We are a recently established laboratory in UNL’s Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering. The objectives of the IBL are to:

  • Solve essential biomedical challenges through exceptional research and engineering
  • Provide industry-relevant research opportunities for UNL engineering students
  • Collaborate with local primary education to enhance K12 interest in STEM

Our expertise is in:

  • Medical therapeutics, devices, and surgical tools
  • Intuitive, ambulatory biosensors
  • Biomechanical behavior of tissues and organs
  • Commercial applications of biomedical technology
To accomplish the above objectives in these areas of expertise, the IBL has significant research and development tools for rapid prototyping, fabrication, and testing of biological materials. Through our collaboration with the UNL East Campus, CAST, and UNMC we have rich partnerships with world-class surgeons and medical personnel.