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UT Austin Department of Biomedical Engineering professor Michael Sacks speaks at the 2024 CMBE Conference.

Michael Sacks Gives Plenary Lecture at 2024 CMBE Conference

July 15, 2024

Michael Sacks, professor in The University of Texas at Austin’s Department of Biomedical Engineering, gave the plenary lecture at the 2024 International Conference on Computational & Mathematical Biomedical Engineering (CMBE).

A computational model of the Left Val

Machine Learning Reveals How Heart Attacks Change Your Heart

June 28, 2024

Researchers from The University of Texas at Austin's Oden Institute for Computational Engineering and Sciences shed new light on heart health by focusing on the complexities of the mitral valve and heart valve function as well as high speed computational models of heart function. 

Six Biomedical Engineering Students Raise Cancer Awareness From Austin to Anchorage

June 25, 2024

 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.

UT Austin Department of Biomedical Engineering graduate student works in a lab.

UT Austin Biomedical Engineering Graduate Program Among Top 20 in U.S.

June 18, 2024

The University of Texas at Austin Department of Biomedical Engineering's graduate program ranked No. 17 in U.S. News & World Report’s 2024-2025 graduate engineering program rankings, released on Tuesday.

Professor Janet Zoldan in a lab coat atop an image of the UT Austin Department of Biomedical Engineering and the UT Austin Tower.

Janet Zoldan Named Editor In Chief of npj Biomedical Innovations

June 11, 2024

UT Austin Department of Biomedical Engineering professor Janet Zoldan was recently appointed as the editor in chief of the new npj Biomedical Innovations journal—part of the Nature portfolio. The journal is the most recent addition to the npj journal series, which are community-focused, open-access journals across the physical, life, environmental and clinical sciences within Nature.

Nicholas Peppas holds his award at the Chinese Association for Biomaterials while standing in front of a large screen displaying 2024 Global Biomaterials Leadership Award.

Nicholas Peppas Receives 2024 Global Biomaterials Leadership Award

June 04, 2024

The Chinese Association for Biomaterials recognized professor Nicholas Peppas of the University of Texas at Austin’s Cockrell School of Engineering with the 2024 Global Biomaterials Leadership Award.

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Read Now: 2024 Edition of Pulse Magazine

May 21, 2024

Embark on the journey of a Ph.D. candidate pioneering advancements in health care applications of Artificial Intelligence, peer into the realm of imaging & informatics--uncovering the latest insights and breakthroughs, and delve into the vibrant tapestry of student-led initiatives that foster friendships and create communities within biomedical engineering.

Gracie Vargas and Rebecca Richards-Kortum hold their awards while standing in the UT Club at DKR Stadium.

Academy of Distinguished Biomedical Engineers Recognizes Trailblazers

May 13, 2024

The UT Austin Department of Biomedical Engineering held its second-ever Academy of Distinguished Biomedical Engineers in early May. The historic occasion recognized Cockrell Engineers who made a considerable contribution to the field of biomedical engineering and UT Austin Engineering as a whole.

Stretchable E-Skin Could Give Robots Human-Level Touch Sensitivity

May 08, 2024

A first-ever stretchy electronic skin could equip robots and other devices with the same softness and touch sensitivity as human skin, opening up new possibilities to perform tasks that require a great deal of precision and control of force.

A colorful rendering of an MRI kidney scan by UT Austin engineers.

Novel MRI Approach Aims to Spot Kidney Disease in All Populations

April 29, 2024

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) has been a vital diagnostic tool for decades, aiding in detecting and treating conditions spanning from brain disorders to foot injuries. Despite the benefits, accessibility and affordability continue to pose significant challenges for many.

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