Developing a continuous design process for medical devices
Official title: Program-level continuous design process with FEA support for medical devices
Funded at Hofstra University · NIH-11099356 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping bioengineering students at Hofstra University learn how to design medical devices by working in teams and getting real-world insights, so they can better understand patient needs and be ready for exciting careers in healthcare technology.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Hofstra University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Hempstead, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2025 |
| Project end | March 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $43,112 |
| NIH project number | 1R25EB035522-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11099356 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include patients who require new or improved medical devices for their treatment.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not seeking new medical devices or who do not have conditions that require such innovations may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the educational experience of bioengineering students at Hofstra University by creating a continuous, team-based design process for medical devices. It incorporates clinical insights, business considerations, and advanced features through a structured three-phase approach: conceptualization, performance evaluation using Finite Element Analysis (FEA), and further development. The program aims to provide students with hands-on experience in identifying patient needs and generating innovative device concepts, ultimately preparing them for careers in biomedical and healthcare technology. By collaborating with professionals in the field, students will gain valuable mentorship and practical skills.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to the development of more effective and innovative medical devices that better meet patient needs.
How similar studies have gone: Other educational programs have successfully implemented similar team-based design processes, indicating a promising approach to medical device innovation.
Where this research is happening
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Hofstra University
Hempstead, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: De Guzman, Roche C. — Hofstra University
- Study coordinator: De Guzman, Roche C.
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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.