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Biomedical Engineering
100%
Of Ph.D. students are fully funded
2,000+
Texas Biomedical Engineering alumni around the world
81%
Of undergraduate students participate in research
Research Focus
Developing sustainable diagnostic solutions to address global health disparities.
Research Interests
The Panpradist lab (Panda Lab) is committed to advancing accessibility and sustainability in diagnostic technologies, delivering actionable health information even in resource-limited settings – from rural clinics in Texas or bedside care environments. By employing a value-centered engineering design approach, the lab fosters interdisciplinary collaborations with key stakeholders, including with local medical centers, the Dell Medical School, industrial partners and international health ministries. To promote equitable research, the lab seeks to transform the typical trajectory of medical technology development and implementation by engaging with historically marginalized communities and researchers.
Technical areas and applications: The lab integrates molecular tools such as isothermal molecular techniques and advanced synthetic biology innovations, including DNA logic circuits and engineered phages, with low-cost hardware and open-access software to create novel diagnostic solutions. Current applications include developing sensitive detection methods for drug resistance in pathogens like HIV and TB as well as new class of biosensors for detecting bacterial sepsis. Beyond human health, the Panpradist lab aims to address the boarder intersections of health and safety. This includes tackling challenges in food and water safety through integrated point-of-care technology platforms.
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The project, supported by a $2.6 million grant from the National Institutes of Health, is set to make reconstruction more suitable for patients whose reconstructive goals are more complex than reproducing their preoperative appearance, promoting psychosocial adjustment to cancer survivorship and reducing time in care.
Assistant Professor Huiliang (Evan) Wang received the Biomedical Engineering Teaching Award at the 2024 American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) conference.
Elizabeth Cosgriff-Hernandez, professor in The University of Texas at Austin's Department of Biomedical Engineering, is one of the newest fellows of the Tissue Engineering and Regenerative International Society (TERMIS).
Tom Yankeelov, professor of biomedical engineering and core faculty member at the Oden Institute for Computational Engineering and Sciences, received the 2024 Friar Centennial Teaching Fellowship.
Six students in the UT Austin Department of Biomedical Engineering are among dozens of others pedaling to Anchorage on a mission to raise awareness and money for the fight against cancer.
Upcoming Events
Thursday, February 06
3:30PM - 4:30PM
Thursday, February 13
Patient-specific Modeling of Blood Flow in Arteries: From the Academy to the Clinic
3:30PM - 4:30PM
News
The Evolving Landscape of Non-Invasive EEG Brain-Computer Interfaces
Non-invasive brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) are at the forefront of neurotechnology, enabling a direct link between the brain and external devices. BCIs hold great potential for clinical and consumer applications
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Printed E-Tattoos: A Breakthrough in Brainwave Monitoring
The e-tattoos serve as the sensors for electroencephalography (EEG), a medical test that measures the brain's electrical activity. EEG can help diagnose and monitor brain tumors, sleep disorders and other neurological disorders.
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Department Founding Member Christine Schmidt Elected to National Academy of Medicine
A trailblazer who helped pave the way to a degree in biomedical engineering at The University of Texas at Austin was recently honored with an election to the National Academy of Medicine (NAM).
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Biomaterials
A wide range of fundamental Biomaterials approaches is actively explored for regenerative and...
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Biosensors and Instrumentation
The development of advanced biosensors and Instrumentation is a focal point for several of our...
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Cell and Tissue Engineering
The University of Texas at Austin Department of Biomedical Engineering is a hub of pioneering...
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Computational Biomedical Engineering
Computational Biomedical Engineering harnesses the world-class computational facilities at UT...
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Drug Discovery and Delivery
Integrating engineering principles with biomedicine, our faculty specialize in developing...
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Imaging and Image-Guided Interventions
The field of biomedical imaging employs physics, mathematics, computational science, and...
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Multiscale Biophysics and Biomechanics
While helping patients is the ultimate goal of biomedical engineering, faculty in our department...
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Neuroengineering
Neuroengineering is a growing area that develops methods to improve neurological health and...
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