Biomedical engineers specialize in understanding living systems and predicting the body’s interactions with external materials or devices—minimizing the risk of adverse effects. These professionals draw upon numerous engineering disciplines to solve complex problems on the front lines of biology, medicine, and research and development:
- Designing prostheses or artificial organs
- Engineering cells to regenerate diseased or injured tissue
- Developing new materials, such as stents, for implantation in the body
- Conducting clinical trials of new medical devices
- Combating disease with research
- Building customized devices for unique health care or research needs
- Collaborating with researchers and other health care professionals on medical solutions
- Designing ergonomic equipment and workplaces