Bridging biotechnology education with clinical applications for better healthcare access
Official title: From Biotech to Benchside: Team-Based Undergraduate Experiences in Design Thinking and Learning
Funded at Duke University · NIH-11145931 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping future biomedical engineers learn better by working together with industry experts and mentors, so they can use new technologies to create fair and accessible healthcare solutions for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Duke University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Durham, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2024 |
| Project end | May 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $21,455 |
| NIH project number | 5R25EB035497-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11145931 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals seeking innovative healthcare solutions and those affected by barriers to accessing biotechnological advancements.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not interested in or do not require advancements in biotechnology or bioengineering may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving the connection between biotechnology advancements and their practical applications in healthcare. It aims to enhance the education of undergraduate and graduate biomedical engineering students through team-based learning experiences that involve collaboration with industry and clinical mentors. The project will incorporate emerging technologies and ethical considerations into the curriculum, ultimately preparing students to address healthcare equity and accessibility issues through innovative design solutions. By fostering a pipeline from research to clinical practice, the initiative seeks to empower the next generation of bioengineers to contribute effectively to the healthcare system.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare access and innovative solutions that address critical healthcare challenges.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives have successfully demonstrated the effectiveness of integrating education with practical applications in biotechnology, making this approach promising.
Where this research is happening
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Duke University
Durham, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kim, Cameron Michael — Duke University
- Study coordinator: Kim, Cameron Michael
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.