Bioengineering
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BioEngineering Research Orientation Workshop (BE-ROW)
In the BioEngineering Research Orientation Workshop (BE-ROW) course, students collaborate with active researchers and work in teams to design and carry out a bioengineering research or design investigation from their home “lab,” building on foundational knowledge from a BE-BOAT course or by permission. Through structured project experiences in areas such as BioMechanics, BioImaging, and Tissue Engineering, students engage in the full research process—from literature review and study design to data analysis, scientific writing, and presentation.
Quarter Dates, Schedules, and Deadlines
Introduction to Bioengineering Research (BEI2R) - Live Online - Spring 2027
REQUIRED PREREQUISITE: Completion of BE-BOAT course. Students may also apply to both BE-BOAT and BE-ROW concurrently; however, admission into BE-ROW is contingent upon the successful completion of the associated BE-BOAT course.
- Dates: April 3, 2027 to May 23, 2027
- Units: 3.00 Pre-College units, 90000 level
- Open to: 9th-12th grade students
- Application: Click here to apply!
- Application Deadline: TBD
- Course Delivery: Live Online
- Tuition: $3,000
- Prerequisite: Successful completion of one BE-BOAT course or instructor's permission.
Students may also apply to both BE-BOAT and BE-ROW concurrently; however, admission into BE-ROW is contingent upon the successful completion of the associated BE-BOAT course. - Schedule:
- Saturday 1:30pm - 2:30pm PST
- Sunday 12:00pm - 1:00pm PST
- Days and times are preliminary, and to be finalized based on student availability.
- Instructor: Professor Robert L. Sah
What distinguishes research in Bioengineering from traditional research in biology or technology development in other engineering disciplines? This course offers students the opportunity to explore that question through a guided, team-based biomedical engineering research or design project conducted from their home-based “lab.” BEI²R builds upon foundational knowledge gained through a BE-BOAT course or by instructor permission.
Students will collaborate with active researchers and engage in the full research cycle, including literature review, problem definition, bioengineering modeling, study design, experimental data acquisition, results analysis and interpretation, scientific writing, and formal presentation of findings. A range of pre-defined research topics will be available in areas such as BioMechanics, BioImaging, 3D Printing, MechanoBiology, Tissue Engineering, and Regenerative Medicine, with project assignments based on student interests.
Other Program Information
Students will need:
Computer and a cell phone, each with internet access, camera, microphone, audio output, web browser, and Zoom software.
Fees, Eligibility, and Laboratory Kit Requirements for Remote Participants:
UC San Diego Research Scholars Bioengineering program is a self-supported program that does not receive any State or Federal funding. As a result, we are unable to offer financial aid, grants, or scholarships to our program participants currently.
Students enrolled in the home lab (online) format will receive laboratory kits shipped directly to their designated address; these kits are included in the tuition fee and may be provided on a loan basis. To remain in good standing and maintain eligibility for future UC San Diego Research Scholars programs, all loaned materials must be returned promptly upon course completion. Students should also anticipate an estimated out-of-pocket cost of approximately $50 for locally sourced miscellaneous supplies.
International applicants are advised that additional shipping fees may apply. Furthermore, due to customs regulations in certain countries, some students may encounter restrictions that prevent the delivery of required materials. Nevertheless, all interested applicants are encouraged to apply, as individual circumstances will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Eligibility Criteria – Grade Level and Age Requirements:
Applicants must be current high school students enrolled in grades 9 through 12 and possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. For enrollment in online courses, students must be at least 14 years of age by the start date of the course. For participation in in-person courses, students must be at least 15 years of age by the commencement of the program.
Fall, Winter, and Spring Cancellation/Refund Policies:
Fall, Winter and Spring Cancellation/Refund Policies:
- Cancellation or withdrawal for any reason must be requested 15 business days BEFORE the course start date will receive a full refund
- Cancellation or withdrawal for any reason WITHIN 5-15 business days to the start date will receive 50% refund
- Refunds for cancellation or withdrawal up 5 business days of the course start date will only be issued for serious illness (doctor's certificate is required) or extenuating circumstances only. Tuition is not refunded for students who are dismissed from the program or who leave because of homesickness, behavioral issues, or failure to comply with covid policies.
- For courses with pre-requisites of a prior course and/or instructor permission, a full refund will be provided if continuation is not allowed.
You must submit an official drop request through your Triton Student System account. Notifying your instructor, emailing an administrative office, or not attending is not an official drop.
Please note: You are required to submit a written drop request if the class has not posted to your student account. You will receive a confirmation of your request. Refunds will take approximately 4-6 weeks to process. Refunds are issued in the same method of payment (check or charge) of payment to UC Regents.
Summer Cancellation/Refund Policies:
Summer Cancellation/Refund Policies
- Cancellation or withdrawal for any reason 6 weeks prior to the start date will receive a full refund
- Cancellation or withdrawal for any reason 4 weeks prior to the start date will receive 50% refund
- Refunds for cancellation or withdrawal within 4 weeks prior to the start of the program will only be issued for serious illness (doctor's certificate is required) or extenuating circumstances only. Tuition is not refunded for students who are dismissed from the program or who leave because of homesickness.
- For courses with pre-requisites of a prior course and/or instructor permission, a full refund will be provided if continuation is not allowed.
You must submit an official drop request through your Triton Student System account. Notifying your instructor, emailing an administrative office, or not attending is not an official drop.
Please note: You are required to submit a written drop request if the class has not posted to your student account. You will receive a confirmation of your request. Refunds will take approximately 4-6 weeks to process. Refunds are issued in the same method of payment (check or charge) of payment to UC Regents.