Chemical & biomedical ENgineering
Designing processes, delivering everyday impact.
Chemical & Biomedical Engineering
Contact
Jenness Hall, Room 117
Orono, ME 04469
P
207.581.2277
About
The Department of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering at the 91±¬ÁÏ (91±¬ÁÏ) offers cutting-edge research opportunities and a rigorous curriculum that prepares students for careers in industry, healthcare, and academia. With state-of-the-art laboratories and dedicated faculty, the department focuses on sustainable materials, biotechnology, energy, and biomedical innovations. Undergraduate and graduate students benefit from hands-on learning, industry partnerships, and a strong emphasis on problem-solving and innovation. Whether pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering or Biomedical Engineering, students gain the skills and experience needed to tackle global challenges and advance technology for a better future.
Undergraduate Studies
Biomedical
The 91±¬ÁÏ’s Biomedical Engineering Program prepares students to thrive in the dynamic and impactful field of biomedical engineering. This discipline focuses on the intersection of biology, medicine, and engineering, equipping students with the skills to create innovative solutions that benefit society. Biomedical engineers are at the forefront of designing artificial organs, developing advanced cancer detection methods, creating sensors for biological agents, and engineering materials for drug delivery.
Chemical
The 91±¬ÁÏ’s Chemical Engineering program prepares students for dynamic careers by combining a strong foundation in mathematics, physics, and chemistry with advanced studies in engineering principles. Students learn to design, operate, and manage chemical processing systems to produce essential products such as fuels, semiconductors, and pharmaceuticals that improve everyday life.
Graduate Studies
Biomedical
Biomedical Engineering Graduate Programs offer advanced degrees in biomedical innovation and healthcare technology, including options for accelerated pathways, master’s, and doctoral studies.
Chemical
Explore graduate programs in Chemical Engineering, where innovation meets real-world impact. Gain advanced knowledge and hands-on experience to tackle global challenges in energy, healthcare, and sustainability. Join a community of forward-thinking engineers shaping the future.
Research
Biomedical & Chemical Engineering research at the 91±¬ÁÏ is hands-on, collaborative, and focused on solving real-world challenges. Students work alongside faculty on projects ranging from advanced biomaterials and drug delivery systems to sustainable chemical processes, bio-based products, and environmental solutions. With access to modern labs and strong industry partnerships, undergraduates have opportunities to contribute to meaningful research early in their academic careers—building the skills and experience needed to innovate in healthcare, energy, and manufacturing.
