• Match Day stands as a monumental occasion, marking the completion of years of hard work and dedication as medical students take the next step toward becoming practicing physicians in the real world. EnMed’s excitement surrounding this event is thrilling as the next graduating class of physicianeers eagerly awaits their residency placements.  In the time leading […]

  • Capstone Week, also known as Humanities, Ethics, Altruism, and Leadership (HEAL Week) at the Texas A&M School of Engineering Medicine, represents an important transition for aspiring physicianeers, combining academic theory and clinical practice. The week is designed to be an immersive experience that equips students with the skills, knowledge, and confidence necessary to excel in […]

  •   Recognizing outstanding achievements is always a significant event, particularly at Texas A&M School of Engineering Medicine, where excellence and dedication to becoming a physicianeer is a challenging skill. The 2024 M4 Student Awards ceremony was a wonderful celebration of excellence, where students from various medical disciplines were recognized for their outstanding achievements and contributions. […]

  • The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has provided clearance of a unique MRI whole body scanner that Roderic Pettigrew, Ph.D., M.D., Inaugural dean of the School of Engineering Medicine, envisioned in 2018.  This scanner has 2.5 times the sensitivity for seeing small things that the most powerful prior whole-body scanners can and 5 times that […]

  • EnMed creates a unique and transformative experience for aspiring healthcare professionals by intersecting engineering and medicine within medical education. A prime example of this fusion is the neuroanatomy lab, a standout course instructed by Dr. Michael Paolini, a neuroscientist at Texas A&M School of Engineering Medicine.  EnMed’s anatomy dissection labs are a testament to the […]

  • This Engineers’ Week, we recognize Dr. Nicholas Sears, an outstanding instructional professor at Texas A&M School of Engineering Medicine. He epitomizes ingenuity and dedication in engineering medicine, with expertise in 3D printing, device design, bioreactors, and robotics. Dr. Sears has made significant contributions to academia and research, leaving a lasting impact in both fields.  Dr. Sears […]

  • In a fascinating seminar this month at Texas A&M School of Engineering Medicine, Dr. William Fernandez, a distinguished NASA flight surgeon, highlighted the role of medical professionals in space exploration. This event gave students a unique opportunity to get insights into the challenges faced by astronauts and the vital contributions of healthcare experts to the […]

  • The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents has officially approved a $15 million investment to expand innovative laboratory facilities at Texas A&M’s School of Engineering Medicine (EnMed) Tower, located in the Texas Medical Center in Houston.  This construction project aims to bolster on-site research capabilities, positioning the institution to attract top-tier faculty researchers to […]

  • As Cupid’s arrow finds its mark this Valentine’s Day, two Ph.D. research students at Texas A&M School of Engineering Medicine aim for a heart that beats stronger and healthier through groundbreaking innovations in cardiac care. Enter Jack Wang and David Jiang, students who are passionate about blending engineering with medical expertise, are at the forefront […]

  • Driven by a deep-seated passion for business and finance, coupled with hands-on experience collaborating with diverse companies in the fields of medical equipment and cancer diagnostics, Varshni Nandakumar, an M2 medical student, recognized a unique opportunity. This realization sparked the inception of MedPath Ventures, a student organization founded and spearheaded by Nandakumar.      Currently a student […]

  • As Dr. John S. Wilson reflects on his journey to EnMed, he finds inspiration in the wonders of the natural world with his favorite quote: “The more I study nature, the more I stand amazed at the work of the Creator,” citing the sentiment of Louis Pasteur in his pursuit of knowledge at the intersection […]

  • In an influential gathering near Tunis this December, the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Engineering in Medicine & Biology Society (IEEE EMBS) Tunisia North Africa Forum on Healthcare Innovations unfolded enthusiastically. At the heart of this event was the convergence of brilliant minds, particularly those passionate about the intersection of engineering and medicine.  Dr. […]