Supports fundamental and transformative research projects that integrate engineering and life sciences to solve biomedical problems. Funded projects develop models, systems, and tools to understand physiological and pathophysiological processes, focusing on advancing biomedical engineering knowledge. Proposals must advance both engineering and biomedical sciences and exclude drug design, devices without living components, and animal disease models.
Eligibility is unrestricted, open to any type of entity. Specific eligibility clarifications may apply as noted in the full program text.