The objectives of the REU program are:
  1. to provide undergraduate students with a unique opportunity to explore innovation in medical devices in a multidisciplinary environment at the interface of laboratory innovations and real-world applications and 
  2. to inspire students to pursue advanced education, research, and careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). 
This program also aims to educate students in equity, diversity and inclusion by active participation in Inclusive Innovation of Medical Devices, Bystander Training and Racism in Science workshops. 

Intellectual Focus

This summer program will enhance the ability of students to undertake interdisciplinary research through cutting-edge projects that focus on innovative engineering of medical devices from a biomedical engineering perspective, that is a comprehensive understanding of engineering methods, clinical requirements and physiological environments. 
Biomedical engineering continues to grow as an educational, research and career discipline with medical devices at the core. The medical devices theme is readily accessible to undergraduates, as it involves all STEM disciplines. It is also very attractive for students because of its inherent building nature and implicit societal relevance. 
The intellectual focus of the summer program encompasses the following tenets:
  • Learning scientific concepts and phenomena at the interface of engineering, biology, and medicine.
  • Innovating engineering approaches to lay the foundation for developing new technologies for medical diagnostics and treatments.
  • Exploring transformative novel engineering applications to solve relevant medical problems that serve humanity in the long term.
  • Applying engineering principles to problems in medicine and human biology while advancing engineering knowledge.

How to Apply

Apply by February 14, 2025 and be sure to fulfill all application requirements.