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Transforming Biotechnology Education

Join India's premier biosciences department at IIT Roorkee. Shape the future of biomedical engineering research.

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About

The Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering at IIT Roorkee pioneers cutting-edge research in biotechnology, biomedical engineering, and molecular biology.

Established in 1999 with world-class infrastructure

PhD, MTech, and BTech programs with 200+ students

International collaborations with leading institutions

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Academics

World-Class Programs

Our comprehensive academic programs combine theoretical knowledge with practical research experience.

BTech in Biosciences & Bioengineering

4-year undergraduate program with 60 seats

MTech in Biotechnology

2-year postgraduate program with 30 seats

PhD Programs

Cutting-edge research opportunities in 5 specializations

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Research

Pioneering discoveries that transform healthcare and save lives

Biomedical Devices

Developing innovative medical devices and diagnostic tools for better patient outcomes.

Tissue Engineering

Creating artificial organs and tissues using advanced biomaterials and 3D printing.

Drug Delivery Systems

Designing targeted delivery systems for more effective and safer treatments.

Current Projects

15+ active research projects funded by national and international agencies

Publications

200+ research papers published in top-tier journals last year

Collaborations

Partnerships with leading hospitals and research institutions worldwide

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Faculty

World-class educators and researchers driving innovation

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Dr. Rajesh Kumar

Professor & Head

Ph.D. Biomedical Engineering, 20+ years experience in tissue engineering

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Dr. Priya Sharma

Associate Professor

Ph.D. Drug Delivery Systems, 15+ years in pharmaceutical research

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Dr. Sanjay Patel

Professor

Ph.D. Biomaterials, 18+ years in implantable medical devices

Facilities

State-of-the-art infrastructure for cutting-edge research

Core Facilities

  • Advanced microscopy suite
  • Cell culture laboratory
  • 3D bioprinting facility
  • Flow cytometry center

Equipment Highlights

  • High-resolution imaging systems
  • PCR and qPCR machines
  • Spectrophotometry suite
  • Centrifuge and incubator banks
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News

Latest updates and breakthroughs from our department

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December 15, 2024

New Research Grant Awarded

Department receives ₹50 lakh grant for cancer biomarker research project.

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December 10, 2024

International Collaboration

Partnership with MIT for joint PhD program in tissue engineering.

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December 5, 2024

New Publication

Faculty member publishes breakthrough paper in Nature Biomedical Engineering.

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Contact

Get in touch with our department for inquiries

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Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering
Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee
Roorkee, Uttarakhand 247667

Contact Info

Phone: +91-1332-284XXX

Email: bsbe@iitr.ac.in

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