The Department of Biomedical Engineering at Duke University in Durham, NC, United States, provides a vibrant, interdisciplinary environment for education, research, and innovation. Positioned within both the Pratt School of Engineering and the School of Medicine, it fosters collaboration among engineers, clinicians, and scientists to tackle complex human health challenges. The department offers rigorous programs culminating in B.S.E., M.Eng., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees, preparing graduates for impactful careers. Emphasizing translational research to move discoveries from the lab to real-world applications, supported by advanced facilities and strong industry connections, Duke BME is consistently recognized among the nation's top programs for its significant contributions to improving health.
View Biomedical EngineeringDuke University is a private research university in Durham, North Carolina. Founded in 1838 by Methodists and Quakers, the university moved to Durham in 1892. In 1924, tobacco and electric power industrialist James Buchanan Duke established The Duke Endowment and the institution changed its name to honor his deceased father, Washington Duke.