biomedical engineering

noun

: the application of engineering principles, practices, and technologies to the fields of medicine and biology especially in solving problems and improving care (as in the design of medical devices and diagnostic equipment or the creation of biomaterials and pharmaceuticals) : bioengineering sense 1
biomedical engineer noun

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Among the hundreds of choice and career programs, Burke said some new ones this school year include artificial intelligence, biomedical engineering, a 911 operator program and a construction academy. Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 7 Aug. 2026 The most common culprit of drooling during sleep is simple mouth-breathing, said Matthew Walker, a professor of neuroscience and biomedical engineering at the University of Texas at Dallas. Gavin Escott, USA Today, 3 Aug. 2026 As a professor of biomedical engineering at California Polytechnic State University, Cardinal directs the school’s Center for Engineering Regenerative Medicine. Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 23 July 2026 Robichaud has stayed in California, completing her master’s degree in biomedical engineering. Lucy Glynn, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for biomedical engineering

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First Known Use

1960, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of biomedical engineering was in 1960

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“Biomedical engineering.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/biomedical%20engineering. Accessed 11 Aug. 2026.

Medical Definition

biomedical engineering

noun
: the application of engineering principles, practices, and technologies to the fields of medicine and biology especially in solving problems and improving care (as in the design of medical devices and diagnostic equipment or the creation of biomaterials and pharmaceuticals) : bioengineering sense 1
biomedical engineer noun
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