The new curriculum encompasses a doctoral degree, thesis and non-thesis master’s tracks, and two specialized graduate certificates. These offerings tap into the work of over 20 faculty members, covering fields from regenerative medicine and tissue engineering to computational modeling and artificial intelligence. According to Mario Eden, dean of engineering, the program serves as a direct conduit for the workforce, bridging the gap between academic research and the practical needs of the state’s innovation economy.

Elizabeth Lipke, who chairs the Biomedical Engineering Advisory Committee, designed the coursework to remain flexible across engineering disciplines while maintaining a focus on translational applications. The certificate program is set to debut in Fall 2026, followed by the full degree lineup in Fall 2027. This expansion reinforces the college’s research-driven identity, building on a foundation that currently supports 25 master’s and doctoral degree options at an institution ranked 32nd among public universities by U.S. News and World Report.