Extraordinary People
Our faculty and researchers are internationally recognized, award-winning contributors to the biomedical field. Their achievements have been honored by the National Academy of Engineering, National Academy of Medicine, National Academy of Inventors and many other prestigious organizations. They routinely receive funding and further discovery in areas such as cancer treatment, drug delivery, computational modeling, immunology, imaging and instrumentation technologies and fundamental science.
Texas BME students are passionate, driven and delight in exploring what's possible in the field of biomedical engineering and beyond.
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World Class Opportunities
At the undergraduate level, our student population participates in research and robust study abroad programs. At the graduate level, students lead research in some of the world’s premier labs, with numerous opportunities to develop through industry interactions, conferences and seminars.
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Facilities and Partnerships
Our state-of-the-art facilities provide students with the latest in lab equipment and technology ideal for hands-on learning, both in the Biomedical Engineering Building, which opened in 2008, and other Cockrell School of Engineering facilities, including our own engineering makerspace, Texas Inventionworks. Beyond the Cockrell School, students also have opportunities to partner with faculty and physicians at the Dell Medical School and across The University of Texas at Austin.
Students and researchers have access to powerful computing facilities, including UT Austin’s Texas Advanced Computing Center, home to one of the most powerful supercomputers in the U.S.
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Life in Austin
Ranked on numerous best-city lists, Austin isn't just one of the best places to live in the U.S., it's a major tech industry hub, fostering innovation and creativity. The vibrant capital city of Texas offers year-round sunny weather and plenty of culture, community, live music and outdoor recreation. Life in Austin offers opportunities and fun for all of the UT Austin community, both inside and outside of the lab.
