Biomedical engineering is a form of engineering that combines the medical field with technological advancements. The development of new devices and technology is aimed to alleviate doctors in their practice of medicine, as well as advancing healthcare equipment, diagnoses, monitoring and therapies.
Many biomedical engineers conduct extensive research, especially at George Washington. Some of these research laboratories include: Advanced Cellular Diagnostics and Therapeutics Laboratory by Professor Papa; Bio-integrated Electronics Lab by professor Lu; Cardiac Optogenetics and Optical Imaging Lab by Professor Entcheva.