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, molding, and casting options to support various projects:

Open Access 3D Printers: 20+ FDM printers capable of utilizing both standard and exotic engineering filaments
SLA Form 4 and 4B Printers: Large variety of resins, including biocompatible, that can create everything from anatomical models to tooling and dies.
Stratasys F370: Supports a variety of materials, such as TPU, ABS, nylon, and carbon fiber-reinforced options for complex prototypes and tooling.
Stratasys J55: A PolyJet printer that offers variable-elasticity and multi-body printing with materials like ElasticoClear and Digital ABS Plus.
Injection Molding: Pneumatic and hand-powered injection molding machines allow for low cost production runs.
Silicone Molding: A large selection of materials, vacuum chambers, and vacuum ovens allow complex geometries to be created from silicone.
Metal Casting: Advanced printing resins and post processing allow for parts to be designed and cast in metallic materials.

Commonly used materials are stocked to reduce waste, and specialized supplies/materials can be ordered through EIC faculty.

Computational Lab

The computational lab area includes high-power workstations for 3D design and complex simulations in engineering and medical applications, four VR headsets for virtual reality design, medical simulations, and diagnostic image viewing, as well as an advanced 3D scanner for digitizing complex geometry or human body parts.

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

Machine Shop

The EIC’s machine shop is equipped with a comprehensive array of tools and equipment, empowering students to work with sheet metal, wood, and metal stock to create their prototypes in-house. 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