About the center
The Center for Biomedical Research
The Center for Biomedical Research (CBR) is a multidisciplinary research center devoted to the study of advanced biomaterials, devices, therapeutics, and related biomedical topics for applications in the biomedical industry.
The objectives of the center
- Promote interdisciplinary collaboration that enhances the rate of scientific discovery and technological advances to develop the next generation of biomaterials, biomedical devices, and therapeutics
- Enhance facilities and equipment for biomedical research
- Develop research and education programs to train the next generation of biomedical engineers, providing a future workforce for the vital biotechnology industry in Missouri and the US
- Promote technology transfer and entrepreneurship to commercialize new knowledge, which should improve patient outcomes and expand economic development in Missouri and the US.
Faculty Research Investigators
Faculty members at Missouri S&T who have research interests in biomedical science are welcome and encouraged to participate in the Center for Biomedical Research (CBR) as Research Investigators.
For more information
Please contact the director, Dr. Yue-Wern Huang.
Research Funding
The CBR typically supports 3 to 5 seed projects each year. A call for white papers is issued to all CBR members in May. This is a One-year project to promote interdisciplinary collaborations, both on campus and off. Click here to learn more. Seed Grant