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Department of Bioengineering

Welcome to the UK's leading Bioengineering department

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About the department

Learn about the Department of Bioengineering, including our mission, history, facilities, and the innovative field we’re shaping.

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Study with us

We are committed to providing high-quality teaching both in and outside the lecture theatre. Find out more about our undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

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Research

Our interdisciplinary research themes involve collaborations from all faculties at Imperial College, London hospitals, and international universities and research centres.

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People

Learn more about our world-leading academic and research staff and the professional staff teams that provide expert support.

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Industry

Discover how we collaborate with industry, from start-ups to global corporations, to advance biomedical and bioengineering technologies.

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News and events

Explore the department's latest news, upcoming events, and exciting advancements.

News

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Microbial Foods as a sustainable, healthy and resilient source of nutrients

13 May 2025

07 May 2025

AI partnership with California children’s hospital set to transform patient…

22 April 2025

First microbes blast off testing production of food for space travel

16 April 2025

Imperial Global Singapore celebrates a year of research collaboration and…

Events

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