Welcome to the Fischell Department of Bioengineering at the University of Maryland!
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 »
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Did you miss the 2nd Annual Fischell Festival? Distinguished speakers, a cancer treatment procedure streamcast live from the UM School of Medicine, and the dedication of the new bioengineering wing were highlights of this year's celebration. More » |
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Spotlight on Graduate StudentsGraduate 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 » |
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Spotlight on Bioengineering ResearchVisualizing 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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Spotlight on FacultyFaculty Profile: Professor Art Johnson Get to know Dr. Johnson, head of the Human Performance Laboratory . More » |
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Employment and Research Opportunities! |
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