no prerequites) Fall 2015 ENGR83A-Introduction to Biomedical Engineering (5 units) In this class, the students were introduced to a wide variety of problems that biomedical engineers solve. It covered a variety of applications, such as, implantable devices, bioinstrumentation, and biomaterials. It provided a general understanding of the biomedical device industry in terms of its size and scope, current trends, and the wide range of products involved with emphasis on biomedical companies in California.
The Oscars Streaker At the 1974 Oscars, as David Niven was introducing Elizabeth Taylor, Robert Opel streaked past him flashing a peace sign. Niven did not miss a beat. He turned to the audience and quipped, âWell, ladies and gentlemen, that was almost bound to happenâ¦
No broadcast. A mere 270 guests. The first Academy Awards ceremony was held in Hollywood on May 16, 1929. The name Oscar was not used for another few years. Emil Jannings was the first Best Actor and Janet Gaynor Best Actress.