The Biomedical Engineering Department at Wayne State University offers BS(including dual degree options with Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering), Bridge Certificate in Injury Biomechanics, MS, PhD and MD/PhD degrees. It is involved in some of the most advanced research in the field. Our faculty have made significant contributions in automotive safety and the prevention of sports-related and military injuries. Groundbreaking research is also being conducted in the development of tissue-engineered nerves and heart valves as well as imaging techniques for improved diagnosis of brain injury and cancer. Our research has led to improvement in the standards of the automotive industry, better protective equipment for our soldiers and athletes, new techniques to repair damaged tissue and improved diagnostic imaging of trauma and disease.