Weldon Biomedical Engineering students recently took part in a unique Maymester study abroad in France that focused on medical imaging advancements. The program offered a great chance to engage with some of Europe’s top research institutions and explore French culture.

“I would highly recommend a co-op, as you get to explore career options that can better focus the rest of your education," said Nicole Nagel, a BME student at the Weldon School.

The leading university programs on defibrillation was at Baylor University--led by Leslie A. Geddes and his team Willis A. Tacker, Joe D. Bourland and graduate student Charles Babbs, MD.

Professor Bradley Duerstock is a Professor of Engineering Practice in Biomedical Engineering and Industrial Engineering

A fall 2023 Senior Design Team from the Weldon School has earned national recognition in the 2024 DEBUT Challenge. Their innovative project, Ostomeasure, received a $1,000 Honorable Mention award, showcasing their dedication to developing impactful healthcare solutions.

Ramaswamy Subramanian and Juan Wachs received named positions through the School of Industrial Engineering. Subramanian and Wachs work and collaborate within the Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering.

Anybody who has gotten food poisoning knows how bad it is. It’s also rampant — according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), each year 1 in 6 Americans becomes sick from contaminated food or beverages, and 3,000 die from some foodborne illness. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) estimates that foodborne illnesses cost the nation more than $15 billion annually in medical expenses, lost business productivity, lawsuits, and compromised branding.

“I always knew I wanted to play tennis in college and stay in close proximity to my family in the Midwest, so the Big10 conference was a great fit,” Beier said. “Purdue stood out to me not only for its excellent engineering program but also for its supportive university and athletic culture, making it the ideal choice for my academic and athletic pursuits.”