hi all! i am a student from the UK applying to biomedical engineering for my bachelors, but i am quite worried now that i see many people discouraging me from taking this course since it is not very flexible.

The problem lies in the fact that my 3 subjects that i’ve taken are not exactly aligned towards general engineering. I took biology, maths and computer science, therefore i’m already less likely to be considered for a mechanical or electrical engineering course.

Even for the universities i could apply to, it is too late for me to find extracurriculars that would help me make a competitive candidate and honestly i don’t have much interest in these courses and it would take a lot of effort for me to try and write about it enthusiastically

i am just worried about my future and wonder if any of you have experience with the biomedical field and whether you would say it is hard to succeed in it, and whether you think i should still try and aim for the more classical types of engineering

I am a high school student in my final year and tbh I'm honestly not sure what I wanna study

I initially started with medicine moved to computer science and eventually fell ok bioengineering

And I thought can I study bioengineering with a computer degree then I later move on to get a PhD in bioengineering well at least ai made that idea a little visible but I still I'm not sure so plz if I can get anyone's opinion it will help especially with things like salaries and stability of work

I am a high school student in my final year and tbh I'm honestly not sure what I wanna study

I initially started with medicine moved to computer science and eventually fell ok bioengineering

And I thought can I study bioengineering with a computer degree then I later move on to get a PhD in bioengineering well at least ai made that idea a little visible but I still I'm not sure so plz if I can get anyone's opinion it will help especially with things like salaries and stability of work.

Hey everyone!

We're a small team building AXLMINDS, a brain-computer interface startup.

Our long-term goal is to change how humans interact with computers by making it possible to control them using thoughts rather than traditional input devices.

We've developed an early EEG-based prototype that demonstrates basic yes/no interaction.

We're still at a very early stage, and there's obviously a long way to go before something like this could become a practical way to control a computer.

One thing we're particularly interested in is how to properly evaluate an early system like ours.

From a bioengineering perspective, what kind of testing or validation would you consider essential before trying to expand its capabilities?

Would love to hear from anyone with experience in biosignal processing, biomedical devices, or BCI development.

Critical feedback is more than welcome!

Any suggestions for PPA. I'M a graduate of biomedical engineering in university of ilorin

I'm a junior in high school, I'm trying to see if BME is the right choice. I'd really like to know how the career path is, how difficult college is, a general overview of what exactly happens later on with this major, and some stuff that's important to know. This is currently my top choice for my major and I want to see if it really is worth going for. Thank you

I want to take a moment to introduce myself and share something I’ve been working on for several years.

My name is Amadeo Ornelas. I’m an 18-year-old Mexican who just finished high school through an open program. I’m not a university student in Biomedicine, Nanotechnology, or Dermatology, I don’t have specialized academic training in those areas, nor do I have a degree that qualifies me as a professional in them. I’m simply a science enthusiast with a goal that I would like to one day turn into a real contribution: helping other people.

I know I don't have an extraordinary academic background or all the tools I wish I had. Throughout my life, I've heard comments questioning my abilities, my possibilities, and my future. However, I’ve come to understand that while willpower doesn't replace preparation or prove that an idea is feasible, it can drive us to learn, research, and work to discover how far we can go.

For years I’ve cared about the health and well-being of the people I love. While from the outside it might have seemed like I was just spending time playing or in front of a computer, I was dedicating part of that time to studying, developing ideas, and working on a project that, for me, represents much more than a set of documents.

Today I want to share that I plan to publish the technical documentation of my project in the future: the 7-Layer Bio-Photonic Mesh.

My intention is to make this work available to the public so that anyone interested can read, study, analyze, and question it. I would like students, enthusiasts, researchers, and professionals to be able to examine its foundations, identify its limitations, suggest improvements, and, if they find elements that justify it, contribute to its development.

I want to make something clear: this publication is not meant to present a finished clinical technology or to claim that its potential applications have already been experimentally demonstrated. It is an engineering project in development, whose content needs independent review and whose feasibility should be evaluated through the appropriate validation stages.

I’m not announcing a definite publication date yet. When the time comes, I’ll share more information about the document, its content, and the conditions under which it can be viewed and used.

My goal isn’t for this project to carry only my name, but for the knowledge I’ve gathered to serve as a starting point for others to learn, research, and develop new ideas.

For now, this statement is just a small introduction to something I hope to share later. I don’t know how far the project will go or what conclusions will come from its evaluation, but I do know that I want to give it the chance to be examined beyond my own hands.

To those who are interested in science, biomedical engineering, or the development of technologies that might one day contribute to human well-being, I hope to be able to share this work with you when it is ready for publication.

Thank you for taking the time to read me.

— Amadeo Ornelas

Hello reddit,

I am currently a bachelor Biochem student and will be done with my bachelor's in an year. Therefore I have started evaluating and thinking about my master applications.

I find the field of Toxicology fascinating, however I do not have a lot of exposure to the it. For context, I have till now only ever performed some cytotoxicity assays like MTT, ROS and chemotaxis assays.

I find the idea of Industrial Toxicology and food/human Toxicology quite fascinating.

However I am not very aware of the other tox branches and their scopes...

So my question boils down to 4 points:

1. what is working in Toxicology like and what kind of job positions does one find themselves in?
2. How and what differentiates the different Tox fields, the pros and cons?
3. What academic path should I follow? Masters in Biochemistry and molecular biology is what I'm thinking of at the moment. Also, thoughts on pursuing a PhD?
4. I have heard about Toxicology in Edinburgh. What is the university like?

I live in Germany and would pursue my masters here too.

Additionally: I would pursue a long distance marketing and finance masters for some diversity and versatility in my cv. Would that be of benefit in the job market?

I wanted to start a Master in Toxicology, however my supervisor advised me against it. She explained it, having a very niche master's cancels or limits your job options, as most jobs list Msc. Biochem as a standard requirement.

I would really appreciate some insight :)

Hi everyone!

I recently finished my BSc in Life Sciences and am considering applying to either the MEng or MASc in Biomedical Engineering at UofT. I'd love to hear from current students or alumni about their experiences with either program!

I'm primarily interested in industry opportunities after graduation rather than pursuing a PhD, and had a few questions:

1. Employability: What kinds of jobs do graduates typically go into? Is one degree better suited for industry, particularly for someone without an engineering undergrad?
2. Industry experience**:** Are there opportunities for internships, co-ops, or industry collaborations in either program?
3. MASc vs MEng: Is the MASc worthwhile if you don't intend to pursue a PhD? Does the research experience help with industry employment, or is the MEng generally more practical?
4. Program experience**:** How do the workload, coursework, and overall experiences compare between the two?
5. Life sciences background**:** How manageable is the transition into BME, and does not having an engineering undergrad affect job prospects?

I'd also love to hear about your overall experience and whether you feel the program prepared you well for employment.

Any insights would be really appreciated. Thanks! :)

Hello everyone. I’ve just started my first year of Biomedical Engineering (BME) in Moldova. Unfortunately, I feel that some parts of the program are either overloaded with information, while other important topics are barely covered.

1. What would be worth studying additionally? Are there any good courses or resources you would recommend? I know there are many different specializations within BME, but is there anything that would be useful regardless of which direction I eventually choose?
2. I’m considering applying to a European university next year, preferably one with a stronger focus on practical skills. Does anyone know any good universities with English-taught BME programs where an international student has a realistic chance of being accepted?
3. Which specialization in BME is considered the most promising in terms of career opportunities? Which fields have a realistic chance of leading to a good job after graduation?

si può lavorare nel campo delle neuroscienze?

Hi!! I’m currently on a gap year to resit and I’ve decided to go down the biomed engineering route as it gives me more flexibility compared to what I had applied for before.

I want to be able to potentially go into prosthetics or something along those lines so I’ve been looking at the modules and structure of the courses but I thought it would be best to ask here and hear from people actually doing the courses what they think? I’ve also seen some people say a biomed eng degree isn’t worth it, would you guys agree?

I would prefer for the uni to be outside of London and for it to have a decent social life balance as well🥹 I’ve also looked at unis in the EU since my passport will help with tuition fees. Honestly im open to any advice, thank you!! <3

Actually in 1st year of biotechnology engineering, I’ve to do an internship of a month. What are you recommendation, advice and what’s type of job, industry or idk.

Hey everyone! What’s your opinion about the Biomedical Engineering PhD program at Columbia?

I will be going to university next year and I don't know which subjects I should choose for my bachelor's. I know I want to specialise in genetic engineering but when I search which course I should choose alot of options come up and I don't know which one is best, please help.

I'm a biotech graduate and i'm stuck what do next

\\- FOOD TECH or BIOMED ENG(medical devices) or SAP(func module)

plz share your suggestions and i am also worrying about AI impact

I am currently in my final year engineering in biotechnology and want to get into a good college for my master. Any idea which is the best field to go for masters, is it microbiology, bio processing etc in India.

Hey! So I'm a MSc in Biotech with 5 years of experience in wet-lab, microbiology. I did research, did not finish my PhD and had to stop for a year and half due to some health problems - didn't stop working completely, but not in the field. Now, I wanna come back. I started learning python as a start, but wanted advice. What should I do? Find just any job in Biotech? Or take the time to get skills and then target jobs at the intersection I'm looking for? Thank you!!!