Biomedical Engineering

Researchers led by John T. Wilson, associate professor of chemical and biomolecular engineering and biomedical engineering, have developed a new approach using a molecularly designed nanobody platform that seeks to make immunotherapy more effective in the treatment of cancer. The research, “Potentiating Cancer Immunotherapies with Modular Albumin-Hitchhiking Nanobody-STING… Read More

Research led by Thilo Womelsdorf, professor of psychology and biomedical engineering at the Vanderbilt Brain Institute, could revolutionize how brain-computer interfaces are used to treat disorders of memory and cognition. The study, “Adaptive reinforcement learning is causally supported by anterior cingulate cortex and striatum,” was published June… Read More

André L. Churchwell, MD, was honored with a portrait on May 6 in recognition of his three decades of service at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Joining him at the event were honored guests: his grandchildren, Victor Evans Jr., age 4, and Julia Elizabeth Evans, age 2. André L. Churchwell, MD,… Read More

Dean Krish Roy presented awards and honors on May 8 to 30 seniors at the School of Engineering’s 2025 Commencement reception. Earlier, the School of Engineering’s Founder’s Medalist was recognized at Graduates Day, and the Banner Bearer will play an honorary role in the Vanderbilt Commencement ceremony, May 9. Grace… Read More

Krish Roy, Bruce and Bridgitt Evans Dean of Engineering, announced 20 awards at a May 6 reception following the final School of Engineering faculty meeting of the 2024-2025 academic year. Vanderbilt University also announced spring award winners during the May 1 Faculty Senate meeting and a reception followed. Engineering faculty… Read More

André Churchwell Dr. André L. Churchwell, a renowned cardiologist and health care leader who serves as senior advisor on inclusion and community outreach in the Office of the Chancellor, has received the 2025 Professional Impact Award for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion from the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE). Read More

A civil engineering group heads to Paris for a customized tour—History, Innovation, and Artistry of Structural Engineering—during Spring Break 2025. To follow along, go here: Paris blog.   Two 2025 spring break trips will immerse engineering students in learning, cultural experiences and service, and they will see their classrooms… Read More

Christos Constantinidis, Stevenson Chair and Professor of Biomedical Engineering and Neuroscience, has been appointed associate director of the Vanderbilt Brain Institute (VBI). The VBI is dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge and driving groundbreaking discoveries in brain research through fostering research activities across the institution. Founded in 1999, VBI… Read More

Two engineering professors are awardees in the latest round of Vanderbilt University’s Innovation Catalyst Fund, an initiative that supports translational research that has promising commercial potential. • Scott Guelcher, professor of chemical, biomolecular and biomedical engineering, for Preclinical Testing of Resorbable Surgical Mesh. • John Wikswo, University… Read More

By Craig Boerner Vanderbilt researchers are using BIHF — a Biofidelic Instrumented Head Form — to study the impact of blast exposures in the military, an idea that could translate to research in other areas, including contact sports such as football and hockey. Soldiers often come away from routine training… Read More