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Inventing the Future of Medicine. Bringing engineers, clinicians and students together to boldly advance health care.
Exciting innovation! The new PHAST platform developed by @kellystevens.bsky.social s' team at UW Bioengineering is eliminating guesswork in tissue engineering.
The research represents a major leap forward to build 3D printed human organs. What previously took years now happens in just 1-2 months.
The research represents a major leap forward to build 3D printed human organs. What previously took years now happens in just 1-2 months.
Read more in lay write-up here from @uwiscrm.bsky.social @uwmedicine.bsky.social (3/4):
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Finding the Sweet Spot in Bioink Formulation / ISCRM
The Stevens Lab has unveiled a game-changing system to simultaneously screen dozens of varying compositions of bioinks for tissue and organ printing
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April 14, 2025 at 8:44 PM
Exciting innovation! The new PHAST platform developed by @kellystevens.bsky.social s' team at UW Bioengineering is eliminating guesswork in tissue engineering.
The research represents a major leap forward to build 3D printed human organs. What previously took years now happens in just 1-2 months.
The research represents a major leap forward to build 3D printed human organs. What previously took years now happens in just 1-2 months.
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Taking a breath w new paper announcement. Bioprinted platform for parallelized screening of engineered tissue formulations in mice (1/4).
See paper in @cp-cellstemcell.bsky.social here:
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See paper in @cp-cellstemcell.bsky.social here:
www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
Bioprinted platform for parallelized screening of engineered microtissues in vivo
Human engineered tissues hold great promise for therapeutic tissue regeneration and repair. Yet, development of these technologies often stalls at the…
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April 14, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Taking a breath w new paper announcement. Bioprinted platform for parallelized screening of engineered tissue formulations in mice (1/4).
See paper in @cp-cellstemcell.bsky.social here:
www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
See paper in @cp-cellstemcell.bsky.social here:
www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
Congrats to team EnviroTect from UW's Master of Applied Bioengineering program recently won the Climate Action Prize! Their innovation? A device that captures anesthesia gases before they become greenhouse emissions. Healthcare sustainability at its finest. bit.ly/43TN7PM
Bioengineering MAB team wins Climate Action Prize
A team of UW MAB graduate students has been recognized for their innovative solution to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in healthcare settings.
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April 14, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Congrats to team EnviroTect from UW's Master of Applied Bioengineering program recently won the Climate Action Prize! Their innovation? A device that captures anesthesia gases before they become greenhouse emissions. Healthcare sustainability at its finest. bit.ly/43TN7PM
Hats off to Ruikang "Ricky" Wang on being selected to deliver the Inaugural Fujimoto Award Lecture! His groundbreaking OCTA imaging technology is preserving patients' vision & revolutionizing ophthalmology. Another well-deserved honor for our BioE faculty! #UWBioe #MedicalImaging bit.ly/4jrLEER
Imaging pioneer Ruikang Wang to deliver Fujimoto Lecture
UW Bioengineering professor Ruikang Wang has been selected to deliver the Inaugural James G. Fujimoto Award Lectureship.
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April 7, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Hats off to Ruikang "Ricky" Wang on being selected to deliver the Inaugural Fujimoto Award Lecture! His groundbreaking OCTA imaging technology is preserving patients' vision & revolutionizing ophthalmology. Another well-deserved honor for our BioE faculty! #UWBioe #MedicalImaging bit.ly/4jrLEER
Congratulations to Arjun Kumar from UW BioE on receiving the inaugural Pfizer Oncology Fellowship!
Kumar studies T-cell exhaustion mechanisms in cancer in Hao Kueh's lab. This fellowship provides two years of funding and collaboration with Pfizer experts.
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Kumar studies T-cell exhaustion mechanisms in cancer in Hao Kueh's lab. This fellowship provides two years of funding and collaboration with Pfizer experts.
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PH.D. Arjun Kumar, awarded the Pfizer Oncology Fellowship.
Arjun Kumar, a Ph.D. student at UW Bioengineering, has been named one of the inaugural recipients of the Pfizer Oncology Fellowship.
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March 31, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Congratulations to Arjun Kumar from UW BioE on receiving the inaugural Pfizer Oncology Fellowship!
Kumar studies T-cell exhaustion mechanisms in cancer in Hao Kueh's lab. This fellowship provides two years of funding and collaboration with Pfizer experts.
bit.ly/3FJluyS
Kumar studies T-cell exhaustion mechanisms in cancer in Hao Kueh's lab. This fellowship provides two years of funding and collaboration with Pfizer experts.
bit.ly/3FJluyS
#UWBioE associate professor Jennifer Davis will present at the @uwmedicine.bsky.social 2024-25 Science in Medicine Lecture Series. Her talk explores fibroblast biology and its role in cardiac scarring and healing.
When: March 19, 12–1 p.m.
Where: SLU Orin Smith Auditorium & Zoom
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When: March 19, 12–1 p.m.
Where: SLU Orin Smith Auditorium & Zoom
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Jennifer Davis to present 24-25 Science in Medicine Lecture
Jennifer Davis, associate professor of Bioengineering, will present as part of the 2024-25 Science in Medicine speaker series.
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March 10, 2025 at 10:18 PM
#UWBioE associate professor Jennifer Davis will present at the @uwmedicine.bsky.social 2024-25 Science in Medicine Lecture Series. Her talk explores fibroblast biology and its role in cardiac scarring and healing.
When: March 19, 12–1 p.m.
Where: SLU Orin Smith Auditorium & Zoom
bit.ly/simjd2025
When: March 19, 12–1 p.m.
Where: SLU Orin Smith Auditorium & Zoom
bit.ly/simjd2025
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So fun to be a judge at the Health Innovation Challenge at the University of Washington. So many talented students, amazing pitches, and great ideas at the intersection of technology, artificial intelligence, and health. #UWHIC2025 @uwbioe.bsky.social
March 7, 2025 at 11:23 PM
So fun to be a judge at the Health Innovation Challenge at the University of Washington. So many talented students, amazing pitches, and great ideas at the intersection of technology, artificial intelligence, and health. #UWHIC2025 @uwbioe.bsky.social
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Gave a talk at Probiota in Copenhagen earlier in the year, and @nutraingredients.bsky.social did a short interview on what I spoke about: the human gut microbiome and healthy aging www.nutraingredients.com/Article/2025...
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The unique signatures of the aging gut and what it means for health
Gut microbiome ‘signatures’ in older adults appear to be distinct from those seen in young people. But how is this linked to health and longevity?
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March 4, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Gave a talk at Probiota in Copenhagen earlier in the year, and @nutraingredients.bsky.social did a short interview on what I spoke about: the human gut microbiome and healthy aging www.nutraingredients.com/Article/2025...
@isbscience.org @uwbioe.bsky.social @uwgenome.bsky.social
@isbscience.org @uwbioe.bsky.social @uwgenome.bsky.social
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Great coverage of our recent work on the impacts of bowel movement frequency on the body in the BBC: www.bbc.com/future/artic...
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How often should you poo?
The ideal poo is a 'type 3' or 'type 4' – cracked or smooth sausage – delivered once per day.
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February 27, 2025 at 7:46 PM
Great coverage of our recent work on the impacts of bowel movement frequency on the body in the BBC: www.bbc.com/future/artic...
@isbscience.org @uwbioe.bsky.social @jpjohnson.bsky.social
@isbscience.org @uwbioe.bsky.social @jpjohnson.bsky.social
Three faculty members from #UWBioE have been honored with Society for Biomaterials Awards:
Cole DeForest - Mid-Career Award
Shelly Sakiyama-Elbert - SFB Award for Service
Kelly Stevens's BME UNITE Future Faculty Program - Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award
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Cole DeForest - Mid-Career Award
Shelly Sakiyama-Elbert - SFB Award for Service
Kelly Stevens's BME UNITE Future Faculty Program - Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award
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UW BioE faculty receive Society for Biomaterials awards
Three UW BioE faculty members have been recognized by the Society for Biomaterials for their outstanding contributions in leadership, service and research.
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February 26, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Three faculty members from #UWBioE have been honored with Society for Biomaterials Awards:
Cole DeForest - Mid-Career Award
Shelly Sakiyama-Elbert - SFB Award for Service
Kelly Stevens's BME UNITE Future Faculty Program - Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award
bit.ly/sfba2025
Cole DeForest - Mid-Career Award
Shelly Sakiyama-Elbert - SFB Award for Service
Kelly Stevens's BME UNITE Future Faculty Program - Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award
bit.ly/sfba2025
Congratulations to #UWBioE and @uwece.bsky.social professor Amy Orsborn on receiving a 2025 Sloan Research Fellowship! Her groundbreaking work in brain-machine interfaces aims to advance therapies for movement disorders like paralysis from spinal cord injuries and strokes. bit.ly/aosloan25
Amy Orsborn named Sloan Research Fellow | UW Bioengineering
Amy Orsborn, UW assistant professor in Bioengineering and Electrical & Computer Engineering, has been awarded a 2025 Sloan Research Fellowship
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February 19, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Congratulations to #UWBioE and @uwece.bsky.social professor Amy Orsborn on receiving a 2025 Sloan Research Fellowship! Her groundbreaking work in brain-machine interfaces aims to advance therapies for movement disorders like paralysis from spinal cord injuries and strokes. bit.ly/aosloan25
UW ChemE alum & #UWBioE Advisory Board member Gabriel P. López, Ph.D., who now serves as a Distinguished Professor & Interim Chair at UNM, has received the 2025 UW College of Engineering Diamond Award for his impact on health equity, biomedical engineering & sustainability. bit.ly/lopezda25
2025 UW College of Engineering Diamond Award - Gabriel López
Gabriel P. López, Ph.D., member of the UW Bioengineering Advisory Board, has been honored with the 2025 UW College of Engineering Diamond Award
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February 12, 2025 at 10:53 PM
UW ChemE alum & #UWBioE Advisory Board member Gabriel P. López, Ph.D., who now serves as a Distinguished Professor & Interim Chair at UNM, has received the 2025 UW College of Engineering Diamond Award for his impact on health equity, biomedical engineering & sustainability. bit.ly/lopezda25
Congrats to #UWBioE grad student Rachel Iritani on winning the 2025 Center for Neurotechnology at the University of Washington Best Student Paper Award! Her research introduces a virtual toolbox for designing neural implants, advancing neurotech & surgical planning.
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Rachel Iritani wins 2025 CNT Best Student Paper Award
UW Bioengineering graduate student Rachel Iritani has been awarded the 2025 Center for Neurotechnology Best Student Paper Award for Neurotechnology Advancement.
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February 10, 2025 at 10:37 PM
Congrats to #UWBioE grad student Rachel Iritani on winning the 2025 Center for Neurotechnology at the University of Washington Best Student Paper Award! Her research introduces a virtual toolbox for designing neural implants, advancing neurotech & surgical planning.
bit.ly/raircnt25
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Congratulations to Dr. Jones!
The UW Board of Regents has named Dr. Robert J. Jones as the 34th President of the University of Washington.
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Robert J. Jones named 34th president of the University of Washington
The University of Washington Board of Regents on Monday announced that Robert J. Jones, who is currently concluding a nine-year tenure as Chancellor of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, has...
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February 3, 2025 at 11:44 PM
Congratulations to Dr. Jones!
2024 was an incredible year for #UWBioE! From groundbreaking research & student achievements to faculty innovations & alumni success stories, our community truly made waves! Dive into the highlights in our '24 Impact Report! Here’s to more inspiration, innovation & impact in 2025! bit.ly/2024imprep
BioE Impact Report 2024 | UW Bioengineering
The UW BioE impact report presents updates on achievements involving alumni, industry collaborators, colleagues, friends, professors, students and staff.
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January 26, 2025 at 5:43 AM
2024 was an incredible year for #UWBioE! From groundbreaking research & student achievements to faculty innovations & alumni success stories, our community truly made waves! Dive into the highlights in our '24 Impact Report! Here’s to more inspiration, innovation & impact in 2025! bit.ly/2024imprep
#UWBioE Prof. Eric Chudler is bringing neuroscience education directly to older adults. The Brain Health Learning Network, supported by the Dana Foundation, delivers expert-led lectures on topics like Alzheimer’s, memory, sleep & nutrition, reaching 3k+ views since its 2023 launch. bit.ly/bhln2025
Eric Chudler bridges neuroscience and community through innovative learning network | UW Bioengineering
Working closely with Natalie Lecher, director of the UW’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI), Chudler carefully selected speakers who could effectively communicate complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences. “We knew this partnership would be a good fit because Eric brought access to world-class neuroscience researchers, while OLLI has long-standing relationships with older adult learners and community organizations across the state,” Lecher said.
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January 21, 2025 at 8:01 AM
#UWBioE Prof. Eric Chudler is bringing neuroscience education directly to older adults. The Brain Health Learning Network, supported by the Dana Foundation, delivers expert-led lectures on topics like Alzheimer’s, memory, sleep & nutrition, reaching 3k+ views since its 2023 launch. bit.ly/bhln2025
Congratulations to #UWBioE and ophthalmology Professor Ruikang (Ricky) Wang on this incredible honor!
🏆SPIE Britton Chance Biomedical Optics Award: Ruikang Wang, @uwbioe.bsky.social, Endowed Chair in Ophthalmology Research
For transformative advances in #biophotonics + imaging that significantly enhanced diagnosis + monitoring of diseases, improving patient quality of life.
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For transformative advances in #biophotonics + imaging that significantly enhanced diagnosis + monitoring of diseases, improving patient quality of life.
spie.org/news/ruikang...
Ruikang Wang: The 2025 SPIE Britton Chance Biomedical Optics Award
For transformative advances in biophotonics and imaging that have significantly enhanced the diagnosis and monitoring of diseases, thereby improving patient quality of life
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January 15, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Congratulations to #UWBioE and ophthalmology Professor Ruikang (Ricky) Wang on this incredible honor!
Samson Darrah, a PhD student at #UWBioE, received a 2024 Diana Award in recognition of his humanitarian efforts. As founder of iCare Network Ghana, he has helped provide eye care to nearly 4,000 individuals & menstrual health support to over 1,000 girls in underserved communities. bit.ly/darrahdiana
Samson Darrah’s vision for global eye health and empowerment
| From Ghana to Seattle: Samson Darrah’s vision for global eye health and empowerment UW Bioengineering
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January 9, 2025 at 8:23 AM
Samson Darrah, a PhD student at #UWBioE, received a 2024 Diana Award in recognition of his humanitarian efforts. As founder of iCare Network Ghana, he has helped provide eye care to nearly 4,000 individuals & menstrual health support to over 1,000 girls in underserved communities. bit.ly/darrahdiana
At #UWBioE, we are thrilled to welcome 2025! We look forward to another year of collaboration, excellence and innovation alongside our incredible community. Cheers ✨
January 2, 2025 at 2:32 AM
At #UWBioE, we are thrilled to welcome 2025! We look forward to another year of collaboration, excellence and innovation alongside our incredible community. Cheers ✨
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Proud to share new work from our Cardiac EP collabs at @uwmedicine.bsky.social! Honoured to be involved in this work to better understand arrhythmia mechanisms in #rToF. Congrats to lead and senior authors Dr. Johnson and Dr. Nazer! #EPeeps @uwbioe.bsky.social authors.elsevier.com/c/1kAn75VtUy...
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November 28, 2024 at 5:58 PM
Proud to share new work from our Cardiac EP collabs at @uwmedicine.bsky.social! Honoured to be involved in this work to better understand arrhythmia mechanisms in #rToF. Congrats to lead and senior authors Dr. Johnson and Dr. Nazer! #EPeeps @uwbioe.bsky.social authors.elsevier.com/c/1kAn75VtUy...
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David Baker, professor of biochemistry at the University of Washington School of Medicine, will receive the 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry during an award ceremony Dec. 10 in Sweden at the Stockholm Concert Hall.
The full schedule of events can be found here.
The full schedule of events can be found here.
David Baker to accept Nobel Prize Dec. 10 in Stockholm - UW Medicine | Newsroom
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December 2, 2024 at 9:46 PM
David Baker, professor of biochemistry at the University of Washington School of Medicine, will receive the 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry during an award ceremony Dec. 10 in Sweden at the Stockholm Concert Hall.
The full schedule of events can be found here.
The full schedule of events can be found here.
At the 2024 Scholar Donor Celebration Luncheon, #UWBioE students were honored alongside benefactors whose generosity empowers their education & research. Highlights included recognition of student achievements & the stories behind endowed funds that make their success possible. bit.ly/2024donorlunch
Scholar Donor Luncheon - Honoring the impact of generosity
The College of Engineering recently hosted its annual Scholar Donor Celebration Luncheon to honor the achievements of students and to thank the generous donors
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December 3, 2024 at 12:02 AM
At the 2024 Scholar Donor Celebration Luncheon, #UWBioE students were honored alongside benefactors whose generosity empowers their education & research. Highlights included recognition of student achievements & the stories behind endowed funds that make their success possible. bit.ly/2024donorlunch
The UW BioEngage fall mixer was a huge success, bringing together 158 students & 14 leading biotech & medical device companies for an evening of networking.
BioEngage has also launched a new job & internship program to further connect the BioE community with industry professionals. bit.ly/fallmix24
BioEngage has also launched a new job & internship program to further connect the BioE community with industry professionals. bit.ly/fallmix24
BioEngage launches job & internship program at fall mixer
This fall, UW BioEngage continued its mission of connecting UW Bioengineering trainees and faculty with the biotech and medical device industries.
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November 25, 2024 at 6:39 PM
The UW BioEngage fall mixer was a huge success, bringing together 158 students & 14 leading biotech & medical device companies for an evening of networking.
BioEngage has also launched a new job & internship program to further connect the BioE community with industry professionals. bit.ly/fallmix24
BioEngage has also launched a new job & internship program to further connect the BioE community with industry professionals. bit.ly/fallmix24