News
Jan 11, 2026
Northeastern Researchers Develop Breakthrough fMRI Technique
COS/BioE Assistant Professor Stephanie Noble developed a functional MRI breakthrough that enhances the precision and speed of brain imaging, opening new possibilities for mapping neurological activity and understanding cognitive functions.
Jan 06, 2026
Niedre Selected as SPIE Fellow
COE Distinguished Professor and Associate Dean of PhD Education Mark Niedre was selected as a fellow of the International Society for Optics and Photonics (SPIE).
Jan 06, 2026
Chung’s Research Featured on Cover of Laser & Photonics Reviews
BioE Associate Professor Samuel Chung’s research on “Widefield Targeted Illumination Microscopy Enables Optically-Sectioned, Motion-Resilient Imaging of Neuronal Fibers and Their Dynamics” was featured on the back cover of the December 17, 2025, edition of Laser & Photonics Reviews.
Dec 17, 2025
New Design Rules for Cartilage Drug Delivery
BioE Associate Professor Ambika Bajpayee’s lab established new design principles for joint drug delivery in an article titled “Spatial charge-hydrophobicity configuration modulates cationic peptide transport in cartilage,” recently published in Biophysical Journal.
Dec 11, 2025
New Faculty Spotlight: Yinnian (Andy) Feng
Yinnian (Andy) Feng joins the bioengineering department in January 2026 as an Assistant Professor.
Dec 04, 2025
Loth Receives ASME Savio L-Y. Woo Translational Biomechanics Medal
MIE/BioE Professor Francis Loth received the 2026 ASME Savio L-Y. Woo Translational Biomechanics Medal, which recognizes an individual who has translated meritorious bioengineering science to clinical practice through research, education, professional development, and with service to the bioengineering community.
Dec 04, 2025
New Discovery in Human Cells
BioE Professor Nikolai Slavov and his team at the Single-Cell Proteomics Center made a discovery in early human cell differences. The findings of this discovery could have a huge impact on regenerative medicine.
Dec 03, 2025
Bioengineering Students Develop Innovative Prosthetic for Para-Athlete
A group of bioengineering undergraduate students came together for their capstone project to develop a custom prosthetic foot and ankle for a para-athlete.