EnMed Facilities - School of Engineering Medicine

Rows of medical engineering desks at EnMed inside the lab

EnMed Innovation Center

The EnMed Innovation Center (EIC) is a key facility for engineering medicine, providing advanced tools and technology for students and researchers to develop innovative solutions.

Maker’s Space (Main Lab)

The Maker’s Space is equipped with a range of 3D printing options to support various projects:

Open Access 3D Printers: Defaulted to PLA, compatible with TPU, ABS, and carbon fiber-infused filaments.
SLA Form 3 and 3B Printers: Use Formlabs resins, including biocompatible materials, and can produce injection molds with Rigid 10K resin.
Stratasys F370: Supports a variety of materials, such as PLA, ABS, nylon, and carbon fiber-reinforced options for prototypes and tooling.
Stratasys J55: A PolyJet printer that offers full-color printing with materials like VeroUltra and Digital ABS Plus.

Commonly used materials are stocked to reduce waste, and specialized materials can be ordered through EIC faculty or the Fischer Engineering Design Center (FEDC).

Computational Workstation

The computational workstations includes a computer lab with Oculus headsets for virtual reality training, providing realistic simulations for hands-on learning. It also features advanced injection molding machines and a high-power workstations for rapid prototyping and complex simulations in engineering and medical applications.

Study Rooms

Designed to encourage collaboration, the EIC study rooms are equipped with dry-erase walls, televisions, and conference-ready computers. These spaces support teamwork and brainstorming, making them ideal for project planning and interactive study sessions.

Tools and Equipment

The Maker’s Space is well-stocked with a comprehensive selection of electrical components, connectors, and adapters, alongside essential tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, hex keys, wire cutters, soldering irons, wrenches, voltage testers, multimeters, clamps, and precision tweezers. This extensive inventory ensures that students have access to nearly every essential tool for hands-on work and technical projects.

Interior of EnMed Innovation Center with high-tech medical engineering equipment

Wood Shop

The EIC’s woodshop is equipped with a comprehensive array of tools, empowering students to engage in woodworking and craft projects. Whether individuals are seasoned or beginners, this facility provides all the necessary resources and environment to bring creative visions to fruition.

Library

Students have access to comprehensive medical and engineering resources. This includes digital databases, journals, and study areas designed to support both individual and group learning.

hospital simulation lab

The simulation center occupies an entire floor, providing students with immersive, hands-on training experiences. The simulation suites replicate hospital environments, complete with beds, mock headwalls, and integrated teaching spaces. Students interact with standardized patients who are trained actors portraying various medical conditions allowing them to practice clinical skills in realistic settings. This experiential learning approach ensures students are well-prepared for real-world medical situations.

Fischer Engineering Design Center (FEDC)

The FEDC is situated on the main Texas A&M campus in Bryan College Station and serves as a dedicated space for EnMed students to learn, design, and build. For more information about the FEDC, click here.

Exterior of sign and floor to ceiling glass walls at the EnMed Innovation Center