ISHA CHAUDHRY asked Jennifer Elisseeff, Johns Hopkins University Added Friday, March 12, 2021 at 5:28 AM Where can I get exposure to biomedical engineering? I am an electronics and communications engineer by profession. I was really hoping to use my skills in the field of Biomedical engineering but I really don't know where to start. I will be pursuing my MS in Electrical engineering from this year hoping to find the right exposure to Biomedical engineering through certain courses. Where can I get good exposure to Biomedical engineering? Answers 0
Devina, Jakarta asked Jennifer Elisseeff, Johns Hopkins University Added Thursday, August 21, 2014 at 6:34 AM Do you have to be a genious? Hi! I am currently in high school. I have thought to major in engineering for years, but recently some doubts cross in my mind. What do I take into account to be a successful engineer? I mean, is it all about IQ? I don't feel I am that genius, but I love experiments and discoveries such as artificial tissue. And what are other jobs for biomedical engineers besides researcher? Sorry for asking so many questions. Thank you! God bless! :D Answers 1
Fatemeh, Lexington Added Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at 10:11 AM Hands On Work Post Graduation Hi! I am an international student who moved to US to start my PhD program in biomedical engineering. However, as I've been looking at the job market for a PhD I realized most of the jobs are research or academia related. That's my problem! I don't want to end up a professor or a lead researcher somewhere as intriguing as it sounds I don't see it in me. I want to be able to conduct research in a team and join industry as soon as I graduate. So, since, I don't have a masters yet, I wanted to know ... Answers 1 Jennifer Elisseeff, Johns Hopkins University Answered Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at 10:11 AM Dear Fatemeh, Thank you for your question. In fact, now PhD students have more options than ever. While some of my PhD students have gone on to be Professors, there are also graduates that have gone to law school, business consulting, ...
Mikaela , Guilford asked Jennifer Elisseeff, Johns Hopkins University Added Saturday, May 3, 2014 at 3:27 PM are engineering jobs scarce? Hello! I keep hearing that careers in academia are really hard to find, but is engineering an exception (particularity biomedical engineering)? Thanks! Answers 1 Jennifer Elisseeff, Johns Hopkins University Answered Saturday, May 3, 2014 at 3:27 PM Dear Mikeala, Thank you for your question. It is true that finding an academic job can be hard but it is easier to find one in a new field. Departments are building around the country so there is more opportunity. So you should ...
Samantha, Kansas City, MO asked Jennifer Elisseeff, Johns Hopkins University Added Thursday, April 17, 2014 at 11:33 AM What is the best thing you are blessed with to do your job? Jennifer, I have a lot of questions but is hard to begin a BioMedical and taking care of your daughter all at the same time. But what is the best thing you are blessed with to do your job? Do you like doing your job with helping others? How do you feel when you help others out that have a medical problem with their arm or leg? Answers 1 Jennifer Elisseeff, Johns Hopkins University Answered Thursday, April 17, 2014 at 11:33 AM Dear Samantha, Thank you for you question. Balancing family and a job is always a challenge no matter what you choose. However, it is also very rewarding. There is no one recipe or single piece of advice on how to manage family ...
Whitney, Gilbert asked Jennifer Elisseeff, Johns Hopkins University Added Saturday, June 15, 2013 at 5:17 PM Do I need experience when I start college? Hello! I am an incoming freshman for college and I am a little nervous that I am behind to become an engineer! academically I am well prepared! Yet, i have never been in a science fair, engineering club, or engineering class. I am nervous my peers have a head start and I will be overlooked! Any advice? Answers 1
Gopika, Houston Added Sunday, January 6, 2013 at 10:52 PM Getting into biomedical engineering Hello! Lately I have been searching up on the biomedical engineering field because it captured my interest since mathematics is my high point and I have a particular interest in biology and medicine. While researching this field, I have come to realize that many people are advising that one should not get a Bachelor's Degree in Biomedical Engineering but rather a Bachelor's Degree in a more traditional engineering undergraduate program (i.e. chemical engineering). Do you agree with this advice? ... Answers 1 Jennifer Elisseeff, Johns Hopkins University Answered Sunday, January 6, 2013 at 10:52 PM Dear Gopika, You have many good questions. In the early days of biomedical engineering, one had to major in a more traditional department because the field was not well known or well accepted. Today, that is not the case anymore and you ...
Sara Stroker, Georgia asked Andrea Hodge, USC Viterbi School of Engineering Added Thursday, March 29, 2012 at 7:53 AM Band or Another AP Class? I am a freshman and I am interested in being a biomedical engineer. I already know some of the classes I need to take to help me hopefully get into Ga Tech. The only problem is i am currently in band and the play the oboe but i don’t know if i should quit band to take a harder class next year or stay in it. In the long run do you think it would look better to be in band all four years of high school or take another AP class instead? Thanks for your time, Sara Answers 2 Jennifer Elisseeff, Johns Hopkins University Answered Thursday, March 29, 2012 at 7:53 AM This can be a tough question and there is no "right" answer. I will be biased in my response since music/instruments are an important part of my family's life and I believe in the many benefits of music in education, brain development, and overall ...
Jill, Jamaica asked Corinna Lathan, AnthroTronix, Inc. Added Wednesday, March 28, 2012 at 8:00 AM To Become a Biomedical Engineer or a Doctor? Recently there was a career day at my school, i went into the function with 1 thing on my mind "i'm going to become a doctor" and left there with "what do i really want to become?''. I'm in the 9th grade, so this year i will pick my subjects to do for cxc. I researched and found that i could become biomedical engineer and later become a doctor, as a love science and math but i also love history and literature. I'm still not sure which branch of engineering i want to do or if i even want to do ... Answers 2 Jennifer Elisseeff, Johns Hopkins University Answered Wednesday, March 28, 2012 at 8:00 AM 1) BME is a great preparation for going to medical school. You will get some background in biology and chemistry and even some physiology in BME, all important for medicine. In addition you will learn critical thinking and problem solving skills that ...