A biomedical engineering program for teens on a university campus in North Carolina

Are you passionate about engineering, computers, and life sciences? Do you dream of designing innovative devices that help diagnose and treat diseases? The Summer Springboard Biomedical Engineering course introduces students to the fundamentals of one of today’s most dynamic and rapidly growing engineering fields. Through hands-on learning, students explore how engineering, math, chemistry, and computer science come together to improve human health. They’ll also discover how biomedical engineers apply modern biological principles to the design and development of life-changing medical technologies.

In this course, students will gain a foundational understanding of core engineering principles and problem-solving techniques used in the biomedical field. They’ll explore a wide range of medical innovations—from implantable devices like pacemakers and artificial joints to cutting-edge advancements such as stem cell engineering and 3D-printed organs. Students will also have the opportunity to design and build a basic biomedical prototype, such as a prosthetic hand, while learning to think critically and creatively. Along the way, they’ll learn about current research and potential career paths in biomedical engineering.