graduate education in bioengineering

Bioengineering

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Bioengineering lies at the intersection of the physical and life sciences, incorporating principles from physics and chemistry to understand the operation of living systems. As in other engineering fields, the approach is highly quantitative: mathematical analysis and modeling are used to capture the function of systems from subcellular to organism scales. An education in Bio/Biomedical Engineering enables students to translate abstract hypotheses and scientific knowledge into working systems such as in prosthetic devices, imaging systems, and biopharmaceuticals. The concentration provides students a solid foundation in engineering and its application to the life sciences, within the setting of a liberal arts education. Students interested in Bioengineering may also pursue the Engineering Sciences SB concentration with a specialization in bioengineering through the Bioengineering Track. Students are also eligible to apply for an A.B./S.M. degree program.

Bioengineering lies at the intersection of the physical and life sciences, incorporating principles from physics and chemistry to understand the operation of living systems. We integrate fundamental engineering disciplines such as thermodynamics and fluid mechanics with the physical and life sciences while drawing on mathematics and computational sciences. This convergence allows students to understand the operation of living systems and to design novel solutions to critical problems in medicine and biology, from bioinspired robotics and computing to biomechanics and motor control to cell and tissue engineering, biomaterials and therapeutics. The concentration enables diverse educational and professional objectives.

Harvard School of Engineering offers a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) degree in Engineering Sciences: Bioengineering, conferred through the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. Within the bioengineering program, students focus on bioinspired robotics and computing; biomechanics and motor control; cell and tissue engineering, biomaterials and therapeutics. Graduate education is focused on individualized programs tailored to the interests, needs, and background of the student. Students are integral to the interdisciplinary and integrated approach to design, discovery and innovation.

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Master’s Programs

Flexible Options to Take the Next Step Towards a Career in Research, Industry or Medicine

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UW Bioengineering master’s programs provide diverse pathways for students who seek  to pursue a career in research, industry or medicine, or to take the next step towards an advanced degree. Our master’s students gain interdisciplinary collaboration experience, demonstrate creativity in solving problems in medicine and health care, and establish leadership in research and innovation.

Which master’s program is right for me?

Master of science (thesis-based).

The Master of Science (MS) is a two year, full time program that prepares students for careers in academia or industry, or to pursue advanced degrees. MS students conduct a significant research project in a faculty lab, and defend a thesis documenting their work. Beyond the research project, MS students complete a year of coursework.

Bachelor/Master of Science

Open to current UW Bioengineering students only. The Bachelor/Master of Science (BS/MS) allows UW BioE BS students to attain a MS degree in one year immediately following graduation. BS/MS students spend their fifth year completing coursework, finishing their research project and defending their thesis.

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Master of Applied Bioengineering

The Master of Applied Bioengineering (MAB) is a one year, full time program for students interested in (bio)engineering design, entrepreneurship and/or product development. MAB students gain experience identifying real-world health care needs through a clinical practicum, biomedical design coursework, and a culminating summer industry internship or capstone project.

Master of Pharmaceutical Bioengineering

The Master of Pharmaceutical Bioengineering (PharBE) is a part-time online program that is generally completed in two years. The PharBE is designed for working professionals in biotechnology and related fields to gain advanced education in the areas of molecular and cellular biology, drug discovery and design, pharmaceutics and translational pharmaceutics.

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Master of Science in Bioengineering

Northeastern’s Master of Science (MS) in Bioengineering equips students with the interdisciplinary education and real-world skills to meet the growing demand for professional engineers to lead in physiological processes in health and disease and improve methods for medical devices and treatments.

Our approach to focus on a specific concentration prepares graduates to excel with competitive expertise over graduate programs offering a general curriculum. Concentrations include: molecular, cell, and tissue engineering; biomechanics and mechanobiology; biomedical devices and bioimaging; and systems, synthetic, and computational bioengineering (see details below).

The MS in Bioengineering degree offers part- and full-time enrollment options and a selection of asynchronous online classes. Additionally, it can be completed in two semesters (fall and spring) without a cooperative education experience, or up to two years with cooperative education included. Learn more about the 1-year master’s plan .

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Innovative Curriculum - MS in Bioengineering

The Department strives to create an atmosphere of innovation and creativity that fosters excellence in instruction and research and provides a foundation for programs that drive forward the cutting edge of knowledge while establishing translational collaborations with clinical and industrial researchers.

Although this program is designed specifically for students with BS degrees in engineering or physics, students with a degree in biological or chemical sciences may apply. However, admission of students with different academic backgrounds will be contingent on the successful completion of undergraduate prerequisites required for the core courses of the program. This may require the student to take up to a year of undergraduate courses to fulfill the necessary requirements for enrolling in the core courses of the Bioengineering master’s (MS) curriculum.

Bioengineering faculty have established highly interdisciplinary collaborations with faculty members from the College of Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biology, Chemistry, Physical Therapy, and more.

Students select from four concentrations , with related research areas , a thesis option, project option, or course-only option.

Concentrations develop deep expertise in an area of particular interest and encourages individual research through a one-semester master’s project or two-semester master’s thesis in one of the following research areas.

The MS in Bioengineering offers part- and full-time enrollment options and a selection of asynchronous online classes.

The MS in Bioengineering can be completed in two semesters (fall and spring) without a cooperative education experience, or up to two years with cooperative education included. Learn more about the 1-year master’s plan for our concentrations.

The Boston campus is located directly adjacent to the world-renowned Longwood Medical Area in Boston with the world’s prestigious hospitals, and nearby Cambridge, a hub for pharmaceutical research, providing an excellent opportunity for students to combine engineering, medicine, and biology through education, research, and professional experience as part of Northeastern’s top-ranked cooperative education program.

The MS in Bioengineering provides significant opportunities for student research , working with accomplished faculty. With a premier location in downtown Boston, as well as in Portland, Maine, research in the department leverages the wealth of collaborations with neighboring universities, hospitals, medical centers and industry.

Bioengineering research enjoys strong support from multiple government agencies. NIH has historically led all other agencies in budget increases, consuming today roughly 50% of all non-defense research spending. Healthcare spending expanded from 6% of the GDP in 1960 to 15% in 2000 and has climbed to 20% in 2020, in part due to the aging of the baby-boom generation. The COVID-19 pandemic was another chief driver of healthcare needs.

Biomedical advances are increasingly dependent on quantitative approaches as exemplified by bioengineering, and the general perception is that government support for this research will continue to rise (or, at the very least, erode more slowly than other areas). The energy crisis and global climate change threats have also fostered interdisciplinary research across bioengineering with other fields such as biofuel cells, bio-batteries, bioremediation, bio-carbon sequestration, etc., and many agencies such as EPA, DOE, DOD and DARPA support these research directions.

• An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems.
• An ability to explain and apply engineering design principles, as appropriate to the program’s educational objectives.
• An ability to produce solutions that meet specified end-user needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
• To develop and demonstrate rigorous knowledge in relevant areas of Bioengineering including i) Biomedical Devices and Bioimaging, ii) Molecular, Cell, and Tissue Engineering, and, iii) Biomechanics and Mechanobiology.
• To develop and demonstrate and ability to perform critical analysis of scientific journal articles.
• To prepare students for careers in Bioengineering

Over 15 graduate certificates are available to provide students the opportunity to develop a specialization in an area of their choice. Certificates can be taken in addition to or in combination with a master’s degree, or provide a pathway to a master’s degree in Northeastern’s College of Engineering. Master’s programs can also be combined with a Gordon Engineering Leadership certificate. Students should consult with their faculty advisor regarding these options.

Gordon Institute of Engineering Leadership

Students may complete a Master of Science in Bioengineering in addition to earning a Graduate Certificate in Engineering Leadership . Students must apply and be admitted to the Gordon Engineering Leadership Program in order to pursue this option. The program requires fulfillment of the 16-semester-hour-curriculum required to earn the Graduate Certificate in Engineering Leadership, which includes an industry-based challenge project with multiple mentors. The integrated 33-semester-hour degree and certificate will require 17 hours of advisor-approved bioengineering technical courses.

Engineering Business Certificate

Students may complete a Master of Science in Biongineering with a concentration in biomedical device and bioimaging in addition to earning a Graduate Certificate in Engineering Business. Students must apply and be admitted to the Galante Engineering Business Program in order to pursue this option. The program requires the applicant to have earned or be in a program to earn a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from Northeastern University. The integrated 32-semester-hour degree and certificate will require 16 semester hours of the bioengineering core courses and 16 semester hours from the outlined business-skill curriculum. The coursework, along with participation in co-curricular professional development elements, earn the Graduate Certificate in Engineering Business .

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Concentrations

Students accepted to the Master of Science in Bioengineering program can choose from the following concentrations.

Experiential Learning

Northeastern combines rigorous academics with experiential learning and research to prepare students for real-world engineering challenges. The Cooperative Education Program , also known as a “co-op,” is one of the largest and most innovative in the world, and Northeastern is one of only a few that offers a Co-op Program for graduate students. Through this program, students gain up to eight months of professional experience employed in their field of  interest as part of the academic curriculum, giving them a competitive advantage after graduation. Northeastern has over 3,000 co-op employer partners, from large companies to entrepreneurial start-ups, and dedicated co-op coordinators to guide students through the process.

Program Goals

Bioengineering is a growing sector of the engineering profession. The aging of the U.S. population and the nationwide focus on health issues will help drive demand for better medical devices and equipment designed by biomedical engineers. Additionally, an increased concern for cost-effectiveness will boost demand for biomedical engineers, particularly in pharmaceutical and device manufacturing and related industries.

Employment of bioengineers and biomedical engineers is projected to grow 5 percent from 2022 to 2032, faster than the average for all occupations. The median annual wage for bioengineers and biomedical engineers was $100,730 in 2023, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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The Master of Science in Bioengineering is designed to meet the growing demand for professional engineers to lead in the physiological processes in health and disease, and improve methods for medical devices and treatments.

The Master of Science in Bioengineering meets the growing demand for professional engineers to lead in the physiological processes in health and disease, and improve methods for medical devices and treatments. After completing core courses, students choose one of four concentrations to develop a deep level of expertise in a specific area of bioengineering. 

• Cell and Tissue Engineering
• Biomechanics
• Biomedical Devices and Bioimaging
• Systems, Synthetic, and Computational Bioengineering

With a highly interdisciplinary curriculum, and access to Boston’s world-renowned medical centers, prestigious hospitals, pharmaceutical research companies, and a top-ranked co-op program for real-world experience, the MS in Bioengineering prepares students to gain expertise in a high demand field and advance their career.

The program is designed for students with different backgrounds, including students with a BS within the STEM fields; students who would like to strengthen their academic credentials or portfolio prior to applying to medical school; and professionals within biotech industry looking to strengthen their technical background, redirect their specific expertise, and broaden future employment opportunities.

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Unique features.

• Students may pursue part- and full-time enrollment options, including an accelerated one-year curriculum plan, and some courses are offered in an asynchronous online format for working professionals. Learn more about the 1-year master’s plan .
• Thesis, project-based, or course-only options; can carry out research resulting in the preparation and defense of an MS thesis or an MS project
• Significant research opportunities; bioengineering faculty have established highly interdisciplinary collaborations with faculty members from the College of Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biology, Chemistry, Physical Therapy, and more.
• With a premier location in downtown Boston, as well as in Portland, Maine, research in the department leverages the wealth of collaborations with neighboring universities, hospitals, medical centers, and industry
• Opportunity to participate in Northeastern’s top-ranked cooperative education program, gaining up to 8 months of professional experience employed in your field of interest as part of the academic curriculum
• Opportunity to continue on to pursue a PhD
• Can be combined with a Gordon Engineering Leadership certificate, and other certificates in the College of Engineering

Career Outlook

Bioengineering is a growing sector of the engineering profession. The aging of the U.S. population and the nationwide focus on health issues will help drive demand for better medical devices and equipment designed by biomedical engineers. Additionally, an increased concern for cost-effectiveness will boost demand for biomedical engineers, particularly in pharmaceutical and device manufacturing and related industries.

Employment of bioengineers and biomedical engineers is projected to grow 10 percent from 2021 to 2031, faster than the average for all occupations. The median annual wage for bioengineers and biomedical engineers was $97,410 in 2021, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Bioengineering research enjoys strong support from multiple government agencies. NIH has historically led all other agencies in budget increases, consuming today roughly 50% of all non-defense research spending. Healthcare spending expanded from 6% of the GDP in 1960 to 15% in 2000 and has climbed to 20% in 2020, in part due to the aging of the baby-boom generation. The COVID-19 pandemic was another chief driver of healthcare needs. Biomedical advances are increasingly dependent on quantitative approaches as exemplified by bioengineering, and the general perception is that government support for this research will continue to rise (or, at the very least, erode more slowly than other areas). The energy crisis and global climate change threats have also fostered interdisciplinary research across bioengineering with other fields such as biofuel cells, bio-batteries, bioremediation, bio-carbon sequestration, etc., and many agencies such as EPA, DOE, DOD and DARPA support these research directions.

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Northeastern combines rigorous academics with experiential learning and research to prepare students for real-world engineering challenges. The cooperative education program, also known as “co-op,” is one of the largest and most innovative in the world, and Northeastern is one of only a few that offers a co-op program for graduate students. Through this program, students gain professional industry experience in their field of interest as part of the academic curriculum while employed from four to eight months in a wide variety of organizations, from large companies to entrepreneurial start-ups.   In 2019, the Graduate School of Engineering placed nearly 1000 students in co-op positions. We have a team that prepares students for the cooperative education experience through resumé building, developing interview skills, and guiding professional development.

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Northeastern University faculty represents a broad cross-section of professional practices and fields, including finance, education, biomedical science, management, and the U.S. military. They serve as mentors and advisors and collaborate alongside you to solve the most pressing global challenges facing established and emerging markets.

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By enrolling in Northeastern, you’ll gain access to students at 13 campus locations, 300,000+ alumni, and 3,000 employer partners worldwide. Our global university system provides students unique opportunities to think locally and act globally while serving as a platform for scaling ideas, talent, and solutions.

Below is a look at where our Engineering alumni work, the positions they hold, and the skills they bring to their organization.

Where They Work

• GE Aviation
• Bose Corporation

What They Do

• Engineering
• Business Development
• Program and Project Management
• Entrepreneurship

What They're Skilled At

• Project Management
• Manufacturing

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Bioengineering is a field within the engineering sciences area of study at the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. Prospective students apply through the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate of School of Arts and Sciences (Harvard Griffin GSAS). In the online application, select “Engineering and Applied Sciences” as your program choice and select “PhD Engineering Sciences: Bioengineering” in the area of study menu.

The bioengineering program is an interdisciplinary program that provides you an opportunity to interact with many areas of the University and Harvard-affiliated teaching hospitals. You will learn how bioengineering integrates fundamental engineering disciplines such as thermodynamics and fluid mechanics with the physical and life sciences while drawing on mathematics and computational sciences. This convergence will enable you to understand the operation of living systems that leads to the design of novel solutions to address critical problems in medicine and biology.

Bioengineers at Harvard are making advances in bio-inspired robotics and computing, biometrics and motor control, cell and tissue engineering, biomaterials, and therapeutics. Examples of projects current and past students have worked on include embedding stretchable nanoelectronics into brain organoids to study brain development and developing injectable clotting agents to reduce blood loss.

Graduates of the program have gone on to a range of careers in industry in companies like McKinsey & Company and Medtronic. Others have positions in academia at MIT, Vanderbilt, and Stanford.

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GRE General:  Not accepted

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Graduate Programs

Main navigation, master’s and doctoral program.

Stanford Bioengineering offers master’s and doctoral programs, which lead to an MS degree and/or PhD in Bioengineering. The master’s program consists of core bioengineering courses, technical electives, seminars, and unrestricted electives to deepen knowledge and learning. Combining rigorous coursework with novel research mentored by Stanford faculty, the PhD program  enables students to develop as independent intellectual leaders working at the interfaces between biology, medicine, engineering, and the physical sciences.

Bioengineering graduate students have the option to pursue dual and joint programs  with the Stanford Schools of Business, Medicine, and/or Law. Options exist for an MS/MBA dual degree, MD/PhD combined degree, JD/MS or JD/PhD combined degree. 

Bioengineering (MS)

The Master's of Science in Bioengineering program is a unique and interdisciplinary program, ranked 2nd in the nation by U.S. News and World Report.

The BioE graduate program is the most innovative and integrative program available at Georgia Tech, giving the students the flexibility and creativity to pursue interdisciplinary research and create their own future.

Students are free to work with any of the 90+ participating program faculty members from the Colleges of Engineering, Computing, Sciences, and Architecture, as well as Emory University School of Medicine. Students who wish to pursue a Master's degree in Bioengineering may also do so through the College of Computing. The specific requirements differ from those of the computer science master's program.

Admissions applications for this program are processed through the Bioengineering Center of the Office of Interdisciplinary Programs.

Bioengineering PhD

Bioengineering is an interdisciplinary program where students are free to collaborate and interact closely with other labs as well as with centers and schools across the Harvard engineering and medical campuses. You will learn how bioengineering integrates fundamental engineering disciplines such as thermodynamics and fluid mechanics with the physical and life sciences while drawing on mathematics and computational sciences. This convergence will enable you to understand the operation of living systems that leads to the design of novel solutions to address critical problems in medicine and biology.

Bioengineers at Harvard are making advances in bio-inspired robotics and computing, biometrics and motor control, cell and tissue engineering, biomaterials, and therapeutics. Examples of projects current and past students have worked on include embedding stretchable nanoelectronics into brain organoids to study brain development and developing injectable clotting agents to reduce blood loss.

Graduate education is focused on individualized programs tailored to the interests, needs, and background of the student. Students are integral to the interdisciplinary and integrated approach to design, discovery and innovation. As such, students from diverse technical backgrounds are encouraged and welcomed to join us. We seek to identify and attract the most promising students to form a dynamic and diverse community, and to shape them into visionary scholars, innovative educators, and creative leaders.

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PhD in Bioengineering Degree

Harvard School of Engineering and Applied Sciences offers a  Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D)  degree in Engineering Sciences: Bioengineering , conferred through the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. Doctoral students may earn the masters degree en route to the Ph.D.  Prospective students apply through the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate of School of Arts and Sciences (Harvard Griffin GSAS). In the online application, select “Engineering and Applied Sciences” as your program choice and select “PhD Engineering Sciences: Bioengineering” in the area of study menu.

The Bioengineering program does not offer an independent Masters Degree.

Bioengineering PhD Career Paths

Graduates of the program have gone on to a range of careers in industry in companies like McKinsey & Company and Medtronic. Others have positions in academia at MIT, Vanderbilt, and Stanford.

Admissions & Academic Requirements

Please review the  admissions requirements and other information  before applying. Prospective students apply through the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate of School of Arts and Sciences (Harvard Griffin GSAS). In the online application, select “Engineering and Applied Sciences” as your program choice and select “PhD Engineering Sciences: Bioengineering” in the area of study menu. Our website also provides  admissions guidance ,  program-specific requirements , and a  PhD program academic timeline .

Academic Background

Applicants typically have bachelor’s degrees in the natural sciences, mathematics, computer science, or engineering. 

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GRE General: Not Accepted

Bioengineering Faculty & Research Areas

View a list of our  Bioengineering faculty  and  Bioengineering affiliated research areas . Please note that faculty members listed as “Affiliates" or "Lecturers" cannot serve as the primary research advisor.

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The Bioengineering master's program provides an interdisciplinary education in scientific and engineering fundamentals, with an emphasis on new developments in the field of Bioengineering. The primary goal of the Penn Bioengineering master's program is to provide students with a customized curriculum designed to prepare them to function creatively and independently in industry, research and development, government or academia.

The master's degree program provides rigorous and advanced training in engineering with a focus on biological and medical sciences. The flexible curriculum allows students to select their own graduate coursework in math, biomedical sciences, bioengineering, and other science and engineering disciplines. The University of Pennsylvania has a "one university" philosophy, and students may register for courses from any School in the University. Our students typically take courses in the Schools of Engineering, Arts and Sciences, and Medicine.

Bioengineering master's degree candidates select either the thesis or non-thesis degree track during their first year, in consultation with the Director of Master's Advising. Students typically complete their degree program in twelve to eighteen months.

The MSE in Bioengineering is a "terminal degree," meaning that students interested in pursuing a PhD must apply to the program through the PhD graduate admissions process.

For more information: http://www.be.seas.upenn.edu/current-students/masters/degree-requirements.php

A total of 10 course units are required for the MSE degree. 1,2

Thesis Option Requirements

If you choose to write a thesis, you will enroll in 2 units of thesis research, BE 5970 Master's Thesis Research .

Be sure to read the Master's Thesis Guidelines . In choosing the thesis option, your thesis advisor may provide additional guidance on course selection and will supervise your thesis research. The director of the bioengineering MSE program will help you find a mentor, traditionally selected from the Bioengineering Graduate Group.

Non-Thesis Option Requirements

If you choose not to write a thesis, you will enroll in an additional 2 course units (2 CU) of science and engineering electives (of which 1 may be BE 5990 Master's Independent Study )

The program director helps you develop a program of study for the fall and spring semester of your first year. You can also access a list of suggested graduate courses broken down by discipline.

The Master's Student CPG worksheet (accessible through Penn In Touch) helps you design an individualized curriculum that leads to you successfully completing the program. Please complete the CPG worksheet and allow at least 48 hours for review and approval. Once your course selection is approved, you will be permitted to register through Penn In Touch . 

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Polymers and Soft Matter

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Department of Biological Engineering

The mission of the Department of Biological Engineering (BE) is to educate next-generation leaders and to generate and translate new knowledge in a new bioscience-based engineering discipline fusing engineering analysis and synthesis approaches with modern molecular-to-genomic biology. Combining quantitative, physical, and integrative principles with advances in mechanistic molecular and cellular bioscience, biological engineering increases understanding of how biological systems function as both physical and chemical mechanisms; how they respond when perturbed by factors such as medical therapeutics, environmental agents, and genetic variation; and how to manipulate and construct them toward beneficial use. Through this understanding, new technologies can be created to improve human health in a variety of medical applications, and biology-based paradigms can be generated to address many of the diverse challenges facing society across a broad spectrum, including energy, the environment, nutrition, and manufacturing.

The department's premise is that the science of biology is as important to the development of technology and society in the 21st century as physics and chemistry were in the 20th century, and that an increasing ability to measure, model, and manipulate properties of biological systems at the molecular, cellular, and multicellular levels will continue to shape this development. A new generation of engineers and scientists is learning to address problems through their ability to measure, model, and rationally manipulate the technological and environmental factors affecting biological systems. They are applying not only engineering principles to the analytical understanding of how biological systems operate, especially when impacted by genetic, chemical, physical, infectious, or other interventions; but also a synthetic design perspective to creating biology-based technologies for medical diagnostics, therapeutics, and prosthetics, as well as for applications in diverse industries beyond human health care. 

Bachelor of Science in Biological Engineering (Course 20)

Minor in biomedical engineering, minor in toxicology and environmental health, undergraduate study.

The Department of Biological Engineering (BE) offers an undergraduate curriculum emphasizing quantitative, engineering-based analysis, design, and synthesis in the study of modern biology from the molecular to the systems level. Completion of the curriculum leads to the Bachelor of Science in Biological Engineering and prepares students for careers in diverse fields ranging from the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries to materials, devices, ecology, and public health. Graduates of the program will be prepared to enter positions in basic research or project-oriented product development, as well as graduate school or further professional study.

The required core curriculum includes a strong foundation in biological and biochemical sciences, which are integrated with quantitative analysis and engineering principles throughout the entire core. Students who wish to pursue the Bachelor of Science in Biological Engineering are encouraged to complete the Biology General Institute Requirement during their first year and may delay completion of Physics II until the fall term of sophomore year if necessary. The optional subject Introduction to Biological Engineering Design, offered during the spring term of the first year, provides a framework for understanding the Biological Engineering SB program.

Students are encouraged to take the sophomore fall-term subject 20.110[J] Thermodynamics of Biomolecular Systems . This subject also fulfills an SB degree requirement in Biology. Students are also encouraged to take Organic Chemistry I and Differential Equations during their sophomore year in order to prepare for the introductory biological engineering laboratory subject that provides context for the lecture subjects and a strong foundation for subsequent undergraduate research in biological engineering through Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program projects or summer internships.

The advanced subjects required in the junior and senior years introduce additional engineering skills through lecture and laboratory subjects and culminate in a senior design project. These advanced subjects maintain the theme of molecular to systems–level analysis, design, and synthesis based on a strong integration with biology fundamentals. They also include a variety of restricted electives that allow students to develop expertise in one of six thematic areas: systems biology, synthetic biology, biophysics, pharmacology/toxicology, cell and tissue engineering, and microbial systems. Many of these advanced subjects are jointly taught with other departments in the School of Engineering or School of Science and may fulfill degree requirements in other programs.

An interdepartmental Minor in Biomedical Engineering is available to all undergraduate students outside the BE (Course 20) major, described in detail under Interdisciplinary Programs.

The Department of Biological Engineering offers an undergraduate Minor in Toxicology and Environmental Health. The goal of this program is to meet the growing demand for undergraduates to acquire the intellectual tools needed to understand and assess the impact of new products and processes on human health, and to provide a perspective on the risks of human exposure to synthetic and natural chemicals, physical agents, and microorganisms.

Given the importance of environmental education at MIT, the program is designed to be accessible to any MIT undergraduate. The program consists of three required didactic core subjects and one laboratory subject, as well as one restricted elective. The prerequisites for the core subjects are 5.111  / 5.112 Principles of Chemical Science or 3.091 Introduction to Solid-State Chemistry plus Introductory Biology ( 7.012  /  7.013  /  7.014  /  7.015  /  7.016 ).

For further information on the undergraduate programs, see the Biological Engineering website or contact the BE Academic Office , Room 16-267, 617-452-2465.

Master of Engineering in Biomedical Engineering

Doctoral Program in Biological Engineering

Graduate Study

Graduate students in the Department of Biological Engineering can carry out their research as part of a number of multi-investigator, multidisciplinary research centers at MIT, including the Center for Biomedical Engineering, the Center for Environmental Health Sciences , the Division of Comparative Medicine , and the Synthetic Biology Engineering Research Center . These opportunities include collaboration with faculty in the Schools of Engineering and Science , the Koch Institute for Integrative Cancer Research , the Whitehead Institute for Biomedical Research , and the Broad Institute , along with the Harvard University School of Medicine, Harvard University School of Dental Medicine, Harvard School of Public Health, and Boston University School of Medicine.

The Master of Engineering in Biomedical Engineering (MEBE) program is a five-year program leading to a bachelor's degree in a science or engineering discipline along with a Master of Engineering in Biomedical Engineering. The program emphasizes the fusion of engineering with modern molecular-to-genomic biology, as in our SB and PhD degree programs. Admission to the MEBE program is open only to MIT undergraduate students, and requires candidates to demonstrate adequate quantitative and engineering credentials through their undergraduate coursework.

In addition to satisfying the requirements of their departmental program, candidates also are expected to complete the following:

Applications to the MEBE program are accepted from students in any of the departments in the School of Engineering or School of Science. Students interested in applying to the MEBE program should submit a standard MIT graduate application by the end of their junior year; they are informed of the decision by the end of that summer.

Additional information on application procedures, objectives, and program requirements can be obtained by contacting the BE Academic Office , Room 16-127.

Program Requirements

In addition to thesis credits, at least 66 units of coursework are required. At least 42 of these subject units must be from graduate subjects. The remaining units may be satisfied, in some cases, with advanced undergraduate subjects that are not requirements in MIT's undergraduate curriculum. Of the 66 units, a minimum distribution in each of three categories is specified below.

The student is required to complete a thesis that must be approved by the program director. The thesis is an original work of research, design, or development. If the supervisor is not a member of the Department of Biological Engineering, a reader who belongs to the BE faculty must also approve and sign the thesis. The student submits a thesis proposal by the end of the fourth year.

Doctor of Philosophy and Doctor of Science in Biological Engineering

The Department of Biological Engineering offers a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Doctor of Science (ScD) in Biological Engineering; the program is the same for both degrees. The Biological Engineering doctoral program educates students to use engineering principles in the analysis and manipulation of biological systems, allowing them to solve problems across a spectrum of important applications. The curriculum is inherently interdisciplinary in that it brings together engineering and biology as fundamentally as possible and cuts across the boundaries of the traditional engineering disciplines.

The written part of the doctoral qualifying examinations—focused on the core curriculum—is taken after the second term. The student selects a research advisor, typically by the start of the spring term in the first year, and begins research before the end of that year. The oral part of the doctoral qualifying examinations, which focuses on the student's area of research, is taken prior to December 1 of the third year. A total of approximately five years in residence is needed to complete the doctoral thesis and other degree requirements. Upon successful completion of the program, students are awarded either the PhD or ScD in biological engineering.

Students admitted to the Biological Engineering doctoral program typically have a bachelor's or master's degree in science or engineering. Foundational coursework in biochemistry and molecular cell biology is required, either prior to admission or during the first year of graduate study. Students who have not taken biochemistry previously should take 7.05 General Biochemistry or 5.07[J] Introduction to Biological Chemistry , and those who have not taken cell biology previously should take 7.06 Cell Biology , prior to taking the core classes. During their first year, students pursue a unified core curriculum in which engineering approaches are used to analyze biological systems and technologies over a wide range of length and time scales. The subjects in the unified core bring central engineering principles to bear on the operation of biological systems from molecular to cell to tissue/organ/device systems levels. These are then supplemented by electives in the biological sciences and engineering to enhance breadth and depth.

Faculty members associated with the program possess a wide range of research interests. Areas in which students may specialize include systems and synthetic biology; biological and physiological transport phenomena; biological imaging and functional measurement; biomolecular engineering; cell and tissue engineering; computational modeling of biological and physiological systems; bioinformatics; design, discovery, and delivery of molecular therapeutics; molecular, cell, and tissue biomechanics; development of in vitro models of the immune system and lymphoid tissue; development of molecular methods for direct measurement of mutations in humans; metabolism of foreign compounds; genetic toxicology; the molecular aspects and dosimetry of interactions between mutagens and carcinogens with nucleic acids and proteins; molecular mechanisms of DNA damage and repair; design and mechanisms of action of chemotherapeutic agents; environmental carcinogenesis and epidemiology; molecular mechanisms of carcinogenesis; cell physiology; extracellular regulation and signal transduction; molecular and pathologic interactions between infectious microbial agents and carcinogens; and new tools for genomics, proteomics, and glycomics.

Interdisciplinary Programs

The 24-month Leaders for Global Operations (LGO)  program  combines graduate degrees in engineering and management for those with previous postgraduate work experience and strong undergraduate degrees in a technical field . During the two-year program, students complete a six-month internship  at one of LGO's partner companies, where  they conduct  research that  forms the basis of a dual-degree thesis. Students finish the program with two MIT degrees: an MBA (or SM in management) and an SM from one of seven engineering programs, some of which have optional or required LGO tracks.  After graduation, alumni  lead strategic initiatives in high-tech, operations, and manufacturing companies.

The Program in Polymers and Soft Matter (PPSM)  offers students from participating departments an interdisciplinary core curriculum in polymer science and engineering, exposure to the broader polymer community through seminars, contact with visitors from industry and academia, and interdepartmental collaboration while working towards a PhD or ScD degree.

Research opportunities include functional polymers, controlled drug delivery, nanostructured polymers, polymers at interfaces, biomaterials, molecular modeling, polymer synthesis, biomimetic materials, polymer mechanics and rheology, self-assembly, and polymers in energy. The program is described in more detail under Interdisciplinary Graduate Programs.

For further information on the graduate programs, see the Biological Engineering website or contact the BE Academic Office , Room 16-267, 617-253-1712.

Faculty and Teaching Staff

Christopher A. Voigt, PhD

Wang Professor

Professor of Biological Engineering

Head, Department of Biological Engineering

Scott R. Manalis, PhD

David H. Koch Professor in Engineering

Professor of Mechanical Engineering

Associate Head, Department of Biological Engineering

Eric J. Alm, PhD

Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering

Mark Bathe, PhD

(On leave, spring)

Angela M. Belcher, PhD

James Mason Crafts Professor

Professor of Materials Science and Engineering

Edward S. Boyden III, PhD

Y. Eva Tan Professor in Neurotechnology

Professor of Brain and Cognitive Sciences

Professor of Media Arts and Sciences

(On sabbatical, fall)

Laurie Boyer, PhD

Professor of Biology

Christopher B. Burge, PhD

James J. Collins, PhD

Termeer Professor of Medical Engineering and Science

Core Faculty, Institute for Medical Engineering and Science

Peter C. Dedon, MD, PhD

Underwood-Prescott Professor

Professor of Toxicology and Biological Engineering

Bevin P. Engelward, DSc

John M. Essigmann, PhD

Professor Post-Tenure of Toxicology and Biological Engineering

Professor Post-Tenure of Chemistry

James G. Fox, DVM

Professor Post-Tenure of Biological Engineering

Ernest Fraenkel, PhD

Linda G. Griffith, PhD

School of Engineering Professor of Teaching Innovation

Jongyoon Han, PhD

Professor of Electrical Engineering

Darrell J. Irvine, PhD

Professor of Materials Science

Alan P. Jasanoff, PhD

Professor of Nuclear Science and Engineering

Roger Dale Kamm, PhD

Cecil H. Green Distinguished Professor Post-Tenure

Professor Post-Tenure of Mechanical Engineering

Amy E. Keating, PhD

Jay A. Stein (1968) Professor

Head, Department of Biology

Robert Langer, ScD

David H. Koch (1962) Institute Professor

Professor of Chemical Engineering

Affiliate Faculty, Institute for Medical Engineering and Science

Douglas A. Lauffenburger, PhD

Ford Foundation Professor

Harvey F. Lodish, PhD

(On leave, fall)

Jacquin Niles, MD, PhD

Whitaker Professor

Katharina Ribbeck, PhD

Andrew (1956) and Erna Viterbi Professor

Ram Sasisekharan, PhD

Alfred H. Caspary Professor

Peter T. C. So, PhD

Steven R. Tannenbaum, PhD

Underwood-Prescott Professor Post-Tenure

William G. Thilly, ScD

Bruce Tidor, PhD

Professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Ron Weiss, PhD

Forest M. White, PhD

Ned C. and Janet Bemis Rice Professor

Karl Dane Wittrup, PhD

Carbon P. Dubbs Professor of Chemical Engineering

Michael B. Yaffe, MD, PhD

David H. Koch Professor in Science

Feng Zhang, PhD

James and Patricia Poitras (1963) Professor of Neuroscience

(On sabbatical, spring)

Associate Professors

Michael Birnbaum, PhD

Class of 1956 Career Development Professor

Associate Professor of Biological Engineering

Paul C. Blainey, PhD

Bryan Bryson, PhD

Angela N. Koehler, PhD

Kelly Ann Metcalf Pate, DVM, PhD

Dorothy W. Poitras Associate Professor of Biological Engineering

Assistant Professors

Anders Hansen, PhD

Underwood-Prescott Career Development Professor

Assistant Professor of Biological Engineering

Senior Lecturers

Maxine Jonas, PhD

Senior Lecturer of Biological Engineering

Noreen L. Lyell, PhD

Steven Wasserman, MS

Justin Buck, PhD

Principal Lecturer of Biological Engineering

Sean Aidan Clarke, PhD

Rebecca Meyer, PhD

Lecturer of Biological Engineering

Chiara Ricci-Tam, PhD

Technical Instructors

Kevin Ly, BS

Technical Instructor of Biological Engineering

Jaime Zhan, MS

Research Staff

Principal research scientists.

Michal Caspi Tal, PhD

Principal Research Scientist of Biological Engineering

Research Engineers

Mark Coughlin, PhD

Research Engineer of Biological Engineering

Research Scientists

Swapnil Chhabra, PhD

Research Scientist of Biological Engineering

Robert G. Croy, PhD

Michael S. DeMott, PhD

Aneesh Donde, PhD

David B. Gordon, PhD

Elena V. Gostjeva, PhD

Beth Pollack, MS

Jifa Qi, PhD

Rahul Raman, PhD

Zhengpeng Wan, PhD

Kelsey Morgan Wheeler, PhD

Yu-Xin Xu, PhD

Professors Emeriti

C. Forbes Dewey Jr, PhD

Professor Emeritus of Mechanical Engineering

Professor Emeritus of Biological Engineering

Alan J. Grodzinsky, ScD

Professor Emeritus of Electrical Engineering

Alexander M. Klibanov, PhD

Novartis Professor Emeritus

Professor Emeritus of Chemistry

Professor Emeritus of Bioengineering

Leona D. Samson, PhD

Uncas (1923) and Helen Whitaker Professor Emerita

Professor Emerita of Biological Engineering

Professor Emerita of Biology

20.001 Introduction to Professional Success and Leadership in Biological Engineering

Prereq: None U (Fall) 1-0-2 units

Interactive introduction to the discipline of Biological Engineering through presentations by alumni practitioners, with additional panels and discussions on skills for professional development. Presentations emphasize the roles of communication through writing and speaking, building and maintaining professional networks, and interpersonal and leadership skills in building successful careers. Provides practical advice about how to prepare for job searches and graduate or professional school applications from an informed viewpoint. Prepares students for UROPs, internships, and selection of BE electives. Subject can count toward the 6-unit discovery-focused credit limit for first-year students.  

L. Griffith

20.005 Ethics for Engineers

Subject meets with 1.082[J] , 2.900[J] , 6.9320[J] , 6.9321 , 10.01[J] , 16.676[J] , 22.014[J] Prereq: None U (Fall, Spring) 2-0-7 units

Explores how to be an ethical engineer. Students examine engineering case studies along with foundational ethical readings, and investigate which ethical approaches are best and how to apply them as engineers. Topics include justice, rights, cost-benefit analysis, safety, bias, genetic engineering, climate change, and the promise and peril of AI. Discussion-based. All sections cover the same core ethical frameworks, but some sections have a particular focus for engineering case studies, such as Computer Science or Bioengineering. Students are eligible to take any section of the course, regardless of their registered course number. The subject is taught in separate sections. For 20.005 , students additionally undertake an ethical-technical analysis of a BE-related topic of their choosing.

D. Lauffenburger, P. Hansen

20.010 Introduction to Experimentation in BE

Teaches students to ask research questions and use the steps in the experimental method to test hypotheses. Introduces best practices in basic data analysis and interpretation. Additional topics include exploring experimental failures, unexpected results, and troubleshooting. Goal is to prepare students for undergraduate research opportunities and laboratory-based coursework. This is a discussion-based subject and is dependent on group participation. Preference to first- and second-year students.

20.020 Introduction to Biological Engineering Design Using Synthetic Biology

Prereq: None U (Spring) 3-3-3 units

Project-based introduction to the engineering of synthetic biological systems. Throughout the term, students develop projects that are responsive to real-world problems of their choosing, and whose solutions depend on biological technologies. Lectures, discussions, and studio exercises introduce components and control of prokaryotic and eukaryotic behavior; DNA synthesis, standards, and abstraction in biological engineering; and issues of human practice, including biological safety, security, ethics and ownership, sharing, and innovation. Students may have the option to continue projects for participation in the iGEM competition. Preference to first-year students.

20.051 Introduction to NEET: Living Machines

Prereq: Biology (GIR) , Calculus II (GIR) , Chemistry (GIR) , and Physics I (GIR) U (Fall, Spring) 2-3-4 units

Focuses on physiomimetics: transforming therapeutic strategy and development. Overview of development of therapies for complex diseases, including disease mechanisms in heterogeneous patient populations, developing therapeutic strategies, modeling these in vitro, and testing the therapies. Explores the five essential technological contributions to this process: computational systems biology, synthetic biology, immuno-engineering, microphysiological systems devices/tissue engineering, and microfluidic device engineering for in vitro models and analysis. Introduces disease modeling, patient stratification, and drug development processes, includes extensive examples from industry, and provides context for choosing a concentration track in the Living Machines thread. Weekly lectures from experts in the field supplemented with structured, short projects in each topic area. Limited to 24; preference to students in the NEET Living Machines thread.

L. Griffith, M. Salek

20.054 NEET - Living Machines Research Immersion

Prereq: 20.051 U (Fall, Spring) Units arranged Can be repeated for credit.

A structured lab research experience in a specific Living Machines track. Students identify a project in a participating research lab, on a topic related to the five tracks in the NEET Living Machines program, propose a project related to the drug development theme, and prepare interim and final presentations and reports while conducting the project. Links to industry-sponsored research projects at MIT are encouraged. Project proposal must be submitted and approved in the term prior to enrollment. Limited to students in the NEET Living Machines thread.

L. Griffith, E. Alm, M. Salek

20.101 Metakaryotic Biology and Epidemiology

Subject meets with 20.A02 Prereq: None U (Fall) 2-0-4 units

Introduces non-eukaryotic, "metakaryotic" cells with hollow bell-shaped nuclei that serve as the stem cells of human fetal/juvenile growth and development as well as of tumors and atherosclerotic plaques. Studies the relationship of lifetime growth and mutations of metakaryotic stem cells to age-specific death rates. Considers the biological bases of treatment protocols found to kill metakaryotic cancer stem cells in vitro and in human pancreatic cancers in vivo .

W. G. Thilly

20.102 Metakaryotic Stem Cells in Carcinogenesis: Origins and Cures

Subject meets with 20.215 Prereq: Biology (GIR) , Calculus II (GIR) , and Chemistry (GIR) U (Fall) 3-0-9 units

Metakaryotic stem cells of organogenesis, wound healing, and the pathogenic lesions of cancers and atherosclerotic plaques. Metakaryotic cell resistance to x-ray- and chemo-therapies. Common drug treatment protocols lethal to metakaryotic cancer stem cells in vivo first clinical trial against pancreatic cancer. Application of a hypermutable/mutator stem cell model to the age-specific mortality from clonal diseases, and the expected responses to metakaryocidal drugs in attempted cure and prevention of tumors or atherosclerotic plaques. Students taking 20.215 responsible for de novo computer modeling.

E. V. Gostjeva, W. G. Thilly

20.104[J] Environmental Cancer Risks, Prevention, and Therapy

Same subject as 1.081[J] Prereq: Biology (GIR) , Calculus II (GIR) , and Chemistry (GIR) U (Spring) 3-0-9 units

Analysis of the history of cancer and vascular disease mortality rates in predominantly European- and African-American US cohorts, 1895-2016, to discover specific historical shifts. Explored in terms of contemporaneously changing environmental risk factors: air-, food- and water-borne chemicals; subclinical infections; diet and lifestyles. Special section on occupational risk factors. Considers the hypotheses that genetic and/or environmental factors affect metakaryotic stem cell mutation rates in fetuses and juveniles and/or their growth rates of preneoplastic in adults.

W. Thilly, R. McCunney

20.106[J] Applied Microbiology

Same subject as 1.084[J] Prereq: Biology (GIR) and Chemistry (GIR) U (Fall) Not offered regularly; consult department 3-0-9 units

Introductory microbiology from a systems perspective - considers microbial diversity and the integration of data from a molecular, cellular, organismal, and ecological context to understand the interaction of microbial organisms with their environment. Special emphasis on specific viral, bacterial, and eukaryotic microorganisms and their interaction with animal hosts with focus on contemporary problems in areas such as vaccination, emerging disease, antimicrobial drug resistance, and toxicology.

J. C. Niles, K. Ribbeck

20.109 Laboratory Fundamentals in Biological Engineering

Prereq: Biology (GIR) , Chemistry (GIR) , 6.100B , 18.03 , and 20.110[J] U (Fall, Spring) 2-8-5 units. Institute LAB

Introduces experimental biochemical and molecular techniques from a quantitative engineering perspective. Experimental design, data analysis, and scientific communication form the underpinnings of this subject. In this, students complete discovery-based experimental modules drawn from current technologies and active research projects of BE faculty. Generally, topics include DNA engineering, in which students design, construct, and use genetic material; parts engineering, emphasizing protein design and quantitative assessment of protein performance; systems engineering, which considers genome-wide consequences of genetic perturbations; and biomaterials engineering, in which students use biologically-encoded devices to design and build materials. Enrollment limited; priority to Course 20 majors.

N. Lyell, A. Koehler, B. Engelward, L. McClain, B. Meyer, S. Clarke, P. Bhargava

20.110[J] Thermodynamics of Biomolecular Systems

Same subject as 2.772[J] Prereq: ( Biology (GIR) , Calculus II (GIR) , Chemistry (GIR) , and Physics I (GIR) ) or permission of instructor U (Fall) 5-0-7 units. REST

Equilibrium properties of macroscopic and microscopic systems. Basic thermodynamics: state of a system, state variables. Work, heat, first law of thermodynamics, thermochemistry. Second and third law of thermodynamics: entropy and its statistical basis, Gibbs function. Chemical equilibrium of reactions in gas and solution phase. Macromolecular structure and interactions in solution. Driving forces for molecular self-assembly. Binding cooperativity, solvation, titration of macromolecules.

M. Birnbaum, C. Voigt

20.129[J] Biological Circuit Engineering Laboratory

Same subject as 6.4880[J] Prereq: Biology (GIR) and Calculus II (GIR) U (Spring) 2-8-2 units. Institute LAB

Students assemble individual genes and regulatory elements into larger-scale circuits; they experimentally characterize these circuits in yeast cells using quantitative techniques, including flow cytometry, and model their results computationally. Emphasizes concepts and techniques to perform independent experimental and computational synthetic biology research. Discusses current literature and ongoing research in the field of synthetic biology. Instruction and practice in oral and written communication provided. Enrollment limited.

T. Lu, R. Weiss

20.200 Biological Engineering Seminar

Prereq: Permission of instructor G (Fall, Spring) 1-0-2 units Can be repeated for credit.

Weekly one-hour seminars covering graduate student research and presentations by invited speakers.

B. Engelward

20.201 Fundamentals of Drug Development

Prereq: Permission of instructor G (Fall, Spring) 4-0-8 units

Team-based exploration of the scientific basis for developing new drugs. First portion of term covers fundamentals of target identification, drug discovery, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, regulatory policy, and intellectual property. Industry experts and academic entrepreneurs then present case studies of specific drugs, drug classes, and therapeutic targets. In a term-long project, student teams develop novel therapeutics to solve major unmet medical needs, with a trajectory to a "start-up" company. Culminates with team presentations to a panel of industry and scientific leaders.

P. C. Dedon, R. Sasisekharan

20.202 In vivo Models: Principles and Practices

Prereq: Permission of instructor G (Spring) Not offered regularly; consult department 1-1-4 units

Selected aspects of anatomy, histology, immuno-cytochemistry, in situ hybridization, physiology, and cell biology of mammalian organisms and their pathogens. Subject material integrated with principles of toxicology, in vivo genetic engineering, and molecular biology. A lab/demonstration period each week involves experiments in anatomy (in vivo), physiology, and microscopy to augment the lectures. Offered first half of spring term.

J. G. Fox, B. Marini, M. Whary

20.203[J] Neurotechnology in Action

Same subject as 9.123[J] Prereq: Permission of instructor G (Spring) 3-6-3 units

See description under subject 9.123[J] .

A. Jasanoff

20.205[J] Principles and Applications of Genetic Engineering for Biotechnology and Neuroscience

Same subject as 9.26[J] Prereq: Biology (GIR) Acad Year 2023-2024: Not offered Acad Year 2024-2025: U (Spring) 3-0-9 units

See description under subject 9.26[J] .

20.213 Genome Stability and Engineering in the Context of Diseases, Drugs, and Public Health

Prereq: 5.07[J] , 7.05 , or permission of instructor U (Spring; second half of term) 4-0-5 units

Studies how DNA damage leads to diseases, and how DNA repair modulates cancer risk and treatment. Also covers how DNA repair impacts genetic engineering, whether by targeted gene therapy or CRISPR-mediated genetic changes. Students gain a public health perspective by examining how DNA-damaging agents in our environment can lead to downstream cancer. Explores the underlying chemical, molecular and biochemical processes of DNA damage and repair, and their implications for disease susceptibility and treatment.

B. P. Engelward

20.215 Macroepidemiology, Population Genetics, and Stem Cell Biology of Human Clonal Diseases

Subject meets with 20.102 Prereq: Calculus II (GIR) and 1.00 G (Fall) 3-0-15 units

Studies the logic and technology needed to discover genetic and environmental risks for common human cancers and vascular diseases. Includes an introduction to metakaryotic stem cell biology. Analyzes large, organized historical public health databases using quantitative cascade computer models that include population stratification of stem cell mutation rates in fetal/juvenile tissues and growth rates in preneoplastic colonies and atherosclerotic plaques. Means to test hypotheses (CAST) that certain genes carry mutations conferring risk for common cancers via genetic analyses in large human cohorts. Involves de novo computer modeling of a lifetime disease experience or test of a student-developed hypothesis.

20.219 Selected Topics in Biological Engineering

Prereq: Permission of instructor G (Fall, Spring) Not offered regularly; consult department Units arranged Can be repeated for credit.

Detailed discussion of selected topics of current interest. Classwork in various areas not covered by regular subjects.

20.230[J] Immunology

Same subject as 7.23[J] Subject meets with 7.63[J] , 20.630[J] Prereq: 7.06 U (Spring) 5-0-7 units

See description under subject 7.23[J] .

S. Spranger, M. Birnbaum

20.260 Computational Analysis of Biological Data

Subject meets with 20.460 Prereq: 6.100A or permission of instructor U (Spring) 3-0-6 units

Presents foundational methods for analysis of complex biological datasets. Covers fundamental concepts in probability, statistics, and linear algebra underlying computational tools that enable generation of biological insights. Assignments focus on practical examples spanning basic science and medical applications. Assumes basic knowledge of calculus and programming (experience with MATLAB, Python, or R is recommended). Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.

D. Lauffenburger, F. White

20.265 Genetics for Biological Engineering

Prereq: 6.100A or permission of instructor U (Spring; second half of term) 3-0-3 units

Covers topics in genetics from an engineering perspective. Designed to be taken before, concurrently with, or after a traditional genetics class. Focuses primarily on the quantitative methods and algorithms used in genetics and genomics. Provides a strong foundation in genomics and bioinformatics and prepares students, through real-world problem-solving, for upper-level classes in those topics. Basics of modern genomics tools and approaches -- including RNAseq, high-throughout genome sequencing, genome-wide association studies, metagenomics, and others -- presented. Requires some experience with Python programming.

20.305[J] Principles of Synthetic Biology

Same subject as 6.8721[J] Subject meets with 6.8720[J] , 20.405[J] Prereq: None U (Fall) 3-0-9 units

Introduces the basics of synthetic biology, including quantitative cellular network characterization and modeling. Considers the discovery and genetic factoring of useful cellular activities into reusable functions for design. Emphasizes the principles of biomolecular system design and diagnosis of designed systems. Illustrates cutting-edge applications in synthetic biology and enhances skills in analysis and design of synthetic biological applications. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.

20.309[J] Instrumentation and Measurement for Biological Systems

Same subject as 2.673[J] Subject meets with 20.409 Prereq: ( Biology (GIR) , Physics II (GIR) , 6.100B , and 18.03 ) or permission of instructor U (Fall, Spring) 3-6-3 units

Sensing and measurement aimed at quantitative molecular/cell/tissue analysis in terms of genetic, biochemical, and biophysical properties. Methods include light and fluorescence microscopies, and electro-mechanical probes (atomic force microscopy, optical traps, MEMS devices). Application of statistics, probability, signal and noise analysis, and Fourier techniques to experimental data. Enrollment limited; preference to Course 20 undergraduates.

P. Blainey, S. Manalis, E. Frank, S. Wasserman, J. Bagnall, E. Boyden, P. So

20.310[J] Molecular, Cellular, and Tissue Biomechanics

Same subject as 2.797[J] , 3.053[J] , 6.4840[J] Subject meets with 2.798[J] , 3.971[J] , 6.4842[J] , 10.537[J] , 20.410[J] Prereq: Biology (GIR) and 18.03 U (Spring) 4-0-8 units

Develops and applies scaling laws and the methods of continuum mechanics to biomechanical phenomena over a range of length scales. Topics include structure of tissues and the molecular basis for macroscopic properties; chemical and electrical effects on mechanical behavior; cell mechanics, motility and adhesion; biomembranes; biomolecular mechanics and molecular motors. Experimental methods for probing structures at the tissue, cellular, and molecular levels. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.

M. Bathe, K. Ribbeck, P. T. So

20.315 Physical Biology

Subject meets with 20.415 Prereq: 5.60 , 20.110[J] , or permission of instructor U (Fall, Spring) Not offered regularly; consult department 3-0-9 units Credit cannot also be received for 8.241

Focuses on current major research topics in quantitative, physical biology. Covers synthetic structural biology, synthetic cell biology, microbial systems biology and evolution, cellular decision making, neuronal circuits, and development and morphogenesis. Emphasizes current motivation and historical background, state-of-the-art measurement methodologies and techniques, and quantitative physical modeling frameworks. Experimental techniques include structural biology, next-generation sequencing, fluorescence imaging and spectroscopy, and quantitative biochemistry. Modeling approaches include stochastic rate equations, statistical thermodynamics, and statistical inference. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments. 20.315 and 20.415 meet with 8.241 when offered concurrently.

J. Gore, I. Cisse

20.320 Analysis of Biomolecular and Cellular Systems

Prereq: 6.100B , 18.03 , and 20.110[J] ; Coreq: 5.07[J] or 7.05 U (Fall) 4-0-8 units

Analysis of molecular and cellular processes across a hierarchy of scales, including genetic, molecular, cellular, and cell population levels. Topics include gene sequence analysis, molecular modeling, metabolic and gene regulation networks, signal transduction pathways and cell populations in tissues. Emphasis on experimental methods, quantitative analysis, and computational modeling.

F. White, K. D. Wittrup

20.330[J] Fields, Forces and Flows in Biological Systems

Same subject as 2.793[J] , 6.4830[J] Prereq: Biology (GIR) , Physics II (GIR) , and 18.03 U (Spring) 4-0-8 units

Introduction to electric fields, fluid flows, transport phenomena and their application to biological systems. Flux and continuity laws, Maxwell's equations, electro-quasistatics, electro-chemical-mechanical driving forces, conservation of mass and momentum, Navier-Stokes flows, and electrokinetics. Applications include biomolecular transport in tissues, electrophoresis, and microfluidics.

J. Han, S. Manalis

20.334 Biological Systems Modeling

Prereq: 20.330[J] or permission of instructor U (Fall; first half of term) 1-0-5 units

Practices the use of modern numerical analysis tools (e.g., COMSOL) for biological systems with multi-physics behavior. Covers modeling of diffusion, reaction, convection and other transport mechanisms. Analysis of microfluidic devices as examples. Discusses practical issues and challenges in numerical modeling. No prior knowledge of modeling software required. Includes weekly modeling homework and one final modeling project.

20.345 Bioinstrumentation Project Lab

Prereq: 20.309[J] , ( Biology (GIR) and ( 2.004 or 6.3000 )), or permission of instructor U (Spring) Not offered regularly; consult department 2-7-3 units

In-depth examination of instrumentation design, principles and techniques for studying biological systems, from single molecules to entire organisms. Lectures cover optics, advanced microscopy techniques, electronics for biological measurement, magnetic resonance imaging, computed tomography, MEMs, microfluidic devices, and limits of detection. Students select two lab exercises during the first half of the semester and complete a final design project in the second half. Lab emphasizes design process and skillful realization of a robust system. Enrollment limited; preference to Course 20 majors and minors.

E. Boyden, M. Jonas, P. So, S. Wasserman

20.352 Principles of Neuroengineering

Subject meets with 9.422[J] , 20.452[J] , MAS.881[J] Prereq: Permission of instructor U (Fall) Not offered regularly; consult department 3-0-9 units

Covers how to innovate technologies for brain analysis and engineering, for accelerating the basic understanding of the brain, and leading to new therapeutic insight and inventions. Focuses on using physical, chemical and biological principles to understand technology design criteria governing ability to observe and alter brain structure and function. Topics include optogenetics, noninvasive brain imaging and stimulation, nanotechnologies, stem cells and tissue engineering, and advanced molecular and structural imaging technologies. Includes design projects. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments. Designed for students with engineering maturity who are ready for design.

E. S. Boyden, III

20.361[J] Molecular and Engineering Aspects of Biotechnology

Same subject as 7.37[J] , 10.441[J] Prereq: ( 7.06 and ( 2.005 , 3.012, 5.60 , or 20.110[J] )) or permission of instructor Acad Year 2023-2024: Not offered Acad Year 2024-2025: U (Spring) 4-0-8 units Credit cannot also be received for 7.371

See description under subject 7.37[J] .

20.363[J] Biomaterials Science and Engineering

Same subject as 3.055[J] Subject meets with 3.963[J] , 20.463[J] Prereq: 20.110[J] or permission of instructor U (Fall) 3-0-9 units

Covers, at a molecular scale, the analysis and design of materials used in contact with biological systems, and biomimetic strategies aimed at creating new materials based on principles found in biology. Topics include molecular interaction between bio- and synthetic molecules and surfaces; design, synthesis, and processing approaches for materials that control cell functions; and application of materials science to problems in tissue engineering, drug delivery, vaccines, and cell-guiding surfaces. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.

D. Irvine, K. Ribbeck

20.365 Engineering the Immune System in Cancer and Beyond

Subject meets with 20.465 Prereq: ( 5.60 or 20.110[J] ) and permission of instructor U (Spring) 3-0-6 units

Examines strategies in clinical and preclinical development for manipulating the immune system to treat and protect against disease. Begins with brief review of immune system. Discusses interaction of tumors with the immune system, followed by approaches by which the immune system can be modulated to attack cancer. Also covers strategies based in biotechnology, chemistry, materials science, and molecular biology to induce immune responses to treat infection, transplantation, and autoimmunity. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.

20.370[J] Cellular Neurophysiology and Computing

Same subject as 2.791[J] , 6.4810[J] , 9.21[J] Subject meets with 2.794[J] , 6.4812[J] , 9.021[J] , 20.470[J] , HST.541[J] Prereq: ( Physics II (GIR) , 18.03 , and ( 2.005 , 6.2000 , 6.3000 , 10.301 , or 20.110[J] )) or permission of instructor U (Spring) 5-2-5 units

See description under subject 6.4810[J] . Preference to juniors and seniors.

J. Han, T. Heldt

20.373 Foundations of Cell Therapy Manufacturing

Subject meets with 20.473 Prereq: None U (Spring) Not offered regularly; consult department 3-0-6 units

Seminar examines cell therapy manufacturing, the ex vivo production of human cells to be delivered to humans as a product for medical benefit. Includes a review of cell biology and immunology. Addresses topics such as governmental regulations applying to cell therapy production; the manufacture of cell-based therapeutics, including cell culture unit operations, genetic engineering or editing of cells; process engineering of cell therapy products; and the analytics of cell therapy manufacturing processes. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.

K. Van Vliet

20.375 Applied Developmental Biology and Tissue Engineering

Subject meets with 20.475 Prereq: ( 7.06 , 20.320 , and ( 7.003[J] or 20.109 )) or permission of instructor U (Spring) 3-0-9 units

Addresses the integration of engineering and biology design principles to create human tissues and organs for regenerative medicine to drug development. Provides an overview of embryogenesis, how morphogenic phenomena are governed by biochemical and biophysical cues. Analyzes <em>in vitro</em> generation of human brain, gut, and other organoids from stem cells. Studies the roles of biomaterials and microreactors in improving organoid formation and function; organoid use in modeling disease and physiology <em>in vitro</em>; and engineering and biological principles of reconstructing tissues and organs from postnatal donor cells using biomaterials scaffolds and bioreactors. Includes select applications, such as liver disease, brain disorders, and others. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.

20.380 Biological Engineering Design

Prereq: 7.06 , 20.320 , and 20.330[J] U (Fall, Spring) 5-0-7 units

Illustrates how knowledge and principles of biology, biochemistry, and engineering are integrated to create new products for societal benefit. Uses case study format to examine recently developed products of pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries: how a product evolves from initial idea, through patents, testing, evaluation, production, and marketing. Emphasizes scientific and engineering principles, as well as the responsibility scientists, engineers, and business executives have for the consequences of their technology. Instruction and practice in written and oral communication provided. Enrollment limited; preference to Course 20 undergraduates.

J. Collins, A. Koehler, J. Essigmann, K. Ribbeck

20.381 Biological Engineering Design II

Prereq: 20.380 or permission of instructor U (Spring) 0-12-0 units

Continuation of 20.380 that focuses on practical implementation of design proposals. Student teams choose a feasible scope of work related to their 20.380 design proposals and execute it in the lab.

M. Jonas, J. Sutton, S. Wasserman

20.385 Design in Synthetic Biology

Prereq: ( 20.020 , 20.109 , and 20.320 ) or permission of instructor U (Spring) 3-3-3 units

Provides an understanding of the state of research in synthetic biology and development of project management skills. Critical evaluation of primary research literature covering a range of approaches to the design, modeling and programming of cellular behaviors. Focuses on developing the skills needed to read, present and discuss primary research literature, and to manage and lead small teams. Students mentor a small undergraduate team of 20.020 students. Open to advanced students with appropriate background in biology. Students may have the option to continue projects for participation in the iGEM competition.

20.390[J] Computational Systems Biology: Deep Learning in the Life Sciences

Same subject as 6.8711[J] Subject meets with 6.8710[J] , 20.490 , HST.506[J] Prereq: ( 7.05 and ( 6.100B or 6.9080 )) or permission of instructor Acad Year 2023-2024: Not offered Acad Year 2024-2025: U (Spring) 3-0-9 units

See description under subject 6.8711[J] .

D. K. Gifford

20.405[J] Principles of Synthetic Biology

Same subject as 6.8720[J] Subject meets with 6.8721[J] , 20.305[J] Prereq: None G (Fall) 3-0-9 units

20.409 Biological Engineering II: Instrumentation and Measurement

Subject meets with 2.673[J] , 20.309[J] Prereq: Permission of instructor G (Fall, Spring) 2-7-3 units

Sensing and measurement aimed at quantitative molecular/cell/tissue analysis in terms of genetic, biochemical, and biophysical properties. Methods include light and fluorescence microscopies, electronic circuits, and electro-mechanical probes (atomic force microscopy, optical traps, MEMS devices). Application of statistics, probability, signal and noise analysis, and Fourier techniques to experimental data. Limited to 5 graduate students.

P. Blainey, S. Manalis, S. Wasserman, J. Bagnall, E. Frank, E. Boyden, P. So

20.410[J] Molecular, Cellular, and Tissue Biomechanics

Same subject as 2.798[J] , 3.971[J] , 6.4842[J] , 10.537[J] Subject meets with 2.797[J] , 3.053[J] , 6.4840[J] , 20.310[J] Prereq: Biology (GIR) and 18.03 G (Spring) 3-0-9 units

20.415 Physical Biology

Subject meets with 20.315 Prereq: Permission of instructor G (Spring) Not offered regularly; consult department 3-0-9 units Credit cannot also be received for 8.241

Focuses on current major research topics in quantitative, physical biology. Topics include synthetic structural biology, synthetic cell biology, microbial systems biology and evolution, cellular decision making, neuronal circuits, and development and morphogenesis. Emphasizes current motivation and historical background, state-of-the-art measurement methodologies and techniques, and quantitative physical modeling frameworks. Experimental techniques include structural biology, next-generation sequencing, fluorescence imaging and spectroscopy, and quantitative biochemistry. Modeling approaches include stochastic rate equations, statistical thermodynamics, and statistical inference. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments. 20.315 and 20.415 meet with 8.241 when offered concurrently.

20.416[J] Topics in Biophysics and Physical Biology

Same subject as 7.74[J] , 8.590[J] Prereq: None Acad Year 2023-2024: Not offered Acad Year 2024-2025: G (Fall) 2-0-4 units

See description under subject 8.590[J] .

J. Gore, N. Fakhri

20.420[J] Principles of Molecular Bioengineering

Same subject as 10.538[J] Prereq: 7.06 and 18.03 G (Fall) 3-0-9 units

Provides an introduction to the mechanistic analysis and engineering of biomolecules and biomolecular systems. Covers methods for measuring, modeling, and manipulating systems, including biophysical experimental tools, computational modeling approaches, and molecular design. Equips students to take systematic and quantitative approaches to the investigation of a wide variety of biological phenomena.

A. Jasanoff, E. Fraenkel

20.430[J] Fields, Forces, and Flows in Biological Systems

Same subject as 2.795[J] , 6.4832[J] , 10.539[J] Prereq: Permission of instructor G (Fall) 3-0-9 units

Molecular diffusion, diffusion-reaction, conduction, convection in biological systems; fields in heterogeneous media; electrical double layers; Maxwell stress tensor, electrical forces in physiological systems. Fluid and solid continua: equations of motion useful for porous, hydrated biological tissues. Case studies of membrane transport, electrode interfaces, electrical, mechanical, and chemical transduction in tissues, convective-diffusion/reaction, electrophoretic, electroosmotic flows in tissues/MEMs, and ECG. Electromechanical and physicochemical interactions in cells and biomaterials; musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and other biological and clinical examples. Prior undergraduate coursework in transport recommended.

M. Bathe, A. J. Grodzinsky

20.440 Analysis of Biological Networks

Prereq: 20.420[J] and permission of instructor G (Spring) 6-0-9 units

Explores computational and experimental approaches to analyzing complex biological networks and systems. Includes genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics and microscopy. Stresses the practical considerations required when designing and performing experiments. Also focuses on selection and implementation of appropriate computational tools for processing, visualizing, and integrating different types of experimental data, including supervised and unsupervised machine learning methods, and multi-omics modelling. Students use statistical methods to test hypotheses and assess the validity of conclusions. In problem sets, students read current literature, develop their skills in Python and R, and interpret quantitative results in a biological manner. In the second half of term, students work in groups to complete a project in which they apply the computational approaches covered.

B. Bryson, P. Blainey

20.445[J] Methods and Problems in Microbiology

Same subject as 1.86[J] , 7.492[J] Prereq: None G (Fall) 3-0-9 units

See description under subject 7.492[J] . Preference to first-year Microbiology and Biology students.

20.446[J] Microbial Genetics and Evolution

Same subject as 1.87[J] , 7.493[J] , 12.493[J] Prereq: 7.03 , 7.05 , or permission of instructor G (Fall) 4-0-8 units

See description under subject 7.493[J] .

A. D. Grossman, Staff

20.450 Applied Microbiology

Prereq: ( 20.420[J] and 20.440 ) or permission of instructor G (Fall) Not offered regularly; consult department 4-0-8 units

Compares the complex molecular and cellular interactions in health and disease between commensal microbial communities, pathogens and the human or animal host. Special focus is given to current research on microbe/host interactions, infection of significant importance to public health, and chronic infectious disease. Classwork will include lecture, but emphasize critical evaluation and class discussion of recent scientific papers, and the development of new research agendas in the fields presented.

20.452[J] Principles of Neuroengineering

Same subject as 9.422[J] , MAS.881[J] Subject meets with 20.352 Prereq: Permission of instructor G (Fall) Not offered regularly; consult department 3-0-9 units

See description under subject MAS.881[J] .

20.454[J] Revolutionary Ventures: How to Invent and Deploy Transformative Technologies

Same subject as 9.455[J] , 15.128[J] , MAS.883[J] Prereq: Permission of instructor G (Fall) 2-0-7 units

See description under subject MAS.883[J] .

E. Boyden, J. Bonsen, J. Jacobson

20.460 Computational Analysis of Biological Data

Subject meets with 20.260 Prereq: None G (Spring) 3-0-6 units

20.463[J] Biomaterials Science and Engineering

Same subject as 3.963[J] Subject meets with 3.055[J] , 20.363[J] Prereq: 20.110[J] or permission of instructor G (Fall) 3-0-9 units

20.465 Engineering the Immune System in Cancer and Beyond

Subject meets with 20.365 Prereq: Permission of instructor G (Spring) 3-0-6 units

20.470[J] Cellular Neurophysiology and Computing

Same subject as 2.794[J] , 6.4812[J] , 9.021[J] , HST.541[J] Subject meets with 2.791[J] , 6.4810[J] , 9.21[J] , 20.370[J] Prereq: ( Physics II (GIR) , 18.03 , and ( 2.005 , 6.2000 , 6.3000 , 10.301 , or 20.110[J] )) or permission of instructor G (Spring) 5-2-5 units

See description under subject 6.4812[J] .

20.473 Foundations of Cell Therapy Manufacturing

Subject meets with 20.373 Prereq: None G (Spring) Not offered regularly; consult department 3-0-6 units

20.475 Applied Developmental Biology and Tissue Engineering

Subject meets with 20.375 Prereq: Permission of instructor G (Spring) 3-0-9 units

This subject addresses the integration of engineering and biology design principles to create human tissues and organs for regenerative medicine to drug development. Overview of embryogenesis; how morphogenic phenomena are governed by biochemical and biophysical cues. Analysis of in vitro generation of human brain, gut, and other organoids from stem cells. Roles of biomaterials and microreactors in improving organoid formation and function. Organoid use in modeling disease and physiology in vitro. Engineering and biological principles of reconstructing tissues and organs from postnatal donor cells using biomaterials scaffolds and bioreactors. Select applications such as liver disease, brain disorders, and others. Graduate students will have additional assignments.

20.486[J] Case Studies and Strategies in Drug Discovery and Development

Same subject as 7.549[J] , 15.137[J] , HST.916[J] Prereq: None G (Spring) Not offered regularly; consult department 2-0-4 units

Aims to develop appreciation for the stages of drug discovery and development, from target identification, to the submission of preclinical and clinical data to regulatory authorities for marketing approval. Following introductory lectures on the process of drug development, students working in small teams analyze how one of four new drugs or drug candidates traversed the discovery/development landscape. For each case, an outside expert from the sponsoring drug company or pivotal clinical trial principal investigator provides guidance and critiques the teams' presentations to the class.

20.487[J] Optical Microscopy and Spectroscopy for Biology and Medicine

Same subject as 2.715[J] Prereq: Permission of instructor G (Spring) Not offered regularly; consult department 3-0-9 units

See description under subject 2.715[J] .

P. T. So, C. Sheppard

20.490 Computational Systems Biology: Deep Learning in the Life Sciences

Subject meets with 6.8710[J] , 6.8711[J] , 20.390[J] , HST.506[J] Prereq: Biology (GIR) and (6.041 or 18.600 ) G (Spring) Not offered regularly; consult department 3-0-9 units

Presents innovative approaches to computational problems in the life sciences, focusing on deep learning-based approaches with comparisons to conventional methods. Topics include protein-DNA interaction, chromatin accessibility, regulatory variant interpretation, medical image understanding, medical record understanding, therapeutic design, and experiment design (the choice and interpretation of interventions). Focuses on machine learning model selection, robustness, and interpretation. Teams complete a multidisciplinary final research project using TensorFlow or other framework. Provides a comprehensive introduction to each life sciences problem, but relies upon students understanding probabilistic problem formulations. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.

20.507[J] Introduction to Biological Chemistry

Same subject as 5.07[J] Prereq: 5.12 U (Fall) 5-0-7 units. REST Credit cannot also be received for 7.05

See description under subject 5.07[J] .

B. Pentelute, E. Nolan

20.535[J] Protein Engineering

Same subject as 10.535[J] Prereq: 18.03 and ( 5.07[J] or 7.05 ) G (Spring) 3-0-9 units

See description under subject 10.535[J] .

K. D. Wittrup

20.554[J] Advances in Chemical Biology

Same subject as 5.54[J] , 7.540[J] Prereq: 5.07[J] , 5.13 , 7.06 , and permission of instructor G (Fall) 3-0-9 units

See description under subject 5.54[J] .

L. Kiessling, M. Shoulders

20.560 Statistics for Biological Engineering

Prereq: Permission of instructor G (Spring; second half of term) Not offered regularly; consult department 2-0-2 units

Provides basic tools for analyzing experimental data, interpreting statistical reports in the literature, and reasoning under uncertain situations. Topics include probability theory, statistical tests, data exploration, Bayesian statistics, and machine learning. Emphasizes discussion and hands-on learning. Experience with MATLAB, Python, or R recommended.

20.561[J] Eukaryotic Cell Biology: Principles and Practice

Same subject as 7.61[J] Prereq: Permission of instructor G (Fall) 4-0-8 units

See description under subject 7.61[J] . Enrollment limited.

M. Krieger, M. Yaffe

20.586[J] Science and Business of Biotechnology

Same subject as 7.546[J] , 15.480[J] Prereq: None. Coreq: 15.401 ; permission of instructor G (Spring) 3-0-6 units

Covers the new types of drugs and other therapeutics in current practice and under development, the financing and business structures of early-stage biotechnology companies, and the evaluation of their risk/reward profiles. Includes a series of live case studies with industry leaders of both established and emerging biotechnology companies as guest speakers, focusing on the underlying science and engineering as well as core financing and business issues. Students must possess a basic background in cellular and molecular biology.

J. Chen, A. Koehler, A. Lo, H. Lodish

20.630[J] Immunology

Same subject as 7.63[J] Subject meets with 7.23[J] , 20.230[J] Prereq: 7.06 and permission of instructor G (Spring) 5-0-7 units

See description under subject 7.63[J] .

20.902 Independent Study in Biological Engineering

Prereq: Permission of instructor U (Fall, Spring) Units arranged Can be repeated for credit.

Opportunity for independent study under regular supervision by a faculty member. Projects require prior approval, as well as a substantive paper. Minimum 12 units required.

20.903 Independent Study in Biological Engineering

Prereq: Permission of instructor U (Fall, Spring, Summer) Units arranged [P/D/F] Can be repeated for credit.

Opportunity for independent study under regular supervision by a faculty member. Projects require prior approval, as well as a substantive paper. Minimum 6-12 units required.

20.920 Practical Work Experience

Prereq: None U (Fall, IAP, Spring, Summer) 0-1-0 units

For Course 20 students participating in off-campus professional experiences in biological engineering. Before registering for this subject, students must have an offer from a company or organization and must identify a BE supervisor. Upon completion, student must submit a letter from the company or organization describing the experience, along with a substantive final report from the student approved by the MIT supervisor. Subject to departmental approval. Consult departmental undergraduate office.

20.930[J] Research Experience in Biopharma

Same subject as 7.930[J] Prereq: None G (Fall) 2-10-0 units

Provides exposure to industrial science and develops skills necessary for success in such an environment. Under the guidance of an industrial mentor, students participate in on-site research at a local biopharmaceutical company where they observe and participate in industrial science. Serves as a real-time case study to internalize the factors that shape R&D in industry, including the purpose and scope of a project, key decision points in the past and future, and strategies for execution. Students utilize company resources and work with a scientific team to contribute to the goals of their assigned project; they then present project results to the company and class, emphasizing the logic that dictated their work and their ideas for future directions. Lecture component focuses on professional development.

20.945 Practical Experience in Biological Engineering

Prereq: None G (IAP, Spring, Summer) Not offered regularly; consult department 0-1-0 units

For Course 20 doctoral students participating in off-campus research, academic experiences, or internships in biological engineering. For internship experiences, an offer of employment from a company or organization is required prior to enrollment; employers must document work accomplished. A written report is required upon completion of a minimum of four weeks of off-campus experience. Proposals must be approved by department.

K. Ribbeck, P. Blainey 

20.950 Research Problems in Biological Engineering

Prereq: Permission of instructor G (Fall, Spring, Summer) Units arranged Can be repeated for credit.

Directed research in the fields of bioengineering and environmental health. Limited to BE students.

20.951 Thesis Proposal

Prereq: Permission of instructor G (Fall, Spring, Summer) 0-24-0 units

Thesis proposal research and presentation to the thesis committee.

20.960 Teaching Experience in Biological Engineering

Prereq: Permission of instructor G (Fall, Spring) Units arranged Can be repeated for credit.

For qualified graduate students interested in teaching. Tutorial, laboratory, or classroom teaching under the supervision of a faculty member. Enrollment limited by availability of suitable teaching assignments.

20.BME Undergraduate Research in Biomedical Engineering

Prereq: None U (Fall, Spring) Units arranged [P/D/F] Can be repeated for credit.

Individual research project with biomedical or clinical focus, arranged with appropriate faculty member or approved supervisor. Forms and instructions for the proposal and final report are available in the BE Undergraduate Office.

20.C01[J] Machine Learning for Molecular Engineering

Same subject as 3.C01[J] , 10.C01[J] Subject meets with 3.C51[J] , 10.C51[J] , 20.C51[J] Prereq: Calculus II (GIR) and 6.100A ; Coreq: 6.C01 U (Spring) 2-0-4 units Credit cannot also be received for 1.C01 , 1.C51 , 2.C01 , 2.C51 , 3.C51[J] , 10.C51[J] , 20.C51[J] , 22.C01 , 22.C51 , SCM.C51

See description under subject 3.C01[J] .

R. Gomez-Bombarelli, C. Coley, E. Fraenkel

20.C51[J] Machine Learning for Molecular Engineering

Same subject as 3.C51[J] , 10.C51[J] Subject meets with 3.C01[J] , 10.C01[J] , 20.C01[J] Prereq: Calculus II (GIR) and 6.100A ; Coreq: 6.C51 G (Spring) 2-0-4 units Credit cannot also be received for 1.C01 , 1.C51 , 2.C01 , 2.C51 , 3.C01[J] , 10.C01[J] , 20.C01[J] , 22.C01 , 22.C51 , SCM.C51

See description under subject 3.C51[J] .

20.EPE UPOP Engineering Practice Experience

Engineering School-Wide Elective Subject. Offered under: 1.EPE , 2.EPE , 3.EPE , 6.EPE , 8.EPE , 10.EPE , 15.EPE , 16.EPE , 20.EPE , 22.EPE Prereq: None U (Fall, Spring) 0-0-1 units Can be repeated for credit.

See description under subject 2.EPE . Application required; consult UPOP website for more information.

K. Tan-Tiongco, D. Fordell

20.EPW UPOP Engineering Practice Workshop

Engineering School-Wide Elective Subject. Offered under: 1.EPW , 2.EPW , 3.EPW , 6.EPW , 10.EPW , 16.EPW , 20.EPW , 22.EPW Prereq: 2.EPE U (IAP, Spring) 1-0-0 units

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20.S900 Special Subject in Biological Engineering

L. Griffith, G. McKinley

20.S901 Special Subject in Biological Engineering

20.s940 special subject in biological engineering, 20.s947 special subject in biological engineering.

Prereq: Permission of instructor G (Fall, IAP, Spring, Summer) Units arranged Can be repeated for credit.

20.S948 Special Subject in Biological Engineering

20.s949 special subject in biological engineering, 20.s952 special subject in biological engineering.

Prereq: Permission of instructor G (Fall, Spring) Units arranged [P/D/F] Can be repeated for credit.

20.THG Graduate Thesis

Program of research leading to the writing of an SM or PhD thesis; to be arranged by the student and the MIT faculty advisor.

20.THU Undergraduate BE Thesis

Prereq: None U (Fall, IAP, Spring) Units arranged Can be repeated for credit.

Program of research leading to the writing of an SB thesis; to be arranged by the student under approved supervision.

20.UR Undergraduate Research Opportunities

Prereq: None U (Fall, IAP, Spring, Summer) Units arranged [P/D/F] Can be repeated for credit.

Laboratory research in the fields of bioengineering or environmental health. May be extended over multiple terms.

20.URG Undergraduate Research Opportunities

Prereq: None U (Fall, IAP, Spring, Summer) Units arranged Can be repeated for credit.

Emphasizes direct and active involvement in laboratory research in bioengineering or environmental health. May be extended over multiple terms.

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Baltimore , MD

• # 14 in Best Engineering Schools

$60,480 per year (full-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

2,604 ENROLLMENT (FULL-TIME)

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$60,480 per year (full-time)

Stanford , CA

• # 3 in Biomedical Engineering / Bioengineering
• # 2 in Best Engineering Schools

$66,297 per year (full-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

3,469 ENROLLMENT (FULL-TIME)

The application fee is $125 for U.S. residents and $125 for international students. Its tuition is full-time: $66,29... Read More »

$66,297 per year (full-time)

Berkeley , CA

• # 4 in Biomedical Engineering / Bioengineering
• # 3 in Best Engineering Schools

$11,700 per year (in-state, full-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

$26,802 per year (out-of-state, full-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

2,673 ENROLLMENT (FULL-TIME)

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$11,700 per year (in-state, full-time)

$26,802 per year (out-of-state, full-time)

Durham , NC

• # 5 in Biomedical Engineering / Bioengineering  (tie)
• # 22 in Best Engineering Schools

$60,220 per year (full-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

$3,495 per year (part-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

2,018 ENROLLMENT (FULL-TIME)

The application fee is $95 for U.S. residents and $95 for international students. Its tuition is full-time: $60,220 per... Read More »

$60,220 per year (full-time)

$3,495 per year (part-time)

Cambridge , MA

• # 1 in Best Engineering Schools

$57,590 per year (full-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

3,222 ENROLLMENT (FULL-TIME)

The application fee is $75 for U.S. residents and $75 for international students. Its tuition is full-time: $57,590 per... Read More »

$57,590 per year (full-time)

La Jolla , CA

• # 12 in Best Engineering Schools

3,565 ENROLLMENT (FULL-TIME)

Philadelphia , PA

• # 8 in Biomedical Engineering / Bioengineering
• # 19 in Best Engineering Schools  (tie)

$45,252 per year (full-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

2,815 ENROLLMENT (FULL-TIME)

The application fee is $90 for U.S. residents and $90 for international students. Its tuition is full-time: $45,252 per... Read More »

$45,252 per year (full-time)

Ann Arbor , MI

• # 9 in Biomedical Engineering / Bioengineering
• # 7 in Best Engineering Schools  (tie)

$29,466 per year (in-state, full-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

$55,276 per year (out-of-state, full-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

3,800 ENROLLMENT (FULL-TIME)

The College of Engineering at University of Michigan--Ann Arbor has a rolling application deadline. The application fee... Read More »

$29,466 per year (in-state, full-time)

$55,276 per year (out-of-state, full-time)

Boston University

Boston , MA

• # 10 in Biomedical Engineering / Bioengineering  (tie)
• # 34 in Best Engineering Schools  (tie)

$61,050 per year (full-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

$1,908 per credit (part-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

1,230 ENROLLMENT (FULL-TIME)

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$61,050 per year (full-time)

$1,908 per credit (part-time)

California Institute of Technology

Pasadena , CA

548 ENROLLMENT (FULL-TIME)

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Columbia University (Fu Foundation)

New York , NY

• # 17 in Best Engineering Schools  (tie)

$2,362 per credit (full-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

$2,362 per credit (part-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

2,921 ENROLLMENT (FULL-TIME)

The application fee is $85 for U.S. residents and $85 for international students. Its tuition is full-time: $2,362 per... Read More »

$2,362 per credit (full-time)

$2,362 per credit (part-time)

Rice University (Brown)

Houston , TX

• # 30 in Best Engineering Schools  (tie)

$54,100 per year (full-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

$3,006 per credit (part-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

1,273 ENROLLMENT (FULL-TIME)

The application fee is $85 for U.S. residents and $85 for international students. Its tuition is full-time: $54,100 per... Read More »

$54,100 per year (full-time)

$3,006 per credit (part-time)

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Arizona State University (Fulton)

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• # 41 in Best Engineering Schools

$12,014 per year (in-state, full-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

$32,656 per year (out-of-state, full-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

4,464 ENROLLMENT (FULL-TIME)

The application fee is $70 for U.S. residents and $115 for international students. Its tuition is full-time: $12,01... Read More »

$12,014 per year (in-state, full-time)

$32,656 per year (out-of-state, full-time)

Binghamton University--SUNY (Watson)

Binghamton , NY

• # 112 in Best Engineering Schools  (tie)

$11,310 per year (in-state, full-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

$23,100 per year (out-of-state, full-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

1,095 ENROLLMENT (FULL-TIME)

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$11,310 per year (in-state, full-time)

$23,100 per year (out-of-state, full-time)

Boise State University

• # 132 in Best Engineering Schools  (tie)

$10,068 per year (in-state, full-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

$27,405 per year (out-of-state, full-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

181 ENROLLMENT (FULL-TIME)

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$10,068 per year (in-state, full-time)

$27,405 per year (out-of-state, full-time)

Brown University

Providence , RI

• # 63 in Best Engineering Schools  (tie)

$9,132 per credit (full-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

$9,132 per credit (part-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

636 ENROLLMENT (FULL-TIME)

The School of Engineering at Brown University has a rolling application deadline. The application fee is $75 for U.S... Read More »

$9,132 per credit (full-time)

$9,132 per credit (part-time)

Carnegie Mellon University (Carnegie)

Pittsburgh , PA

• # 5 in Best Engineering Schools  (tie)

$52,100 per year (full-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

$2,172 per credit (part-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

4,843 ENROLLMENT (FULL-TIME)

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$52,100 per year (full-time)

$2,172 per credit (part-time)

Case Western Reserve University (Case)

Cleveland , OH

• # 53 in Best Engineering Schools  (tie)

$50,838 per year (full-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

$2,119 per credit (part-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

659 ENROLLMENT (FULL-TIME)

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$50,838 per year (full-time)

$2,119 per credit (part-time)

Clemson University

Clemson , SC

• # 77 in Best Engineering Schools  (tie)

$10,858 per year (in-state, full-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

$22,566 per year (out-of-state, full-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

1,339 ENROLLMENT (FULL-TIME)

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$22,566 per year (out-of-state, full-time)

Cleveland State University (Washkewicz)

• # 183-202 in Best Engineering Schools

$590 per credit (in-state, full-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

$1,011 per credit (out-of-state, full-time) TUITION AND FEES (MASTER'S)

960 ENROLLMENT (FULL-TIME)

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$590 per credit (in-state, full-time)

$1,011 per credit (out-of-state, full-time)

Located in the heart of Boston, directly adjacent to the world renowned Longwood Medical Area, Northeastern provides an excellent opportunity for students to combine engineering, medicine and biology.

Beginning Fall 2024 students may pursue the Bioengineering PhD at our Boston, Massachusetts and Portland, Maine campuses.

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Students work with one of more than 75 faculty affiliated with the program toward a degree tailored to suit their interests or take advantage of one of our eight “strength” tracks.

Our interdisciplinary PhD program in Bioengineering draws on the expertise of faculty across the University and reflects the significant strengths of bioengineering research in multiple areas. Students accepted to the program will complete a rigorous core curriculum in basic bioengineering science followed by completion of an immersion track curriculum described in unique features below.

Interdisciplinary curriculum combines engineering, medicine and biology

Bachelor’s and Advanced-degree entry are possible

The PhD in Bioengineering can be combined with a Gordon Engineering Leadership certificate

Students specialize in one of 4 research areas

• Area 1— Biomedical Devices and Bioimaging: The Biomedical Devices and Bioimaging track reflects Northeastern’s outstanding research profile in developing transformative and translational instrumentation and algorithms to help understand biological processes and disease. Our department has active federally funded research spanning across a broad spectrum of relevant areas in instrument design, contrast agent development, and advanced computational modeling and reconstruction methods. Example research centers and laboratories include the Institute for Chemical Imaging of Living Systems, the Translational Biophotonics Cluster, and the B-SPIRAL signal processing group.
• Area 2—Biomechanics, Biotransport, and Mechanobiology: Motion, deformation, and flow of biological systems in response to applied loads elicit biological responses at the molecular and cellular levels that support the physiological function of tissues and organs and drive their adaptation and remodeling. To study these complex interactions, principles of solid, fluid, and transport mechanics must be combined with measures of biological function. The Biomechanics, Biotransport, and Mechanobiology track embraces this approach and leverages the strong expertise of Northeastern faculty attempting to tie applied loads to biological responses at multiple length and time scales.
• Area 3—Molecular, Cell, and Tissue Engineering: Principles for engineering living cells and tissues are essential to address many of the most significant biomedical challenges facing our society today. These application areas include engineering biomaterials to coax and enable stem cells to form functional tissue or to heal damaged tissue; designing vehicles for delivering genes and therapeutics to reach specific target cells to treat a disease; and uncovering therapeutic strategies to curb pathological cell behaviors and tissue phenotypes. At a more fundamental level, the field is at the nascent stages of understanding how cells make decisions in complex microenvironments and how cells interact with each other and their surrounding environment to organize into complex three-dimensional tissues. Advances will require multiscale experimental, computational, and theoretical approaches spanning molecular-cellular-tissue levels and integration of molecular and physical mechanisms, including the role of mechanical forces.
• Area 4—Systems, Synthetic, and Computational Bioengineering: Research groups in systems, synthetic, and computational bioengineering apply engineering principles to model and understand complex biological systems, including differentiation and development, pathogenesis and cancer, and learning and behavior. This involves designing and implementing methods for procuring quantitative and sometimes very large data sets, as well as developing theoretical models and computational tools for interpreting these data. Deciphering the workings of a biological system allows us to identify potential biomarkers and drug targets, to develop protocols for personalized medicine, and more. In addition, we use the design principles of biological systems we discover to engineer and refine new synthetic biological systems for clinical, agricultural, environmental, and energy applications.
• To develop and demonstrate rigorous knowledge in relevant areas of Bioengineering.
• To develop and demonstrate an ability to plan and perform creative and impactful Bioengineering research.
• To develop and demonstrate and ability to perform critical analysis of scientific journal articles.
• To develop and demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills.
• To prepare students for careers in Bioengineering.

Our graduates pursue careers within academia and beyond.

• Harvard Medical School
• Massachusetts General Hospital
• MIT Lincoln Laboratory
• Northeastern University
• Rockefeller University
• Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital
• Takeda Pharmaceuticals
• University of Denver
• University of Pennsylvania
• Worcester Polytechnic Institute

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A complete set of application materials includes a description of each applicant’s education journey and career goals.

• Completed online application form
• $100 application fee
• Two letters of recommendation
• Transcripts from all institutions attended
• Statement of Purpose
• TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for international applicants

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PhD Priority: December 15

International outside US: June 1

International inside US: July 1

Domestic: August 1

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The bioengineering graduate program, centered in the department of bioengineering, is preparing future bioengineering leaders in academia, industry and government. The program is one of the most innovative graduate programs in The Grainger College of Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, which is world-renowned for its teaching and research excellence.

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Admittance terms and admission deadlines vary based on home program.

Dates are for Fall 2024 and Spring 2025. 

Aerospace Engineering (M.S. & Ph.D)

• Fall: April 1
• Spring: October 1

Biomedical Engineering (Ph.D.)

• Fall: December 1

Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering (M.S. & Ph.D.)

• Fall: December 15

Civil & Environmental Engineering (M.S. & Ph.D.)

• Spring: August 1

College of Computing (fall only)

• M.S.: February 1
• Ph.D.: December 15

Electrical & Computer Engineering (M.S. & Ph.D.)

• Fall: December 16

Materials Science & Engineering (M.S. & Ph.D.)

• Spring: September 1
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• Fall: January 15

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• Fall: May 1

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Degree programs.

• Bioengineering — COC
• Bioengineering — ECE
• Bioengineering — ME
• Bioengineering — AE
• Bioengineering — BMED
• Bioengineering — CE
• Bioengineering — CHE
• Bioengineering — MSE

Areas of Research

• Biomaterials
• Biomechanics
• Medical Robotics
• Nanotechnology
• Neuroengineering
• Pharmaceuticals & Drug Delivery
• Stem Cell Engineering
• Systems Biology
• Tissue Engineering & Regenerative Medicine

Interdisciplinary Programs

Students can enroll in the Interdisciplinary Bioengineering Graduate Program by selecting a home school from the participating list below. We recommend choosing the home school most similar to your academic background. Click on the following links for more information:

• Aerospace Engineering
• Biomedical Engineering
• Civil and Environmental Engineering
• Chemical and Biomeolecular Engineering
• College of Computing
• Electrical and Computer Engineering
• Materials Science and Engineering

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General requirements are listed below, however requirements may vary based on choice of home school.

IELTS Academic Requirements

• Scores submitted to Georgia Institute of Technology, "Graduate"
• Minimum band score for Reading, Listening, and Speaking is 6.5
• Minimum band score for Writing is 5.5

TOEFL Requirements

• Institute Code: 5248
• Department Code: Not required
• Internet-based: 90, with minimum section scores of 19

GRE Requirements

• Institute Code: R5248
• Department Code: 1502
• General Test: Check with desired home school for requirements
• Minimum Score required: Check with desired home school for requirements

Application Requirements

Application requirements vary based on selected home school.

• At least 3.3 GPA for Master's and Ph.D. programs

Program Costs

• Go to " View Tuition Costs by Semester ," and select the semester you plan to start. Graduate-level programs are divided into sections: Graduate Rates–Atlanta Campus, Study Abroad, Specialty Graduate Programs, Executive Education Programs
• Find the degree and program you are interested in and click to access the program's tuition and fees by credit hour PDF.
• In the first column, determine the number of hours (or credits) you intend to take for your first semester.
• Determine if you will pay in-state or out-of-state tuition. Learn more about the difference between in-state and out-of-state . For example, if you are an in-state resident and planning to take six credits for the Master of Architecture degree, the tuition cost will be $4,518.
• The middle section of the document lists all mandatory Institute fees. To see your total tuition plus mandatory fees, refer to the last two columns of the PDF.

The Office of Graduate Education has prepared an admissions checklist to help you navigate through the admissions process.

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Clemson Bioengineering at MUSC

Message from the director.

The Clemson University - Medical University of South Carolina (CU-MUSC) program in Bioengineering is approaching its 20th anniversary in the Fall of 2023. This program was developed to advance the research, education, and scholarship of engineering in medicine and was founded as a partnership between Clemson and MUSC. It has grown out of a desire for inter-institutional collaboration to enhance bioengineering research and education focused on clinical needs and develop economic opportunities in the engineering and technologies associated with healthcare delivery.

Our mission is to be a premier program in Bioengineering in South Carolina and the South-East US with a clinical, translational and entrepreneurial educational and research focus.

The program currently has seven full-time tenured or tenure-track faculty from Clemson working and teaching on the MUSC campus, with a full complement of state-of-the-art laboratories and teaching facilities for graduate education in Bioengineering. The partnership continues to mature and flourish with 29 graduate students, one MS, six Master of Engineering, 22 Ph.D., and five postdoctoral fellows on-site in Charleston. Four faculty members are T-COHR mentors, and one is the COHR Director and T32 PI, Hai Yao. The unique opportunities for students in this program include clinical immersion, direct collaboration with clinicians and basic life sciences, and working and living in a premier healthcare and life sciences educational environment. Innovation and translational research are a particular focus of the program and the potential for healthcare economic development opportunities that may arise from the close interactions of engineers with clinicians.

The CU-MUSC Program in Bioengineering is poised for the next step in this exciting process of integrating bioengineering into medicine.

News and Events

Read about the latest advances in research and bioengineering with MUSC and Clemson University.

SC a Biomedical Research Hub

Clemson University and the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) loops in critical support from the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) at the National Institute of Health (NIH). The new project is funded by a $3.18 million 401 grant from the NIDCR. Read more about the growing strength as a biomedical research hub (page 6).

SREB Doctoral Scholars Named

LaToya McDonald, the student of Dr. Hai Yao, was selected by the Southern Regional Education Board as a 2021-2022 SREB - State Doctoral Scholar. McDonald studies human factors research toward the optimization of hospitalized patients' post-surgery ostomy care to reduce readmittance (page 9).

AI Pilot Program

Clemson - MUSC Artificial Intelligence Pilot Program focuses on the combination of our biosensor data with thermal imaging via deep learning to build automated, quantitative wound scoring. This work, the subject of a recent SC INBRE Developmental Research Program award, focuses on applying these techniques to negative pressure wound therapy (page 14).

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Bioengineering

Degree Offered: M.S.

The Master of Science in Bioengineering program prepares graduates for Ph.D. level studies or for advanced bioengineering practice in industry, consulting, or government service. The program emphasizes advanced research and education in the application of engineering principles, methods, and technologies to problems in health care. The Bio Engineering Masters students and faculty conduct research in a variety of medical and life science areas such as biosystems analysis, implantable medical devices, artificial organs, tissue engineering, biomaterials, biomechanics, biosignals and biosensors.

Additional Admission Requirements:

• Unconditional admission requires undergraduate degree from an ABET accredited Engineering program.

Contact Information

Department of Chemical, Biological, and Bioengineering

Graduate Coordinator: Yeoheung Yun Email: [email protected] Phone: 336-285-3226

Department Chair: Jianzhong Lou Email:   [email protected]   Phone: 336-334-7564

Program Website

Graduate Education in Biomedical Engineering

Jenny amos, ph.d..

University of Illinois, USA

Jenny Amos is a Teaching Professor at the Department of Bioengineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, USA. Her research interests encompass: Bioreactor Design and optimization; AFM of biological samples; Medical Education; Engineering Education.

Mia K. Markey, Ph.D.

University of Texas at Austin, USA

Mia K. Markey is a Cullen Trust for Higher Education Endowed Professorship in Engineering #1 at the Department of Computational Biomedical Engineering, at the University of Texas at Austin, USA. Her research focus is on: Biomedical Informatics; Machine learning; Biomedical image processing; Clinical decision support; Medical decision-making.

Katherine E. Reuter, Ph.D.

University of Pennsylvania, USA

Katherine E. Reuther is a Practice Associate Professor at the Department of Bioengineering and Executive Director, Penn Health-Tech at the University of Pennsylvania, USA.

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Dive into the dynamic field where science meets technology, and you'll discover a realm of endless possibilities. Our program empowers you to become a biological engineer, designing cutting-edge medical devices like artificial organs and diagnostic machines that save lives. But that's not all – you'll also master the art of maintaining the crucial computers and software that power healthcare.

As a graduate, you'll find yourself at the forefront of groundbreaking research and development, driving advancements in healthcare technology. Your expertise will extend beyond the lab, as you play a pivotal role in providing technical support and training to medical professionals who rely on these life-changing innovations. Biomedical engineering isn't just a career; it's a calling. It's an intellectually stimulating and deeply rewarding path that offers not only high earning potential but also the chance to make a profound impact on your community.

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Our program takes a comprehensive approach, blending engineering principles, biology, and healthcare technology to provide a robust educational foundation. Engage in practical learning through hands-on labs and explore the latest research opportunities, all while working closely with expert faculty. Dive into a variety of topics, including medical device design and biomechanics. The curriculum's blend of rigorous academic work and real-world applications equips graduates for successful careers in research, industry, or healthcare sectors. Focused on innovation, ethical practices, and making a positive community impact, this program is dedicated to developing the healthcare leaders and pioneers of tomorrow.

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Choosing to pursue a Master of Engineering in Biomedical Engineering opens doors to a world of possibilities within the realm of human movement and rehabilitation science. With a strong engineering foundation, you gain a versatile skill set that allows you to chart a diverse and impactful career path. If you're passionate about creating and collaborating on life-saving technologies, biomechanical engineering becomes an exciting avenue. At Southern Illinois University, you'll find a nurturing environment where your ambitions can flourish. With cutting-edge research facilities and a faculty dedicated to fostering innovation, you'll be well-equipped to embark on a journey that not only advances your career but also contributes to the development of life-changing technologies.

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University Celebrates New Alumni to Receive Advanced Degrees

The University of New Haven recognized the newest graduates to have earned master's and doctoral degrees during three ceremonies as part of its 2024 Commencement. The new alumni, who hail from around the globe, are excited to begin fulfilling careers or to continue their education.

May 16, 2024

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For Jasmine Jathan '24 M.S., serving as a research assistant for the University's Lyme Disease and Breast Cancer Research Lab was more than an opportunity to hone her research skills. It was work that was fulfilling and enabled her to conduct impactful research exploring the connection between the bacteria that cause Lyme disease and breast cancer.

Jathan represented the lab at a variety of breast cancer awareness events, from a "pink out" football game on campus to a gala for the Pink Clover Foundation , an organization founded by University benefactor Sam Sorbello, held in New Jersey.

For Jathan, being a Charger also meant being part of a community. Head of logistics and hospitality for the University's Indian Student Council , she helped host a variety of fun events, such as a Diwali celebration, for her fellow Chargers. A new graduate of the University's cellular and molecular biology graduate program , Jathan reflected on the many exciting and educational opportunities she had as a Charger.

"As an international student , I found a diverse community of students and faculty at the University that provided ample networking opportunities to build connections with my peers and professors," she said. "During the past two years, working as a lab research student and working on my thesis, I have developed resilience and discipline, which have contributed to my career path, in addition to the knowledge I gained from my classes."

Jathan was among the 3,500 students (including 2,300 who accepted master's and doctoral degrees) who accepted their degrees during the University's 2024 Commencement , comprising four ceremonies over three days. The ceremonies were held on campus, drawing more than 12,000 guests.

Nicolas Cortes Arango '24 M.S. was among those who accepted master's degrees in sport management . He, too, immersed himself in research, leveraging his fluency in Spanish as he and his faculty mentor Ceyda Mumcu, Ph.D. , examined how disciplines such as marketing, sociology, and behavioral economics intersect in the sports industry.

As an intern for CT Sports Management Group, a sports organization that runs sporting events across the state every summer, he gained experience working with a variety of sports, from pickleball to soccer. He also earned a second master's degree in soccer data analytics from a European institution while earning a license with the United States Soccer Federation. He plans to move to the Pacific Northwest to work for the Seattle Celtic soccer club.

"Choosing the University of New Haven as my graduate education institution proved to be the best choice," said Cortes Arango, who hails from Colombia. "During my time at the University, I have broadened my knowledge in the sports industry, learned data analysis skills, and, most importantly, obtained valuable coaching practical experiences that allowed me to apply my expertise in soccer and data. I also had the opportunity to meet fantastic mentors, peers, and professors, creating valuable friendships and connections."

The Commencement ceremonies included speeches from U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal, renowned Connecticut television journalist Ann Nyberg of WTNH-TV, and several students selected by a committee of University community members.

Esosa Edo-Osagie '24 MBA, addressed her fellow graduates during the Thursday afternoon ceremony for graduate students from the Pompea College of Business . She shared her own story of leaving her home country of Nigeria to pursue her degree, following in the footsteps of her cousin, who is also a Charger alum. She described finding a community at the University, despite being far away from home. She urged her fellow Chargers to make a similar leap as they begin the next chapter of their lives.

"The University of New Haven has become our comfort zone," she said. "As we graduate, we must leave this Charger community and once again face a new environment. But the amazing thing about leaving our comfort zone is that we take with us knowledge, wisdom, and the wealth of our experiences. As we stand on the brink of our future, let us carry forward the lessons of our journey."

Camryn Debose '24 M.A., who earned a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling , discussed her own journey, as well as her passions for basketball, her field, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. She spoke at the Friday morning ceremony for master's degree and doctoral candidates from the College of Arts and Sciences , the Lee College of Criminal Justice and Forensic Sciences , and the School of Health Sciences .

"Choosing the University of New Haven opened up a lot of doors for me," she said. "That included developing into a leader on the women's basketball team, becoming Northeast-10 woman of the year, and also developing into a leader off the court where I use my voice to speak on matters relating to my Black community and mental health."

For Ololade Odunsi '24 M.S., Commencement truly did represent a new beginning. Odunsi, who accepted her master's degree in cybersecurity during the Friday afternoon ceremony for master's degree candidates in the Tagliatella College of Engineering , shared that she did not have a background in information technology. She had decided to make a career change, shifting from working as a business analyst to cybersecurity. She used her own story to inspire her fellow graduates, urging them to find their purpose.

"At age 30, I have pivoted," Odunsi explained. "Despite what I thought was a disadvantage, I worked hard, overcame my fears, and became a teaching assistant and student tutor. You can find your purpose and change careers at any age with proper planning and conviction."

Many new graduates are already charged up about what they will do next, whether that means beginning a new position or a new educational journey. Jasmine Sawangsangsai '24 M.S., who accepted her master's degree in criminal justice , plans to continue her education.

"My time at the University of New Haven has assisted me in preparing for success by opening new opportunities to network," she said. "The University has a close relationship with many criminal justice professionals."

Nicole Robbins '24 M.S. earned a master's degree in speech-language pathology . She is excited to begin a new clinical fellowship in speech-language pathology (CF-SLP) with Birth to Three. She's always had a passion for early intervention work, and when she completed her internship with Birth to Three, she knew she wanted to continue to work with this young population. She can't wait to begin her career in the field of speech-language pathology.

"The support I have received from my professors and supervisors, as well as the positive feedback I've received from clients has demonstrated that the University of New Haven has prepared me for future success," she said. "My life has changed for the better, and I am very excited for the future. I'm forever grateful I was accepted into the Speech-Language Pathology program."

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Clone of CSE welcomes 25 new faculty in 2023-24

STEM experts from across the world join the University of Minnesota 

The University of Minnesota College of Science and Engineering (CSE) welcomes 25 faculty members this 2023-24 academic year—on its way to achieving its goal to hire 60 faculty in three years.

The expertise of this new group of CSE researchers and educators is broad. They range in areas such as hybrid intelligence systems, the reconstruction of past environments and climates, electric machines and magnetic levitation, reinforced concrete structures, and mathematical models to predict the electronic properties of novel materials. 

Meet our new science and engineering faculty:

Rene Boiteau is an assistant professor of chemistry.  He joins Minnesota from Oregon State University, where he held a joint faculty appointment in the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. Boiteau earned a bachelor’s in chemistry at Northwestern University, a master’s in earth sciences at University of Cambridge, and a Ph.D. in chemical oceanography at Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. Much of his work is focused on developing analytical chemical approaches, especially mass spectrometry.

Zhu-Tian Chen is an assistant professor of computer science and engineering.  He received his bachelor’s in software engineering from South China University of Technology and Ph.D. in computer science from Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Prior to Minnesota, Chen served as a postdoctoral fellow at Harvard University and postdoctoral researcher at the University of California San Diego. His recent work focuses on enhancing human-data and human-AI interactions in both AR/VR environments—with applications in sports, data journalism, education, biomedical, and architecture. 

Gregory “Greg” Handy  is an assistant professor of mathematics . He comes to Minnesota from the University of Chicago, where he was a postdoctoral scholar in the Departments of Neurobiology and Statistics. As an applied mathematician and theoretical biologist, Handy’s research strives to use biological applications as inspiration to create new mathematical techniques, and to combine these techniques with classical approaches to examine the mechanisms driving biological processes. This fall, he is teaching Math 2142: Elementary Linear Algebra.

Jessica Hoover is a professor of chemistry. She joins the University of Minnesota from West Virginia University, where she has been a faculty member since 2012. Hoover’s interest in catalysis has been the focus of her work since her undergraduate studies. She graduated with a bachelor’s from Harvey Mudd College before arriving at the University of Washington to pursue her Ph.D. She was a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Wisconsin, Madison.

Harman Kaur  is an assistant professor of computer science and engineering—and a University of Minnesota alumna  (2016 bachelor’s in computer science). Her research areas are human-centered artificial intelligence, explainability and interpretability, and hybrid intelligence systems. She is affiliated with the GroupLens Research Lab, a group of faculty and students in her department that’s focused on human computing interaction. Prior to Minnesota, Kaur served as a graduate researcher in the interactive Systems Lab and comp.social Lab at the University of Michigan, where she received both her master’s and Ph.D. 

Yulong Lu is an assistant professor of mathematics.  He joins the faculty from University of Massachusetts, Amherst. Lu received his Ph.D. in mathematics and statistics at the University of Warwick. His research lies at the intersection of applied and computational mathematics, statistics, and data sciences. His recent work is focused on the mathematical aspects of deep learning. This fall, Lu is teaching Math 2573H: Honors Calculus III to undergraduates and Math 8600: Topics in Applied Mathematics, Theory of Deep Learning to graduate students.

Ben Margalit is an assistant professor of physics and astronomy.  As a theoretical astrophysicist, he studies the fundamental physics of star explosions, collisions and other examples of intergalactic violence such as a black hole passing near a galaxy and “shredding it to spaghetti.” As part of his job, Margalit works closely with observational astronomers in selecting the kinds of places to look for transient events. He holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, and a Ph.D. from Columbia University. 

Maru Sarazola is an assistant professor of mathematics. She joins Minnesota from Johns Hopkins University, where she was a J.J. Sylvester Assistant Professor. Sarazola received her Ph.D. from Cornell University. Her research is focused on algebraic topology—specifically, her interest lies in homotopy theory (a field that studies and classifies objects up to different notions of "sameness") and category theory (“the math of math,” which looks to abstract all structures to study their behavior). This fall, she is teaching Math 5285H: Honors Algebra I. 

Eric Severson is an associate professor of mechanical engineering—and University of Minnesota alumnus  (2008 bachelor’s and 2015 Ph.D. in electrical engineering). He returns to his alma mater after being on the University of Wisconsin-Madison faculty for six years. Severson leads research in electric machines and magnetic levitation, with a renewed focus in addressing grand challenges in energy and sustainability through multidisciplinary collaborations. His interests include extreme efficiency, bearingless machines, flywheel energy storage, and electric power grid technology.

Kelsey Stoerzinger is an associate professor of chemical engineering and materials science. She was on the faculty at Oregon State University, with a joint appointment in the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. She studies the electrochemical transformation of molecules into fuels, chemical feedstocks, and recovered resources. Her research lab designs materials and processes for the storage of renewable electricity. Stoerzinger holds a bachelor’s from Northwestern University, master’s from University of Cambridge, and Ph.D. from MIT.

Lynn Walker is a professor—and the L.E. Scriven Chair in the Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science.  Previously, she was on the faculty at Carnegie Mellon University. Her research focuses on developing the tools and fundamental understanding necessary to efficiently process soft materials and complex fluids. This expertise is being used to develop systematic approaches to incorporate sustainable feedstocks in consumer products. Walker holds a bachelor’s from the University of New Hampshire and Ph.D. from the University of Delaware. She was a postdoctoral researcher at Katholieke Universiteit Leuven in Belgium.

Alexander “Alex” Watson  is an assistant professor of mathematics—and former University of Minnesota postdoctoral researcher  in the School of Mathematics. Watson earned his Ph.D. at Columbia University. He works on mathematical models used to predict the electronic properties of materials, especially novel 2D materials such as graphene and twisted multilayer “moiré materials.” In summer 2022 and 2023, he presented at the U’s MathCEP Talented Youth Mathematics Program on topics related to materials research at the University of Minnesota. 

Anna Weigandt is an assistant professor of mathematics. She comes to Minnesota from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where she was an instructor. Weigandt completed her Ph.D. at the University of Illinois, and she was a postdoctoral assistant professor in the Center for Inquiry Based Learning at University of Michigan. She works in algebraic combinatorics, specifically Schubert calculus. This fall 2023, she is teaching Math 5705: Enumerative Combinatorics.

Michael Wilking is a professor of physics—and University of Minnesota alumnus (2001 bachelor’s in chemical engineering). He holds a master’s and Ph.D. from the University of Colorado. Prior to his return to the Twin Cities campus, Wilking served on the faculty at Stony Brook University. He completed his post-doc at TRIUMF, Canada's national particle accelerator center. Wilking was part of the Stony Brook research team honored with the 2016 Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics.

Benjamin "Ben" Worsfold is an assistant professor of civil engineering —and a licensed professional engineer in both California and Costa Rica. His research interest lies in large-scale structural testing, finite element analysis of reinforced concrete structures, and anchoring to concrete. Worsfold earned his master’s and Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley, and bachelor’s from the University of Costa Rica.     

Yogatheesan Varatharajah is an assistant professor of computer science and engineering —and a visiting scientist in neurology at the Mayo Clinic. His research lies broadly in machine learning for health. Varatharajah earned his master’s and Ph.D. from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Prior to Minnesota, he was a research assistant professor of bioengineering at the University of Illinois and faculty affiliate for the Center for Artificial Intelligence Innovation with the National Center for Supercomputing Applications.

Starting in January 2024:

Emily Beverly is an incoming assistant professor of earth sciences. Prior to joining the University of Minnesota, she was on the faculty at University of Houston. She earned a bachelor’s from Trinity University, a master’s from Rutgers University, and a Ph.D. from Baylor University. Beverly was a postdoctoral researcher at Georgia State University and University of Michigan. Her research focuses on understanding environmental drivers of human and hominin evolution. Beverly uses stable isotopes and geochemistry to answer questions about past and future climates with a firm foundation in sedimentary geology and earth surface processes.

Alexander “Alex” Grenning is an assistant professor of chemistry.  He comes to Minnesota from the University of Florida, where he was a tenured faculty. Grenning earned a bachelor’s in chemistry and music from Lake Forest College, and a Ph.D. in organic chemistry from the University of Kansas. He was a postdoctoral researcher at Boston University. His work is focused on chemical synthesis and drug discovery.  

Yu Cao is an incoming professor of electrical and computer engineering. Prior to Minnesota, Cao was a professor at Arizona State University. He holds a bachelor’s in physics from Peking University and a master’s in biophysics plus a Ph.D. in electrical engineering and computer sciences from the University of California-Berkeley. His research includes neural-inspired computing, hardware design for on-chip learning, and reliable integration of nanoelectronics. Cao served as associate editor of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers’s monthly  Transactions on CAD .

Edgar Peña is an incoming assistant professor of biomedical engineering—and a University of Minnesota alumnus (2017 Ph.D. in biomedical engineering). He is a neuromodulation scholar who is interested in vagus nerve stimulation. Peña earned his bachelor’s degrees in electrical engineering and biomedical engineering from the University of California, Irvine. During his doctoral studies at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, he used computational models to optimize deep brain stimulation.

Seongjin Choi is an incoming assistant professor of civil engineering.  He received his bachelor’s, master’s, and Ph.D. from the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology. He was a postdoctoral researcher at McGill University. His work involves using data analytics to draw valuable insights from urban mobility data and applying cutting-edge AI technologies in the field of transportation.  

Pedram Mortazavi is an incoming assistant professor of civil engineering— and a licensed structural engineer in Canada .  His interests lie in structural resilience, steel structures, large-scale testing, development of damping and isolation systems, advanced simulation methods, and hybrid simulation. Mortazavi holds a bachelor’s from the University of Science and Culture in Iran, a master’s from Carleton University in Ottawa, and Ph.D. from the University of Toronto. 

Gang Qiu is an incoming assistant professor of electrical and computer engineering. He received his bachelor’s degree from Peking University in microelectronics and his Ph.D. in electrical and computer engineering from Purdue University. (He is currently a postdoctoral researcher at the University of California, Los Angeles.) Qiu’s research focuses on novel low-dimensional materials for advanced electronics and quantum applications. His current interest includes employing topological materials for topological quantum computing. 

Qianwen Wang is an incoming assistant professor of computer science and engineering. She received her bachelor’s from Xi’an Jiao Tong University and her Ph.D. from Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Prior to Minnesota, Wang served as a post-doctoral researcher at Harvard University in the Department of Biomedical Informatics. As a visualization researcher, she created interactive visualization tools that enable humans to better interpret AI and generate insights from their data.

Katie (Yang) Zhao is an incoming assistant professor of electrical and computer engineering. Her research interest resides in the intersection between Domain-Specific Acceleration Chip and Computer Architecture. In particular, her work centers around enabling AI-powered intelligent functionalities on resource-constrained edge devices. Zhao received her bachelor’s and master’s from Fudan University, China, and Ph.D. from Rice University. (She is currently a postdoctoral researcher at Georgia Institute of Technology.)

Learn more about our goal to hire 60 new faculty in three years at the CSE recruiting website .

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Meet the Outstanding Faculty Award Recipients of 2024

• by Jessica Heath and Matt Marcure
• May 20, 2024

Recognizing excellence in research and teaching, the College of Engineering celebrates its faculty members with outstanding faculty awards yearly. Departments nominate faculty members who are selected to receive the honors by the college's Faculty Awards Committee.    

Four faculty members will receive outstanding faculty awards at the College of Engineering Awards Celebration on June 3.    

Outstanding Faculty Teaching Award   

Angelique louie , biomedical engineering   .

Angelique Louie's passion for education has left an indelible mark on the Department of Biomedical Engineering.   

It is because of her pioneering work that the department's undergraduate senior design series focuses on training through translational design, offering students the opportunity to solve real-world problems from institutions like the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. Louie has also created several keystone courses for the undergraduate program and has developed classes meant to foster student success, such as one for freshmen and sophomores interested in undergraduate research.   

Her dedication to teaching has led to several leadership positions. Louie served as the faculty director of the Undergraduate Research Center from 2013–16 and provided critical support for the university, receiving high-profile awards like the Beckman Scholars Program from the Arnold and Mabel Beckman Foundation. It was also due to her spearheading efforts that the Department of Biomedical Engineering received the first ABET accreditation for its undergraduate program, which ensures graduates have the requisite skills to enter the global workforce.   

Louie joined UC Davis in 2002. She received her bachelor's in electrical engineering from UC Davis and holds a master's in electrical engineering from UCLA and a Ph.D. in cell biology from UC Irvine.    

Outstanding Junior Faculty Award   

Scott j. mccormack , materials science and engineering   .

An expert in high-temperature ceramics, Scott McCormack joined the college in 2019, where he applies his skills in materials synthesis, crystallography and calorimetry for the discovery of new materials that can withstand the harshest conditions, like ultra-high temperatures, for applications in hypersonic platforms, space exploration and nuclear fission and fusion reactors.   

To experiment on materials at temperatures up to 4,000 degrees Celsius, McCormack designed an environmental conical nozzle levitator with dual-wavelength lasers to study ultra-high temperature materials and ceramics in a controlled, container-free environment.    

McCormack is currently involved in two projects funded by the Air Force Office of Scientific Research. He is the lead PI on a congressionally funded program that focuses on using ultra-high-temperature ceramics for hypersonic platform manufacturing. He also serves as co-PI on a project supported through the office's Multi-University Research Initiative, which focuses on investigating compositionally complex ceramics for hypersonic platforms.   

McCormack earned his bachelor's degree in materials engineering from the University of Wollongong in Australia and his Ph.D. in materials science and engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He received an NSF CAREER Award in 2021 and an Excellence in Teaching Award from the UC Davis College of Engineering in 2023.    

Outstanding Mid-Career Faculty Award  

Vladimir filkov , computer science   .

Vladimir Filkov turns working with data into an art form by seeing what is possible within the details. A consummate data scientist, Filkov has been applying data science, AI and machine learning methods to several areas including software engineering, life sciences and, most recently, medicine.   

Since arriving at UC Davis in 2002, his contributions have been recognized many times over, including five Distinguished Paper Awards and two Test of Time Awards from the Association for Computing Machinery, or ACM, International Conference on the Foundations of Software Engineering. The latter honors were for his formative papers on the community structure within open-source software projects and the potential impact of biased datasets on the performance of prediction techniques of bug-detection software.   

As the director of translational data science for the UC Davis DataLab, Filkov oversees projects and programs that build data science bridges with UC Davis Health. In one such project with UC Davis doctors, he and his team developed and deployed a model of patient admissions during the pandemic, used daily by nurses and doctors to anticipate resource needs.  

Filkov received his M.S. and Ph.D. in computer science at Stony Brook University. He was named an ACM Distinguished Member in 2020.  

Outstanding Senior Faculty Award   

Chen-nee chuah , electrical and computer engineering   .

A global leader in communication networks and data science, Chen-Nee Chuah has published over 240 refereed papers on networking, cybersecurity and machine learning. Her significant contributions include the development of Multiple-Input-Multiple-Output wireless systems (resulting in Wi-Fi networks dozens of times faster than previous models) and large-scale internet measurement techniques. Recently, Chuah has focused on leveraging smart devices and edge intelligence to improve on- and off-site medical care.   

Chuah has led or co-led 19 NSF, NIH and DoD funded projects, including a recent NSF TRIPOD award that has helped establish UC Davis as a data science hub, as well as grants through the UC Noyce Initiative to advance cybersecurity and computational health. She has also received the UC Davis ADVANCE award for her commitment to increasing opportunities for women in engineering and computer science and recently became a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.   

Before joining UC Davis in 2002, Chuah earned her Ph.D. and master's from the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences at UC Berkeley. She is the first woman to hold the title of Child Family Endowed Professorship in Engineering, a distinction she received for her nationally recognized scholarship.    

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