University of Scranton honors Clarks Summit biology faculty member

Clarks Summit resident Terrence Sweeney, Ph.D., professor and chair of the Biology Department at The University of Scranton, was awarded the John L. Earl III Award for service to the university, the faculty, and the wider community.

This award is presented annually to a member of the universitys community who demonstrates the spirit of generosity and dedication that the late Dr. John Earl, a distinguished professor of history, exemplified during his years at Scranton from 1964 to 1996.

Sweeney joined the faculty in 1992. His research and teaching interests include cardiovascular and microvascular physiology and anatomy.

Sweeney, with assistance from University of Scranton students, developed a computer-driven, mechanical model that simulates the functions of the human cardiovascular system that can be used for teaching. The model can be used to demonstrate the operation and roles played by the key elements of the cardiovascular system, coupled with quantitative, multi-parameter data collection and analytical capabilities.

In recognition of his invention, Sweeney was selected as the 2012 recipient of the ADInstruments Macknight Progressive Educator Award, granted by the American Physiological Society (APS) Education Committee. In addition, he was awarded third place in the regional Businesss Plan Competition run by TecBridge for a business plan for marketing the model.

Sweeney earned his bachelors degree from Colgate University and his masters and Ph.D. from the University of Rochester.

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University of Scranton honors Clarks Summit biology faculty member