Bio-medical Engineering
Our researchers develop innovative technologies for monitoring, diagnostics, therapies, and interventions to address a wide range of diseases and disorders.
Leveraging cutting-edge microelectronics, MEMS, optoelectronics, and microfluidic technologies, the work advances miniature wearable and implantable devices, as well as biomedical computational modelling and bio-signal processing. Key research areas include sensing and diagnostics, neural interfaces, and drug delivery systems, with applications ranging from vital signs monitoring to advanced neural treatments for conditions such as Parkinson’s disease and epilepsy. Our research builds on a rich legacy of innovation, driving the future of healthcare technology.
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News
PhD student wins NVIDIA hackathon prize and government recognition for NHS tool
PhD candidate Rishan Patel and his team won prizes at NVIDIA's AI hackathon, then earned UK government recognition for WaitWise, their tool tackling NHS waiting list backlogs.
16 Jun 2026
EEE Researchers Receive Multiple Awards at ISCAS 2026
EEE researchers received multiple awards from the IEEE Circuits and Systems Society at the awards ceremony held during ISCAS 2026 in Shanghai, China.
08 Jun 2026
Prof Andreas Demosthenous elected IEEE UK and Ireland Section Vice Chair (Chair Elect)
Professor Andreas Demosthenous has been elected Vice Chair (Chair Elect) of the IEEE UK and Ireland Section, reflecting his leadership and long-standing contributions to IEEE.
12 Jan 2026
Research projects
Ocular Microtremor and Sedation in ICU
The LUCID project devises a system that can regress sedation scales based on OMT data collected by EOG.
15 Jun 2026
Nikon-UCL Prosperity Partnership on Next-Generation X-Ray Imaging
This project will apply novel technologies to a range of high-impact applications, including non-destructive testing of composite materials, biomaterials and tissue-engineered organs, and in forensics
11 Jun 2026
PROSPECT
Programmable and Robust Optical frequency combs to empower Stability and Precision for Sensing and Communication Technologies (PROSPECT).
09 Jun 2026
Case studies
How UCL is powering the next generation of semiconductor innovation
UCL researchers are advancing semiconductor science, from new materials and devices to AI-ready hardware, driving innovation, skills and partnerships across the UK.
03 Dec 2025
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