Bioengineering Capstone: Real-World Design and Prototyping in Biomedical Engineering

Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Timeline
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May 5, 2025Experience start
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May 13, 2025Project Kickoff
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June 2, 2026Experience end
Timeline
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May 5, 2025Experience start
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May 13, 2025Project Kickoff
Initial project scoping: defining the problem, goals, and success metrics.
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June 2, 2026Experience end
Experience
2 projects wanted
Dates set by experience
Preferred companies
Anywhere
Any company type
Any industries
Experience scope
Categories
BiotechnologySkills
scientific studies presentations design specifications engineering design process biomedical engineering diagnostic tools design reviews critical design review (cdr) ethical standards and conduct biological engineeringThis capstone experience provides companies with a team of senior-level bioengineering learners who are trained to apply engineering design principles to solve complex real-world biomedical challenges.
Throughout the course, learners will:
- Design, develop, and prototype medical devices, diagnostic tools, or bioengineering systems.
- Work under real-world fiscal, regulatory, and safety constraints to refine their designs.
- Utilize prototyping labs and wet lab spaces to construct and test solutions.
- Communicate findings effectively through written reports, oral presentations, and technical documentation.
- Consider ethical, environmental, and economic factors in engineering solutions.
Learners will:
- Apply engineering and bioengineering principles to solve complex problems.
- Conduct background research, including journal articles and patents, to inform design choices.
- Develop a working prototype or simulation with documentation and testing data.
- Address safety, compliance, and regulatory considerations in the design process.
- Communicate results effectively through design history documentation, presentations, and final reports.
- Work in interdisciplinary team settings to complete projects on time and within scope.
Learners
Learners
Undergraduate
Intermediate, Advanced levels
15 learners
Project
50 hours per learner
Educators assign learners to projects
Teams of 5
Expected Outcomes:
- Design, develop, and test a biomedical device, diagnostic system, or bioengineering solution.
- Integrate scientific research, regulatory requirements, and user needs into their design process.
- Companies will receive innovative solutions that align with industry standards and potential commercialization.
Deliverables:
- Design Concept Report – Includes project rationale, literature review, and design specifications.
- Critical Design Review Presentation – Mid-course progress presentation to faculty and sponsors.
- Prototype or Simulation – A functional prototype, model, or validated simulation of the proposed solution.
- Final Design Review Presentation – A summary of the project, including results and next steps.
- Executive Summary & Poster Presentation – A concise overview of the project for external judges and industry professionals.
Project timeline
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May 5, 2025Experience start
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May 13, 2025Project Kickoff
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June 2, 2026Experience end
Timeline
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May 5, 2025Experience start
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May 13, 2025Project Kickoff
Initial project scoping: defining the problem, goals, and success metrics.
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June 2, 2026Experience end
Project Examples
Requirements
- Medical Device Development: Designing a cost-effective and portable biosensor for rapid disease detection.
- Tissue Engineering Solutions: Developing a 3D-printed scaffold for bone regeneration applications.
- Biomechanics & Wearable Tech: Creating a sensor-integrated rehabilitation glove for stroke patients.
- Drug Delivery Systems: Designing a microfluidic device for targeted drug release.
- Point-of-Care Diagnostics: Developing a smartphone-integrated diagnostic tool for at-home monitoring.
Additional company criteria
Companies must answer the following questions to submit a match request to this experience:
Additional company criteria
Companies must answer the following questions to submit a match request to this experience:
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Timeline
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May 5, 2025Experience start
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May 13, 2025Project Kickoff
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June 2, 2026Experience end
Timeline
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May 5, 2025Experience start
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May 13, 2025Project Kickoff
Initial project scoping: defining the problem, goals, and success metrics.
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June 2, 2026Experience end