Engineering of Biomedical Systems
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TheEngineering of Biomedical Systemsprogram is part of the Engineering Biology and Health cluster, which also includes: 1) theBiophotonicsprogram; 2) theBiosensingprogram; 3) theCellular and Biochemical Engineeringprogram; and 4) theDisability and Rehabilitation Engineeringprogram. The goal of theEngineering of Biomedical Systems(EBMS) program is to provide opportunities for fundamental and transformative research projects that integrate engineering and life sciences to solve biomedical problems and serve humanity in the long term. Projects are expected to use an engineering framework (for example, design or modeling) that supports increased understanding of physiological or pathophysiological processes. Projects must include objectives that advance both engineering and biomedical sciences. Projects may include: methods, models, and enabling tools applied to understand or control living systems; fundamental improvements in deriving information from cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems; or new approaches to the design of systems that include both living and non-living components for eventual medical use in the long term. TheEBMS programsupports fundamental and transformative research in the following areas of biomedical engineering: Developmentof validated models (living or computational) of healthy and pathological tissues and organ systems that can support improved fundamental understanding of these systems or that could be applied in the future for development and test.
The Engineering of Biomedical Systems (EBMS) program is a nationally available grant opportunity designed for researchers and innovators seeking to advance fundamental and transformative biomedical engineering research. This program is ideal for those integrating engineering principles with life sciences to solve critical biomedical challenges. EBMS funds projects that develop validated computational or living models of healthy and pathological tissues and organ systems, create methods and tools to understand or control living systems, and design innovative systems combining living and non-living components for future medical applications. The program emphasizes research that advances both engineering and biomedical sciences simultaneously, using engineering frameworks such as design and modeling to deepen understanding of physiological and pathophysiological processes. Entrepreneurs and research teams in biomedical engineering, tissue engineering, organ modeling, and related fields should consider applying to access significant funding for foundational research that has long-term potential to transform healthcare and improve human health outcomes.
Funding Facts
Who can apply
Last verified July 5, 2026 · Source: Grants.gov
Grant Details
Funding Range
Varies by funding cycle
Grant Type
federal
Application Cycle
Consult official website for current deadlines and application cycles
Best For
Research institutions, universities, biomedical engineers, life scientists, and innovators conducting fundamental biomedical research
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Engineering of Biomedical Systems?
Specific eligibility criteria are not provided in the current information. For detailed eligibility requirements, including institutional affiliations, researcher qualifications, and citizenship status, visit the official program website or contact the administering agency directly.
How much funding does Engineering of Biomedical Systems provide?
Specific funding amounts and ranges are not currently available. Award amounts vary by funding cycle and project scope. Consult the official program website for current funding levels and detailed financial information.
How do I apply for Engineering of Biomedical Systems?
Applications are submitted through the official program portal. Visit the administering agency's website for complete application instructions, required documentation, submission procedures, and current deadlines. Prepare a detailed research proposal outlining your project's engineering framework, biomedical objectives, and expected outcomes.
What can Engineering of Biomedical Systems funding be used for?
Funding supports fundamental and transformative research including: development of validated models (computational or living) of tissues and organs; methods and enabling tools to understand or control living systems; improved approaches to derive information from cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems; and design of integrated living and non-living systems for future medical applications.
Last updated: July 5, 2026