Bioengineering Department - University of Louisville

04/03/2026

As a follow-up to yesterday’s visit, Dr. Tareq Ghalwash met with Dr. John Naber, Chair of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, and Dr. Pratik Parikh, Chair of the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering at the University of Louisville to discuss the next steps to finalize the matching process for the master’s transfer programs. This meeting represents an important step toward strengthening collaboration and establishing clear pathways for students to transition into graduate programs, and we look forward to continuing this progress and successfully implementing these initiatives.

04/01/2026

As a follow-up to his visit, today, Dr. Tarek Ghalwash, Vice President for Research at Mansoura University, visited the Bioimaging Laboratory at the University of Louisville. During the visit, he had the opportunity to meet with Egyptian students and discuss their academic progress, research activities, and milestones toward graduation. The discussion highlighted the students’ achievements and their contributions to advanced research in medical imaging and artificial intelligence.

03/31/2026

Dr. Tarek Ghalwash, Vice President for Research at Mansoura University, visited the University of Louisville and engaged with the leadership of the J.B. Speed School of Engineering. He met with Dean Kevin Walsh, Interim Dean of the Speed School of Engineering, and other Speed School leaders.

The discussions centered on exploring new collaborative initiatives, including potential agreements related to the recently approved PhD program in Artificial Intelligence in Medicine and Health. Both institutions also reviewed the progress of the dual-degree undergraduate program and the Master of Science transfer agreement.

These initiatives are intended to establish pathways for students from Mansoura University to enroll in these programs at the University of Louisville beginning in Fall 2026. This collaboration is expected to enhance international partnerships and broaden opportunities in AI-driven healthcare education and research.

03/25/2026

We are proud to share that Dr. Joseph Chen has been selected for the EVPRI Ascending STARS program, a highly competitive, prestigious recognition highlighting the innovation and impact of his research. Dr. Chen’s achievement reflects his outstanding contributions to bioengineering and the growing visibility of his work at both the university and national levels. Notably, he is the second BE faculty member to receive this honor, following Dr. Jonathan Kopechek—further demonstrating the strength and momentum of our department. Please join us in congratulating Dr. Chen on this well-deserved recognition.

03/24/2026

I am very proud to share some outstanding news from our Bioengineering (BE) family.

Connor Centner, our alumnus who completed his undergraduate, MS, and PhD degrees in Bioengineering at the University of Louisville, has published his work as first and corresponding author in Radiology (Impact Factor: 15.1), the top-ranked journal in the field of radiology. Publishing in this journal is a significant achievement and reflects the highest level of scientific impact and excellence.

His paper, titled “Thermal and Nonthermal Liver Ablation: Mechanistic Foundations, Clinical Implementation, Immunologic Trial Design, and Artificial Intelligence,” represents an important contribution to the field and highlights the strength of our BE training and research.

Congratulations to Connor on this well-deserved success. I would also like to congratulate Dr. Kopechek for his outstanding mentorship and support.

We are proud of you, Connor, and grateful to see you representing BE at the highest level.

03/13/2026

I am pleased to announce that the application portal for our new PhD Program in Artificial Intelligence in Medicine and Health, developed in collaboration with the School of Public Health and Information Sciences, is now open. We are currently accepting applications for the first cohort, which will begin in Fall 2026.

Interested students and applicants can submit their applications through the University of Louisville Graduate School application portal: https://graduate.louisville.edu/admission/apply

When applying, applicants should select “Graduate School Interdisciplinary Studies” as the program and then choose the “AI in Medicine” option within the Graduate School.

Please note that the program has not yet been fully listed in the official University of Louisville catalog; however, a PDF of the program's catalog page is available upon request and can be shared with prospective applicants if needed.

We would greatly appreciate your help in sharing this opportunity with qualified and interested students, researchers, and professionals who may wish to pursue doctoral training in this exciting and rapidly growing field.

For more information, please feel free to contact:
Dr. Martin G. O’Toole ([email protected]), PhD, Director, Artificial Intelligence in Medicine Graduate Studies
Betty Nunn ([email protected]), Department Coordinator IV

Thank you all for your support and contributions in making this program possible. We look forward to welcoming an outstanding first cohort of students in Fall 2026.

Are you ready to become a University of Louisville graduate student? UofL is dedicated to helping you succeed!

03/04/2026

We are pleased to announce the opening of applications for the new Master of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration in Nanomedicine, a collaborative graduate program offered by the Bioengineering Department (Speed School of Engineering) and the Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology (School of Medicine).

This innovative program integrates bioengineering with pharmacology and toxicology to prepare future scientists and professionals for work at the intersection of advanced biomaterials, nanopharmaceuticals, and translational medicine. It is intended for students seeking careers in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, as well as those preparing for professional programs in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing, or bioengineering. Applicants must possess a bachelor’s degree in a science-related field, such as biology, biochemistry, chemistry, engineering, physics, or a health-related discipline, and meet the minimum GPA requirements (overall GPA ≥ 3.0 and science GPA ≥ 3.0).

The curriculum offers students the following:
• A comprehensive foundation in nanoscale bioengineering and advanced biomaterials design
• Core competencies in nanopharmacology, encompassing biophysical characterization, biodistribution, clearance, and pharmacokinetics of nanodrugs
• Essential translational nanomedicine concepts, including immunology and nanomedicine interfaces, immunotherapeutics, extracellular vesicle-based therapeutics, nanotoxicology,
and principles of nanomedicine manufacturing and regulations

Students may tailor the program to their career goals through elective courses in toxicology, biomedical acoustics, mechanobiology, and machine learning. This is a 30-credit-hour program designed to be completed within one year (three semesters).

Program Directors:
• Dr. Hermann Frieboes, Department of Bioengineering
• Dr. Joshua Hood, Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology

More information is available here:
https://catalog.louisville.edu/graduate/programs-study/20master-of-science-in-interdisciplinary-studies-concentration-in-nanomedicine/

Applications may be submitted at:
https://graduate.louisville.edu/admission/apply

We welcome your interest in the program and encourage early application.

Are you ready to become a University of Louisville graduate student? UofL is dedicated to helping you succeed!

03/03/2026

The Department of Bioengineering at the University of Louisville is pleased to announce a comprehensive offering of fully online courses for Summer 2026. Registration opens on April 2, 2026. Classes begin on May 11, 2026, and the final day to add or drop courses is May 14, 2026.

These online courses provide an excellent opportunity for students to accelerate their progress toward graduation, stay on track with their degree plans, or maintain academic momentum while participating in internships, co-op programs, research experiences, or other off-campus activities.

The Summer 2026 offerings include a broad range of undergraduate and graduate courses covering core areas in bioengineering as well as advanced topics such as artificial intelligence in medicine, medical imaging, biomaterials, physiology, cancer mechanobiology, and large language models for healthcare applications.

These courses are also open to non-UofL students, who may enroll as non-degree students. For enrollment assistance, students may contact Betty Nunn at [email protected].

Several of the courses apply toward the Artificial Intelligence Certificate. Students enrolled in eligible courses are encouraged to apply to the certificate program so that the credits may be properly applied. The certificate can be completed alongside any graduate degree program, and approved courses may count toward both the certificate and the student’s primary degree.

For additional information, please feel free to reach out.

02/17/2026

02/13/2026

The Department of Bioengineering at the University of Louisville invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position with a joint appointment between the Department of Bioengineering in the J.B. Speed School of Engineering and the Department of Orthopedic Surgery in the School of Medicine. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2026.

This joint position is intended to strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration between engineering and clinical orthopedics, with a strong emphasis on biomechanics, rehabilitation engineering, and additive manufacturing (3D printing). The successful candidate will contribute to education, research, and translational innovation at the interface of bioengineering and orthopedic surgery.

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Department: Bioengineering Location: Belknap Campus Time Type: Full time Worker Type: Regular Term (Fixed Term) Job Req ID: R108183 Position Description: The University of Louisville invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position with a joint appointment between the Department....