Biomedical Engineering Research at the University of Calgary keep

BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING RESEARCH AT THE UNIVERSITY OF CALGARY

The University of Calgary has been engaged in biomedical engineering research for over 30 years, and has developed a strong reputation as a leader in numerous fields. The University of Calgary is home to over 100 researchers, eight Canada Research Chairs, four University Chairs, and 30 AHFMR Scholars.

Primary Research Themes

• Neuro-Engineering
• Cardiovascular and Respiratory Engineering
• Bone and Joint Engineering

Areas of Research Strength Within These Themes

• Imaging and Optical Instrumentation
• Bio/Nano Sensors and Diagnostic Devices
• Wireless and Remote Communications
• Biomaterials and Molecular Chemicals
• Cell and Tissue Engineering and Regeneration
• Metabolomics, Proteomics, and Genomics
• Bioinformatics and Simulation
• Biomechanics

Research Facilities

• Calgary Centre for Innovative Technology
• The Human Performance Lab
• The Medical Ward of the 21st Century
• The NRC Biodiagnostics Institute West
• The Alberta Bone and Joint Health Institute
• McCaig Institute for Bone and Joint Health
• Seaman Family MR Research Centre
• Hotchkiss Brain Institute
• Libbin Cardiovascular Institute of Alberta
• Stephenson Cardiovascular MR Centre
• Boone Pickens Centre for Neurological Sciences and Advanced Technologies
• Advanced Micro/Nanosystems Integration Facility
• Southern Alberta Cancer Research Institute Cell Imaging Facility
• Microscopy and Imaging Facility
• Alberta Children's Hospital