Category: BME News

UF BME proudly welcomes Dr. Chris Geiger as an instructional associate professor, enhancing excellence in engineering education. Geiger earned his Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from Northwestern University in 2003, studying under the guidance of Dr. Matt Glucksberg and Dr. Chris Waters. His doctoral research demonstrated his early dedication to advancing our understanding of critical biomedical […]

The ultimate goal is to revolutionize cancer patient care by enhancing the effectiveness of radiopharmaceutical therapy, especially with alpha-particle emitters, promising minimal side effects. Dr. Wesley Bolch and UF, along with collaborators at Johns Hopkins University, were awarded an NIH National Cancer Institute project grant of $12.9 million to conduct studies into the imaging, dosimetry, […]

BME undergraduate program achieves #10 ranking in the U.S. News Rankings The J. Crayton Pruitt Family Department of Biomedical Engineering has achieved its highest-ever ranking in the latest U.S. News & World Report’s annual evaluation of the nation’s leading undergraduate biomedical engineering programs. UF BME has ascended to the No. 10 position, a notable improvement […]

Ferris Appointed as Fellow of the American Society of Biomechanics Dr. Daniel Ferris, Robert W. Adenbaum Professor, has earned the prestigious title of Fellow from the American Society of Biomechanics (ASB). Among the nominees for the 2023 cohort, he stands out for his exceptional professional achievements, leadership, and invaluable service to the ASB. An ASB […]

UF BME Ph.D. student Rob Chen will join doctoral students from neuroscience, genetics, bioengineering, and applied physiology-kinesiology for the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) funded T32 training grant directed by Dr. David E. Vaillancourt. Rob’s primary research focus is the intersection between neurodegenerative disorders, diffusion magnetic resonance imaging, and machine learning algorithms. In particular, […]

Congratulations to the J. Crayton Pruitt Family Department of Biomedical Engineering departmental award winners! Award winners were selected based on submitted nomination materials and faculty CVs/teaching evaluations. Winners were recognized during the department’s annual Holiday Party! Congratulations to the following outstanding BME faculty, staff and students! UF BME Faculty Research Excellence Award: Dr. Kevin Otto […]

Dr. Benjamin Keselowsky has achieved the distinguished title of Fellow of Biomaterials Science and Engineering (FBSE), the highest honor bestowed upon outstanding biomaterials scientists by the International Union of Societies for Biomaterials Science and Engineering (IUSBSE). His election into the International College of Fellows of Biomaterials Science and Engineering places him among an exclusive group […]

Markia Bowe, Ph.D. Instructional Assistant professor With a dedication to higher education, Bowe completed her Ph.D. in biomedical engineering at the University of Florida in 2023. Guided by Dr. Kyle Allen, her research exemplifies her commitment to advancing the field. Her educational journey began at Kettering University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in […]

UF News Machine learning algorithms designed to diagnose a common infection that affects women showed a diagnostic bias among ethnic groups, University of Florida researchers found. While artificial intelligence tools offer great potential for improving health care delivery, practitioners and scientists warn of their risk for perpetuating racial inequities. Published Friday in the Nature journal Digital Medicine, […]

Congratulations to Kiara Xhindi for being selected as a University of Florida 2023 Outstanding Undergraduate International Student Award honoree from the UF International Center. She was nominated by the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering and stood for her dedication, hard work, and contributions to the University of Florida. This award recognizes undergraduate international students who […]