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- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.); Biomedical Engineering
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.); Biomedical Engineering — Bioinformatics
Biomedical Engineering
Location
Location
- Department of Biomedical Engineering
- Duff Medical Building
- 3775 University Street, Room 316
- Montreal QC H3A 2B4
- Canada
- Telephone: 514-398-6736
- Fax: 514-398-7461
- Website: www.mcgill.ca/bme
About Biomedical Engineering
About Biomedical Engineering
The Department offers graduate training programs leading to master's (M.Eng.) and Ph.D. degrees in Biomedical Engineering.
We provide instruction and opportunities for interdisciplinary research in the application of engineering, mathematics, and the physical sciences to problems in medicine and the life sciences. Courses are offered for graduate students in the life sciences, engineering, and the physical sciences.
Excellent laboratory facilities for basic and applied research are available in the Department and in the laboratories of associated staff located elsewhere on campus. The Department operates a network of high-performance workstations and well-equipped mechanical and electronics workshops.
Basic research in the Department concentrates on the application of quantitative engineering analysis methods to basic biomedical research problems. Currently active areas of research include: neuromuscular and postural control, muscle mechanics, the vestibular system, oculomotor control, the auditory system, joint prosthetics, biomaterials, artificial cells and organs, cell and tissue engineering, drug delivery, microencapsulation, microbiome and probiotics, functional food and neutraceuticals, medical imaging, microfluidics, nanomedicine and nanotechnology, and bioinformatics in genomics and proteomics. Staff members are also active in more applied research related to the development of quantitative analysis tools and instruments for biomedical research. Areas of activity here include: signal analysis, system identification, modelling, simulation and parameter estimation, image processing, pattern recognition, ultrasound, and biorobotics. A new option in bioinformatics is offered jointly with other University departments.
Graduate students may also be registered through the departments of Medicine, Science, and Engineering, and must then fulfil the requirements for advanced degrees imposed by their respective departments.
In addition, all students are required, through coursework and independent study, to achieve a degree of interdisciplinary competence appropriate to their area of specialization.
M.Eng. Meetings: 1) Initial; 2) Progress; and Fast-Track transfer to the Ph.D. program. Details of each meeting can be found at: www.mcgill.ca/bme/students/policies-forms.
Ph.D. Meetings: 1) Preliminary; 2) Comprehensive Exam Preparation; 3) Thesis Proposal and Comprehensive Exam; 4) Thesis Progress; and 5) Thesis Pre-submission. Details of each meeting can be found at: www.mcgill.ca/bme/students/policies-forms.
| Master of Engineering (M.Eng.); Biomedical Engineering (Thesis) (45 credits) |
|---|
| As the first Biomedical Engineering (BME) department in Canada, BME's internationally renowned staff provide frequent and stimulating interactions with physicians, scientists in many fields, and with the biomedical industry. 91ÉçÇø BME provides opportunities to receive training in a unique multidisciplinary environment, taking advantage of research collaborations between staff in the Faculties of Medicine, Science, and Engineering. BME offers only thesis-based graduate degrees (M.Eng.) spanning broad themes in neuromuscular and postural control, muscle mechanics, the vestibular system, oculomotor control, the auditory system, joint prosthetics, biomaterials, artificial cells and organs, cell and tissue engineering, drug delivery, microencapsulation, microbiome and probiotics, functional food and neutraceuticals, medical imaging, microfluidics, nanomedicine and nanotechnology, and bioinformatics in genomics and proteomics. For details, please refer to the BME website: www.mcgill.ca/bme. The best preparation is with a bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or medicine with a strong emphasis on mathematics, physics, chemistry, and basic physiology, or cell biology. Our BME graduates have secured positions in academia, biomedical and other industries, and government or regulatory sectors, either before or within a few months of graduation. |
| Master of Engineering (M.Eng.); Biomedical Engineering (Thesis) — Bioinformatics (45 credits) |
| Bioinformatics research lies at the intersection of biological/medical sciences and mathematics/computer science/engineering. The intention of the Bioinformatics Option is to train M.Eng. students to become researchers in this interdisciplinary field. This includes the development of strategies for experimental design, the construction of tools to analyze datasets, the application of modelling techniques, the creation of tools for manipulating Bioinformatics data, the integration of biological databases, and the use of algorithms and statistics. Students successfully completing the Bioinformatics Option will be fluent in the concepts, language, approaches, and limitations of the field. The option consists of a number of interdisciplinary courses and a seminar designed to bring students from many backgrounds together and to provide a thorough overview of research in this field. |
| Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.); Biomedical Engineering |
| As the first Biomedical Engineering (BME) department in Canada, BME internationally renowned staff provide frequent and stimulating interactions with physicians, scientists in many fields and with the biomedical industry. 91ÉçÇø BME provides opportunities to receive training in a unique multidisciplinary environment, taking advantage of research collaborations between staff in the Faculties of Medicine, Science, and Engineering. BME offers only thesis-based graduate degrees (Ph.D.) spanning broad themes in neuromuscular and postural control, muscle mechanics, the vestibular system, oculomotor control, the auditory system, joint prosthetics, biomaterials, artificial cells and organs, cell and tissue engineering, drug delivery, microencapsulation, microbiome and probiotics, functional food and neutraceuticals, medical imaging, microfluidics, nanomedicine and nanotechnology, and bioinformatics in genomics and proteomics. For details, please refer to the BME website: www.mcgill.ca/bme. The best preparation is with a bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or medicine and a master's degree in biomedical engineering, bioengineering, biotechnology, electrical engineering, physiology, chemical engineering, biomaterial, system engineering, imaging, or other related areas. Our BME graduates have secured positions in academia, biomedical and other industries, and government or regulatory sectors, either before or within a few months of graduation. |
| Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.); Biomedical Engineering — Bioinformatics |
| Bioinformatics research lies at the intersection of biological/medical sciences and mathematics/computer science/engineering. The intention of the Bioinformatics Option is to train Ph.D. students to become researchers in this interdisciplinary field. This includes the development of strategies for experimental design, the construction of tools to analyze datasets, the application of modelling techniques, the creation of tools for manipulating Bioinformatics data, the integration of biological databases and the use of algorithms and statistics. Students successfully completing the Bioinformatics Option will be fluent in the concepts, language, approaches, and limitations of the field, and will be capable of developing an independent Bioinformatics research program. The option consists of a number of interdisciplinary courses and a seminar designed to bring students from many backgrounds together and to provide a thorough overview of research in this field. |
Programs, Courses and University Regulations—2014-2015 (last updated Jul. 22, 2014) (disclaimer)
Biomedical Engineering Admission Requirements and Application Procedures
Biomedical Engineering Admission Requirements and Application Procedures
Admission Requirements
See Admission Requirements (Minimum Requirements to be Considered for Admission). In addition, please see the Department website: www.mcgill.ca/bme.
Application Procedures
91ÉçÇø’s online application form for graduate program candidates is available at www.mcgill.ca/gradapplicants/apply.
See Application Procedures for detailed application procedures.
Please address enquiries directly to the Department.
Application Deadlines
Application Deadlines
The application deadlines listed here are set by Biomedical Engineering and may be revised at any time. Applicants must verify all deadlines and documentation requirements well in advance on the appropriate 91ÉçÇø departmental website; please consult the list at www.mcgill.ca/gps/contact/graduate-program.
| Canadian | International | Special/Exchange/Visiting |
|---|---|---|
| Fall: April 15 | Fall: March 15 | Fall: Same as Canadian/International |
| Winter: Oct. 15 | Winter: Sept. 15 | Winter: Same as Canadian/International |
| Summer: N/A | Summer: N/A | Summer: N/A |
Admission to graduate studies is competitive; accordingly, late and/or incomplete applications are considered only as time and space permit.
Note: Applications for Summer term admission will not be considered.
Programs, Courses and University Regulations—2014-2015 (last updated Jul. 22, 2014) (disclaimer)
Biomedical Engineering Faculty
Biomedical Engineering Faculty
| Chair |
|---|
| R.E. Kearney |
| Emeritus Professor |
| T.M.S. Chang; B.Sc., M.D.,C.M., Ph.D.(McG.), F.R.C.P.(C), F.R.S.(C) (joint appt. with Physiology) |
| Professors |
| D.L. Collins; B.Sc., M.Eng., Ph.D.(McG.) (joint appt. with Neurology and Neurosurgery) |
| A.C. Evans; B.Sc.(Liv.), M.Sc.(Sur.), Ph.D.(Leeds) (joint appt. with Neurology and Neurosurgery) |
| H.L. Galiana; B.Eng., M.Eng., Ph.D.(McG.) |
| R.E. Kearney; B.Eng., M.Eng., Ph.D.(McG.) |
| S. Prakash; B.Sc.(Hon.), M.Sc., M.Tech.(BHU), Ph.D.(McG.) |
| M. Tabrizian; B.Sc.(Iran), M.Sc., Ph.D.(PMC-France), M.B.A.(HEC) (joint appt. with Dentistry) |
| Associate Professors |
| W.R.J. Funnell; B.Eng., M.Eng., Ph.D.(McG.) (joint appt. with Otolaryngology) |
| D. Juncker; Dipl., Ph.D.(Neuch-Switzerland) |
| J.L. Nadeau; B.A., Ph.D.(Minn.) |
| Associate Members |
| S. Baillet (Neurology and Neurosurgery) |
| C. Baker (Ophthalmology) |
| F. Barthelat (Mechanical Engineering) |
| K. Cullen (Physiology) |
| A. Ehrlicher (Bioengineering) |
| I. El Naqa (Oncology) |
| J. Gotman (Neurology and Neurosurgery) |
| D. Guitton (Neurology and Neurosurgery) |
| A. Hendricks (Bioengineering) |
| A. Kamen (Bioengineering) |
| A. Katsarkas (Otolaryngology) |
| J. Kinsella (Bioengineering) |
| A.M. Lauzon (Medicine) |
| R. Leask (Chemical Engineering) |
| T. Milner (Kinesiology and Physical Education) |
| G. Mitsis (Bioengineering) |
| L. Mongeau (Mechanical Engineering) |
| R. Mongrain (Mechanical Engineering) |
| J. Near (Psychiatry) |
| D. Nicolau (Bioengineering) |
| D. Pasini (Mechanical Engineering) |
| A. Reader (Neurology and Neurosurgery) |
| A. Shmuel (Neurology and Neurosurgery) |
| Y.B. Xia (Bioengineering) |
| Adjunct Professors |
| P.G. Charette (Sher.) |
| C. Grova (C'dia) |
| E. Jones (KU Leuven) |
| J.-M. Lina (ETS) |
| G.B. Pike (Calg.) |
| T. Veres (NRC) |
Programs, Courses and University Regulations—2014-2015 (last updated Jul. 22, 2014) (disclaimer)
Master of Engineering (M.Eng.); Biomedical Engineering (Thesis) (45 credits)
For more information, see Master of Engineering (M.Eng.); Biomedical Engineering (Thesis) (45 credits).
Master of Engineering (M.Eng.); Biomedical Engineering (Thesis) — Bioinformatics (45 credits)
Required Courses (3 credits)
| COMP 616D1 | (1.5) | Bioinformatics Seminar |
| COMP 616D2 | (1.5) | Bioinformatics Seminar |
Complementary Courses (18 credits)
12 credits of courses which have both biomedical content and content from the physical sciences, engineering, or computer science selected from the following:
| BIOT 505 | (3) | Selected Topics in Biotechnology |
| BMDE 501 | (3) | Selected Topics in Biomedical Engineering |
| BMDE 502 | (3) | BME Modelling and Identification |
| BMDE 503 | (3) | Biomedical Instrumentation |
| BMDE 504 | (3) | Biomaterials and Bioperformance |
| BMDE 505 | (3) | Cell and Tissue Engineering |
| BMDE 506 | (3) | Molecular Biology Techniques |
| BMDE 508 | (3) | Introduction to Micro and Nano-Bioengineering |
| BMDE 519 | (3) | Biomedical Signals and Systems |
| BMDE 600D1 | (1.5) | Seminars in Biomedical Engineering |
| BMDE 600D2 | (1.5) | Seminars in Biomedical Engineering |
| BMDE 650 | (3) | Advanced Medical Imaging |
| BMDE 651 | (3) | Orthopaedic Engineering |
| COMP 526 | (3) | Probabilistic Reasoning and AI |
| COMP 546 | (4) | Computational Perception |
| COMP 558 | (3) | Fundamentals of Computer Vision |
| COMP 761 | (4) | Advanced Topics Theory 2 |
| ECSE 523 | (3) | Speech Communications |
| ECSE 526 | (3) | Artificial Intelligence |
| ECSE 529 | (3) | Computer and Biological Vision |
| ECSE 626 | (4) | Statistical Computer Vision |
| ECSE 681 | (4) | Colloquium in Electrical Engineering |
| EXMD 610 | (3) | Molecular Methods in Medical Research |
| MDPH 607 | (3) | Introduction to Medical Imaging |
| MDPH 611 | (2) | Medical Electronics |
| MDPH 612 | (2) | Computers in Medical Imaging |
| MECH 500 | (3) | Selected Topics in Mechanical Engineering |
| MECH 561 | (3) | Biomechanics of Musculoskeletal Systems |
| PHGY 517 | (3) | Artificial Internal Organs |
| PHGY 518 | (3) | Artificial Cells |
Programs, Courses and University Regulations—2014-2015 (last updated Jul. 28, 2014) (disclaimer)
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.); Biomedical Engineering
For more information, see Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.); Biomedical Engineering .
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.); Biomedical Engineering — Bioinformatics
** This program/concentration is no longer available. **
For more information, see Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.); Biomedical Engineering — Bioinformatics .
Faculty of Medicine—2014-2015 (last updated Jul. 22, 2014) (disclaimer)
