Jenny Boothby
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Jenny Boothby

Senior Biomaterials Engineer, Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab
Laurel, MD
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  • Allecksy

    Added Tuesday, August 29, 2023 at 10:14 AM

    Hi, i'm intersted in studying bioengineering, however it seemed to me that it's harder for them to find jobs as employers prefer mechanical, chemical or electrical engineers. Is that really true?

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    Jenny Boothby, Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab
    Answered Thursday, October 5, 2023 at 11:09 AM
    Hi Allecksy,
    First, I'll point out that bioengineering and biomedical engineering can actually be quite different, depending on your institution. Biomedical engineering focuses more on human physiology and medical devices, supplementing with many ...
  • Maria asked Jenny Boothby, Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

    Added Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at 1:04 PM

    I have a question if i do biomedical engineering in four years do i have to do my master in biomedical engineering to start my job right away?

    So if i want to do chemical engineer masters that would 6 years total? because i don't know, i want to do biomedical engineering then chemical and i don't know if i can open company for example and sell medications because i've done biomedical engineering and i can work in chemistry because i've done chemical engineering that's my question

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    Jenny Boothby, Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab
    Answered Sunday, December 20, 2020 at 3:24 PM
    Hi! This is a great question, and the answer is different depending on what you would like to do. In general, biomedical engineering is a great foundation for a number of related and/or interdisciplinary engineering paths. However, industry often has ...
  • Danielle

    Added Monday, October 15, 2018 at 9:14 AM

    I'm a sophomore in high school and I specifically want to get into designing prosthetics and trying out new devices. I'm I feel kind of overwhelmed with all the options out there.
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    Jenny Boothby, Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab
    Answered Monday, November 5, 2018 at 5:52 PM

    Hi Danielle! It's wonderful that you're thinking about college and career options so early!

    So I'm going to talk about applying to college and following your career path/classes separately, as they are pretty different topics.

    Applying for college-
    The ...

  • Ellie , Salt Lake City, Utah asked Jenny Boothby, Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

    Added Tuesday, October 25, 2016 at 6:57 PM

    I am a sophomore at the University of Utah and am majoring in biomedical engineering but hesitant to stay with it. So far I have liked my classes but have not taken too many of the major classes to be sure. I really enjoy math and science a lot and like the idea of applying this knowledge in the health care industry but would not consider myself a "problem solver" or "creative". I am concerned that once I get my degree I won't enjoy my job. I am not sure if I would like research because it ...
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    Jenny Boothby, Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab
    Answered Tuesday, October 25, 2016 at 6:57 PM
    Hi Ellie! From my experience, industry doesn't know what to do with biomedical engineers just yet, and they don't get funneled into a typical job like other majors. Biomedical engineers go into so many different areas because they have such a breadth of ...
  • William, Los Angeles asked Jenny Boothby, Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

    Added Friday, October 23, 2015 at 5:32 PM

    Why did you choose engineering as your profession?
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    Jenny Boothby, Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab
    Answered Friday, October 23, 2015 at 5:32 PM
    I chose to be an engineer because I thought it would be a lot of fun! Engineering is the field that solves the most impactful of our problems in the world, like creating clean energy or detecting cancer. As engineers, we are constantly changing the world ...
  • Jessica, Auckland

    Added Tuesday, October 6, 2015 at 4:38 AM

    Hi, My name is Jessica. I'm currently in year 11, 15 years old. I'm interested in studying engineering later in university but I'm just not sure whether it's the right choice. Frankly, I'm not the best in maths and science. Although I find maths really fun and interesting, I don't have all A's for it like I do with other subjects such as English or Classical Studies. I also do not enjoy science that much, although I have been getting A's for it. I've been trying to figure out what I should ...
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    Jenny Boothby, Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab
    Answered Tuesday, October 6, 2015 at 4:38 AM
    Hi Jessica!
    If you are interested in studying engineering, I think you should definitely give it a shot. To help you decide, I suggest that you participate in an engineering program for high school students hosted by a local university. You will get to ...