Turning science and engineering into medical practice.
Our Mission
The Institute for Engineering in Medicine's (IEM) mission is to advance healthcare through research partnerships between faculty in the health sciences, faculty in the College of Science and Engineering, and the biomedical industry.
Our Research
The Institute for Engineering in Medicine (IEM) research collaborations aim at the development of innovative engineering solutions for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. We are always looking to add new research themes as we add new members and research partners to IEM.
Note from the Director
"Engineers, scientists, and clinicians have made amazing advances in medicine by working together over the past 75 years. The Institute for Engineering in Medicine exists to make the next 75 years even more amazing."
John Bischof, IEM Director
MN Neuromodulation Symposium
Oct 22 & 23 | Hybrid
Bringing together scientists, engineers, clinicians, industrial practitioners and entrepreneurs to discuss the challenges and opportunities in neuromodulation.
Registration closes Oct. 5, 2026. Rates increase onsite.
Organoid Symposium
Sept 30, 2026 | R&D Systems Headquarters
Join researchers from academia, clinical research, and nonprofit organizations to explore advances in biologically relevant organoid models. Scientific sessions will cover immune cell integration, technologies for evaluating organoid complexity, and the future of non-animal models.
Events & Opportunities
Sept 21-22: Redefining Success in Epilepsy Neuromodulation
Sept 24: Research Forum: Tips for the Next NIH Cycle and Beyond
Community Arts @ Health Sciences (Deadline: Sept 29)
RapidEval Program (Deadline: Oct 31)
