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Dr. Mark Bauer Memorial Endowed Scholarship
Dr. Mark Bauer discovered his passion for biomedical engineering in high school, writing about it in an English class biography assignment. He went on to earn a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from the University of South Florida in December 2022 excelling through high-level research. He had a reputation as a kind and remarkable individual who valued community and camaraderie; and organized luncheons and events to bring people together. After his unexpected passing, a special scholarship was created. This is the story of the 2025 recipient.
Senior Capstone Design Experience at USF Medical Engineering
The USF Biomedical Engineering Capstone is a year-long, sponsor-driven design experience where student teams transform authentic clinical and industry problems into functioning solutions using the Stanford Biodesign Process. Guided by faculty, mentors, medical professionals, and industry engineers, teams deliberately combine biomedical, mechanical, electrical, and computing skill sets to navigate the full engineering journey—from early stakeholder interviews and problem framing to measurable requirements and testable specifications.
Dr. Huabei Jiang - NIH R01 $1.9M Grant Renewal: Listening to the Unseen - Photoacoustic Imaging for Early Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) are the leading preventable cause of birth defects and lifelong neurodevelopmental delays, affecting up to 40,000 infants each year in the US alone. Despite its significant prevalence, there is currently no effective way to predict FASD during pregnancy, and no approved treatments exist once damage has occurred.
Dr. Christopher L. Passaglia Renews his NIH R01 Grant: Advancing Glaucoma Research with Precision Eye‑Pressure Control
Christopher L. Passaglia, Ph.D., a Professor of Medical Engineering at the University of South Florida in Tampa, has led pioneering work at the intersection of ocular neuroscience and bioengineering. His Ocular Neuroscience & Neuroengineering Lab—focuses on understanding how networks of retinal neurons encode visual signals in normal and diseased states and translating that understanding into diagnostic and therapeutic ocular devices.
Dr. George Spirou Receives NIH R01 grant renewal for Early Brain Development Research
We are proud to share that Dr. George Spirou, Professor in the Department of Medical Engineering, has received a renewal of his 5-year NIH R01 grant—one of the most prestigious and competitive funding awards from the National Institutes of Health.
2025 Medical Engineering Inductees: Drs. Robert Frisina and Richard Heller Honored as ASEMFL Members for Research Excellence
The Department of Medical Engineering at the University of South Florida is proud to announce that two of its distinguished faculty members—Drs. Robert Frisina and Richard Heller—have been recognized by the Academy of Science, Engineering and Medicine of Florida (ASEMFL) for their outstanding contributions to science and innovation.
Dr. Alex Otten Receives USF Medical Engineering Faculty of the Year, 2025
Dr. Alex Otten began teaching as a faculty member at USF in Fall of 2023. While he may have a new title, he is no stranger to teaching at USF. In fact, he has been a part of the USF herd since 2006 when he started his bachelor’s in electrical engineering.
“Biomedical Systems Meet Microelectronics: Dr. Albert Kim Enhances USF’s $3M NSF-Funded STEP-UP Traineeship”
Associate Professor Albert Kim of Medical Engineering engaged with the USF’s interdisciplinary research team (Drs. Kumar, Katkoori, Yilmaz, and Alcantar), and received a prestigious five-year, $3 million NSF Research Training (NRT) grant, known as STEP-UP: Science, Technology, Engineering, Program for Upward Partnership for Advancing Microelectronics Education and Training.
USF Staff Member of the Year - Recognizing Cherine Chehab for Outstanding Service and Impact
Aligned with USF’s principles of community and inclusion, Ms. Cherine Chehab has played a critical role in the success of the Department of Medical Engineering, first as Academic Advisor and now as our sole Academic Services Administrator (ASA). With a master’s in BME, she is exceptionally qualified to help our faculty and assist guiding students through one of the College’s most complex curricula.
Skyler Cruz Graduate Academic Program Specialist
We’re excited to welcome Skyler Cruz, our new Graduate Academic Program Specialist!
Medical Engineering Space Expansion: New BME Research and Teaching Labs on the Horizon
The University of South Florida Space Committee, Chaired by Vice-Provost Steven Tauber, has given us a unique opportunity to expand our research and teaching facilities by awarding most of the rest of the space (7th floor) in one of our modern research buildings.
BME Student Senior Capstone Projects - 2025
14 Teams, 39 Students, 12 Sponsor Companies & Institutions