The University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL or Nebraska) is a public land-grant research university in Lincoln, Nebraska. Founded in 1869, UNL is the state's oldest and largest university and the flagship institution of the University of Nebraska system. UNL is organized into nine colleges and offers over 200 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees. The university is home to over 25,000 students and has a faculty of over 1,600. UNL is considered to have "very high research activity" and is ranked among the top public universities in the United States.
Biomedical Engineering at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln integrates engineering principles with biology and medicine to develop innovative solutions for healthcare challenges and improve human health. While not a standalone department, it is a significant interdisciplinary focus within the College of Engineering, notably emphasized through the Department of Biological Systems Engineering. The program benefits from strong collaborations across UNL engineering departments and with the University of Nebraska Medical Center and the University of Nebraska at Omaha, providing access to diverse expertise and clinical environments. Students can pursue this field through an undergraduate emphasis in Biological Systems Engineering, a minor available to all engineering majors, or a dedicated PhD program, preparing them for impactful careers in medical technology, research, and healthcare industries.
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