Biomaterial matrices engineered to direct stem cells into growing intestinal organoids. (Image courtesy of the Anseth Group.)
This degree seeks to leverage the measurement, theory and manipulation of biomolecules and biological systems for addressing the next challenges in our world. Recent advancements in imaging, data processing and synthesis have enabled access to biological information previously limited to the imagination. Thus, modern biology serves as the foundation of this program for the development of new models, processes and technologies to advance human needs.
Students who enroll in this program will learn how biological components interact on many size scales, how to understand the interplay of different interactions and networks and how to form concrete models from complex data. Key discoveries are applied to the creation of complex synthetic architectures for mimicking cell-tissue interactions, programming metabolic and synthetic pathways to drive cell-mediated chemical production of fuels and chemicals, and developing smart, shape-shifting materials.
Core Courses
We also have numerous electives in various areas of molecular and cell biology, biochemistry, physics, computer science, chemical engineering, etc. Examples include: Biological Interactions of Biomaterials, Advanced Statistical Analysis, Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, Engineering of Biochemicals, Biophysics of Cells and Tissues and others.
Research
Our faculty offers expertise and specialization in a number of exciting biological engineering fields:
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Applications
We encourage applicants from all engineering disciplines, as well as from physics, mathematics, computer science, molecular and cell biology, biochemistry and chemistry majors. Additionally, unlike many bio-related engineering programs, there is no entrance interview required and we will waive the application fee for outstanding domestic and international applicants. Learn more about the ChBE graduate program and apply here.