UC Berkeley Department of Bioengineering

Soon-to-be Doctor Alonso Torres, Jr. knows the value of community. His life has taken him from the Central Valley, through military service and parenthood, now to a PhD in bioengineering.

My name is Nikita, and I’m a 3rd-year PhD student working with Prof. Grigory Tikhomirov (EECS) on a wide variety of projects. My research involves: DNA origami, Robotics for research experiment automation, and 3D printing.   I’m currently looking for motivated undergraduate students to join my projects over the summer. If you’re interested in these…

The Rowan University Master of Translational Orthopedic Device Engineering program provides a one-year experience combining coursework, projects, VR training, and surgical shadowing. A flexible curriculum design facilitates the participation of distance learners and working professionals.  This program is well-suited for engineering graduates pursuing careers in the orthopedic device industry and…

Fresh off a $125M Series B led by NEA, Qualified Health is scaling fast and transforming how health systems use AI. Come hear from Nicholas Chedid, Associate Medical Officer at Qualified Health — a physician, entrepreneur, and investor with decades of experience in healthcare Chou Hall, Haas School of Business Wednesday, April 30th | 7:00 PM…

It’s that time of year…the SHPE 2026 Conference Sponsorship application for continuing students has just opened! This year, the conference will be from October 28th to 31st in Indianapolis, Indiana. Sponsorship covers the costs of transportation, lodging, and registration, as well as mandatory workshops in Fall 2026 to prepare for the conference. The application is…

Make an impact with what you’ve learned! CAEE is hiring Tutors for Fall 2026! If you’re passionate about helping others and assisting them in building confidence in their knowledge, join us in creating a supportive learning community where students grow, thrive, and succeed together. Application deadline: Friday, May 8

CAEE is looking for Student Assistants for Fall 2026! Get hands-on experience, build leadership skills, and help create a stronger engineering community. Application deadline: Friday, May 1

Monday, May 4-Thursday, May 7 6-8 p.m. | Grimes Engineering Center 162 RSVP Fuel your finals grind with good food, good vibes, and even better company! Join us Monday-Thursday nights (while supplies last). Come through, bring your friends, and let’s finish the semester strong and don’t forget to RSVP! Monday: Crave Sub Tuesday: Panda Express Wednesday:…

Monday, May 4-Friday, May 8 Noon-2 p.m. | Grimes Engineering Center 164/166 RSVP Join the CAEE for a week full of fun, creativity, and prizes! From gaming and crafts to CAD and boba, there’s something for everyone. Bring your friends, show up, and stay ALIVE with the CAEE! Monday: Super Smash Bros Tournament Tuesday: Teddy…

Looking at applying to grad school in the fall? The University of Chicago is now accepting applications for our Discover UChicago program, our annual preview weekend scheduled for October 18-20, 2026. This 3-day event is intended to introduce undergraduates to the prospect of pursuing a master’s degree or PhD at a selective research institution. A…

Join us for our last spring Bioengineering Department Seminar Wednesday, April 29 12noon – 1:00pm Stanley Hall, Room 177 “MicroED solution to the lens MP20 enigma” Dr. Tamir Gonen Professor of Biological Chemistry and Physiology at the David Geffen School of Medicine, UCLA Abstract: My laboratory studies the structures of membrane proteins that are important…

Are you looking for a summer opportunity to help develop your career in STEM? The Summer Research Workshop 2026 at the City University of Hong Kong offers an exciting opportunity for both undergraduate and graduate students to explore cutting-edge research in engineering and related disciplines. Through 4 weeks in July of hands-on activities, guided projects,…

Celebrate Design @Berkeley at the Jacobs Spring Design Showcase Wednesday & Thursday, May 7 & 8, noon-5:30 p.m. Berkeley MDes:  Friday, May 9, 5:30-7 p.m. Take a break during RRR week and stop by the Jacobs Showcase for some fun and inspiration! Interact with and explore what Cal students have been creating in the following…

Underrepresented Researchers of Color’s (UROC) presents a Getting into Research Mixer April 27th, 12:30-2:30 Stiles Hall.   The purpose of our mixer is to introduce undergraduate and graduate students of color to the UROC community and build research-focused programming, workshops and peer-mentoring that responds to current students’ needs and visions. A mixer for all students…

Year-long apprenticeship program, passed on by an alum: Gordian Biotechnology is a biotech company based in South San Francisco, focused on developing new therapies for age-related disease. We’re currently recruiting for our 2026 Apprenticeship Program, a paid, full-time, year-long opportunity for undergraduate students and recent graduates interested in hands-on experience in biotech, data scien…

the Ontogen Medtech Biomedical Innovation Scholarship is intended to support promising biomedical engineering students who are passionate about building real-world medical devices and contributing to patient impact—especially students pursuing hands-on product development, manufacturing, and commercialization pathways. Applications due August 31

the Ontogen Medtech Biomedical Innovation Scholarship is intended to support promising biomedical engineering students who are passionate about building real-world medical devices and contributing to patient impact—especially students pursuing hands-on product development, manufacturing, and commercialization pathways. Applications due August 31

We are very proud to announce that fifteen Berkeley Bioengineers are receiving NSF Graduate Research Fellowships this year – one of the most competitive and prestigious awards for early-career PhD students. Congratulations to graduating seniors Esha Ananth, Emilie Petit and Christopher Zavala; recent BS alumni Sina Ghandian ’21, Pamela Herrera ’25, Cassandra Reyes ’24, Han…

Can we share your photo and post-graduation plans, or brief thoughts on BioE, on our social media? We’d love to brag about how awesome your are. Share your details at: https://forms.gle/wuBRKAqokYjSAtYH6 Non-seniors: Nominate a graduating student to be featured! Email preynolds@berkeley.edu

Join us for our next Bioengineering Department Seminar   Wednesday, April 22, 12noon – 1:00pm Stanley Hall, Room 177   “Assessing Cardiac Function and Treatment Strategies from Development to the Pediatric Population”   Dr. Stephanie Lindsey Assistant Professor of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, UC San Diego Abstract: Congenital heart defects (CHDs) are among the most seve…