By Gabriela Calhoun
Biomedical Engineering Major, College of Science, Engineering and Technology

For our biotechnology research program this year, we are diving deeper into the realm of how to improve on not only the design of the bandage but also what is incorporated into the final product. Over the past two years, we have been working on developing a hydrocolloid bandage infused with essential oils and incorporating additive manufacturing to combine biology and medicine with engineering.

By Sarah Saffer
Biomedical Engineering Major, College of Science, Engineering and Technology

The Desert Owl Population Improvement (DOPi) Project is a biotechnology research project that aims to find solutions that produce improvements in the numbers of the owl population. The deterioration of habitats and complex economical communities due to urbanization has created harsh conditions in which the cactus ferruginous pygmy owl and Western burrowing owl are struggling to survive and repopulate. A decrease in these native species upsets the delicate ecosystem and leads to a decrease in other species such as the great horned owl, hawks, badgers and coyotes, while also affecting larger agricultural areas.

By Kaylor Jones
Professional Writing & Psychology, College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Here at Grand Canyon University’s College of Science, Engineering and Technology, we’re incredibly proud of our determined and driven student leaders. These engineering students have demonstrated exceptional intelligence and skill. Here are just a few of the many exemplary Lopes we’re happy to have as a part of our community.

Biomedical engineering is an exciting, interdisciplinary field that is well-suited for individuals who like to think outside the box. It marries the principles and problem-solving techniques of engineering to the fields of medicine and biology.

Thanks to biomedical engineers, patients with painful hips can get implantable devices to replace them. Biomedical engineers have also been responsible for miraculous innovations such as pacemakers, medical imaging and coronary stents. If you have a passion for medicine and for figuring out how things work, this could be the perfect career path for you.

Every person has the capacity to change the world for the better, it is just a matter of finding your calling in life. If you have an interest in medical science and engineering, consider combining them. As a biomedical engineer, you will be entering a rapidly growing industry with limitless opportunities to make life better for those around you.

Did you know there is a difference between GCU’s engineering programs and engineering technology programs? There is! Both programs accomplish similar outcomes, but use different methods to get there.