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Welcome to the Fischell Department of Bioengineering at the University of Maryland!

The Fischell Department of Bioengineering is an engineering and scientific academic organization dedicated to utilizing engineering and scientific knowledge and methods to assist the citizens of Maryland and the nation in developing biologically based knowledge and products to promote human and animal health, and improve the quality of life while maintaining a healthy environment.

We aspire to be one of the very best—providing an outstanding educational experience for students while having a significant and direct impact on human lives. Message from the Chair »

 

Southern Biomedical Engineering Conference 2010

The Fischell Department of Bioengineering is hosting the 2010 Southern Biomedical Engineering Conference! Learn More »

Wanted: Faculty!

The Fischell Department of Bioengineering is seeking a highly talented individual in the field of bioengineering for a tenure-track or tenured faculty position (assistant, associate or full professor). More »

We are now ABET Accredited!

ABET LogoThe Fischell Department of Engineering is pleased to announce that its undergraduate Bachelor of Science program has been accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET), retroactive to October 2007.

 

Do You Love Bioengineering?

 

SOBE T-shirt

Proclaim your love of bioengineering with a T-shirt from SoBE, the undergraduate Society of Biological Engineers. Shirts are $15 each and are available in black and yellow. To order, contact Jessica Tsaoi at jtsaoi@umd.edu.

 

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BioE Laboratories and Recent Dissertations

Learn more about our core laboratories, facilities, and current and recent research.

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SoBE: The Society of Biological Engineers for undergraduate BIOE students

SoBE is the student branch representing two professional societies: the ASABE (American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers) and the BMES (Biomedical Engineering Society). To learn more, visit SoBE's web site!

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Chris Byrd

Spotlight on Graduate Students

Graduate Student Profile: Chris Byrd

Get to know Chris, who is developing advanced, microscopic sensors that could be used to detect toxins in the air. More »

   
3D model of aneurysm

Spotlight on Bioengineering Research

Visualizing Surgery for Safety and Results

Professor Elias Balaras (graduate program; home department: mechanical engineering) is using 3D modeling and simulations to determine blood flow through aneurysms before a single cut is made.

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Joonil Seog

Spotlight on Faculty

Faculty Profile: Assistant Professor Joonil Seog

Get to know Dr. Seog. More »

   

Employment and Research Opportunities!

Visit our employment page for opportunities »

   

 

   

The Bioengineering Seminar Series: You're invited!

Join us for the Bioengineering Seminar Series, which brings bioengineering experts from around the country to campus to discuss their recent findings. Dates are being added throughout the Fall and Spring semesters. Learn More »

Department News

Dandin Authors "A Letter from Haiti" More»

Bentley Group Research Featured in Nature Nanotechnology More»

Alumna Wins NSF-CAREER Award More»

Stroka Wins NIH Grant for Cardiovascular Research More»

UM Rises Again Among Best Values More»


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Upcoming Events

February 9, 2010 10:00 a.m.
Free, Open Entrepreneur Office Hours for Entrepreneurs More»

February 9, 2010 10:00 a.m.
Entrepreneur Office Hours More»

February 9, 2010 10:00 a.m.
Campus Forum: Catalyzing UM’s Health Information Technology Capacity More»


 

 
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