Biotechnology is richly interdisciplinary and pioneering field which fuels curiosity and collaborative spirit. Biotechnology has given cure and cause for most of the diseases and syndromes, genetic engineering has led to advancement in the field of health care, agriculture, industries, its usage in environmental sciences has led to reduction of wastes and the creation of renewable energy sources.The pace of de novo discoveries and inventions has made Biotechnology an undisputed leading arena.
To devise solutions, explore connections, under molecular mechanisms and to apply engineering principles to specific life science disciplines, Biotechnology can be sub-grouped under the following broad themes
- Microbiology
- Molecular Biology
- Genomics
- Proteomics
- Enzymology
The breadth of Biotechnology allows students and faculty to specialize in their areas of interest and collaborate widely with researchers in allied fields.The diverse cadre of faculty focuses on the most exciting and challenging areas for future growth in the field, and those with the greatest potential for improving lives.We aim to conduct advanced research, train students for industrial/academic careers as well as develop scientifically literate citizens to assist in educational, technological and innovation.
Because MIT has a strong foundation of both the Medicine and Engineering colleges, our collaborations feature rich contact with colleagues; privileged access to facilities, labs and clinics; and a culture of openness. The Department also encourages collaborations among different research groups, across campus, and with other institutions. Research in MIT School of Bioengineering is highly interdisciplinary and applicants with degrees/strong background in life sciences or physical sciences or chemical sciences or mathematical and computational sciences are strongly encouraged to apply.
