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Area of Science:

  • Biomedical Engineering (BME)
  • Neuroengineering
  • Biosystems and Biosignal Analysis
  • Medical Devices (bioMEMS, Bionanotechnology)
  • Biomechanics
  • Bioimaging
  • Imaging Informatics

Background:

  • The Department of Biomedical Engineering (BME) at the University of Southern California (BME@USC) has a strong history of advancing biomedicine.
  • It comprises over 80 faculty members engaged in diverse research areas.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the research scope and infrastructure of BME@USC.
  • To showcase the department's leading position in biomedical engineering research.

Main Methods:

  • Faculty research spans multiple cutting-edge fields.
  • The department hosts six specialized, internationally recognized research centers.
  • Funding is secured from major national institutions like the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

Main Results:

  • BME@USC faculty conduct research in neuroengineering, biosystems analysis, medical devices, biomechanics, bioimaging, and imaging informatics.
  • Six research centers focus on areas including biomimetic systems, biomedical simulations, ultrasonic transducers, neural engineering, vision science, and genomic studies in autism.
  • The department is recognized for its high research funding per faculty member.

Conclusions:

  • BME@USC is a top-tier department in the United States for biomedical engineering.
  • Its comprehensive research activities and significant funding underscore its leadership in the field.