{"id":31,"date":"2025-03-18T14:09:44","date_gmt":"2025-03-18T18:09:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tickle.utk.edu\/bme\/?page_id=31"},"modified":"2025-07-14T17:58:45","modified_gmt":"2025-07-14T21:58:45","slug":"what-is-biomedical-engineering","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/tickle.utk.edu\/bme\/about\/what-is-biomedical-engineering\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Biomedical Engineering"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Biomedical Engineering<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Biomedical engineering is an interdisciplinary field that applies principles of engineering and design to medicine and biology. Our students apply engineering principles to develop technologies that improve healthcare outcomes. This includes designing medical devices, developing biomaterials, creating diagnostic tools, and more. The curriculum combines rigorous engineering coursework with studies in biology, chemistry, and physiology, preparing students to tackle complex challenges in the healthcare industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Biomedical Engineering<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Studying biomedical engineering at UT means gaining access to top-tier faculty, hands-on lab and research experiences, and close collaboration with leading institutions like Oak Ridge National Laboratory<\/a> and UT Medical Center<\/a>. Our students benefit from cutting-edge research in areas like biomechanics, medical imaging, and regenerative medicine\u2014plus opportunities to work on real healthcare challenges through senior design projects and industry partnerships. It\u2019s the perfect place to launch a career at the intersection of engineering and human health.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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