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The Center for Biomedical Engineering serves as an integrated hub that brings together complementary research, analytical, and prototyping capabilities to accelerate biomedical innovation. The Center unifies four specialized resources—the Center for Nanophotonic Analytics & Fabrication, the Center for Biomedical Engineering & Prototype Development, the Laboratory for Medical Mass Spectrometry & Tissue Analytics, and the Biomaterial Applications Research Group—under a single collaborative framework. Together, these resources support the full research and development pipeline, from advanced nanophotonic fabrication and biomaterials design to medical mass spectrometry, tissue analytics, and functional prototype development. By housing these capabilities within one center, the Center for Biomedical Engineering fosters cross-disciplinary collaboration, efficient translation of discoveries, and comprehensive support for biomedical research and technology development.
By offering advanced tools, consultation, and fabrication capabilities, the Center for Biomedical Engineering & Prototype Development ensures that scientists are equipped to transform ideas into functional prototypes, imaging systems, mechanical tools, and experimental apparatus.
The Eberlin Lab for Medical Mass Spectrometry & Tissue Analytics specializes in the development and application of direct mass spectrometry technologies for tissue analysis and disease detection. Our research focuses on identifying metabolic markers associated with cancer and other diseases, as well as designing innovative mass spectrometry–based technologies and medical devices for clinical and surgical applications.
Center for Nanophotonic Analytics & Fabrication
The Center for Nanophotonic Analytics & Fabrication, housed within the department, is a pioneering research hub dedicated to advancing optical and photonic technologies for clinical applications.
This interdisciplinary research program focuses on developing advanced materials and bioengineering solutions for unmet clinical needs. We work at the interface of chemistry, materials science, electrical engineering, molecular biology, and pharmaceutics. By utilizing biomaterials design, micro- and nanoscale fabrication and advanced imaging technologies, we will design and develop biomedical implants and therapeutic delivery systems.
Center for Biomedical Engineering
One Baylor Plaza MS390
Houston, Texas, 77030
Phone: (713) 798-6078