Corporate
Industry is a full partner in Biomedical Engineering. The Corporate Advisory Board was formed in 1999 and is comprised of senior executives representing a range from start-up to major biomedical device and diagnostics companies, venture capital, consulting firms, and professional service providers. The board meets quarterly to assist academic leadership several ways.
Curriculum Development: The Board advises UCI on its strong interest in the establishment of a biomedical engineering minor to complement the major at the undergraduate level, and for a one-year Master's degree in biomedical engineering. Industry sponsorship of specific project assignment in new design and independent study courses is also forthcoming following reassurance that proprietary rights waivers by students are appropriate where warranted by the subject matter.