Department of Biomedical Engineering, BUET

It’s a proud moment for Department of Biomedical Engineering, BUET as two student teams from Level-3, Term-2 made remarkable achievements at the 16th Annual Rice360 Global Health Technologies Design Competition, held on April 24, 2026, in Houston, Texas.

Team AnkleGlide, with members Md. Al Maruf Ratul, Kazi Md. Borhanul Islam, Montaha Anowar, and Md. Aamer Intiser Shadman, secured 3rd place with an impactful low-cost device designed to help prevent blood clots and muscle weakness in bedridden patients. AnkleGlide is a low-cost, continuous ankle flexion device designed to prevent Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and muscle atrophy in long-term bedridden ICU patients. The device provides automated dorsiflexion and plantarflexion movements, making it suitable for resource-limited healthcare settings like Bangladesh. The team was supervised by Shams Nafisa Ali and Tasnia Binte Mamun.

At the same time, Team BioDrip, consisting of Rahin Ibne Hasan, Md. Abirul Alam, and Nanziba Islam, earned the People’s Choice Award for their smart IV therapy system that supports healthcare workers and improves patient safety. Designed to automate and optimize intravenous fluid management in line with national guidelines, the system incorporates real-time monitoring to reduce clinical workload and minimize risks of dosing errors and contamination. The team was supervised by Md. Tazuddin Ahmed.

These achievements highlight how thoughtful, low-cost innovations can address real healthcare challenges, especially in resource-limited settings like Bangladesh.

A big congratulations to both teams for representing BUET and Bangladesh on a global stage. This is just the beginning of many more achievements to come.

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𝗕𝗠𝗘 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲:The Department of Biomedical Engineering (BME), BUET, successfully hosted the final demonstrations of our third-year capstone design projects.

Over the past year, our students worked on real-world med-tech challenges, applying structured innovation approaches with a clear focus on clinical and societal impact. The projects ranged from assistive devices to diagnostic and monitoring solutions, reflecting both technical depth and real-world implications.

We had active participation of industry partners and stakeholders. Their presence ensured meaningful evaluation, direct feedback, and valuable discussion on translation beyond the academic setting. Special thanks to Mohammad Solaimun Rasel, Iftekhar Hosen, Jakaria Jalal, S.M.Mohiuddin Milton, Fiaz Ahmed, Dr. A B M Toufique Hasan, Dr. Ret. Col. Syed Mahafuzur Rahman, and many others for attending the event and giving us valuable feedback.

Looking forward to further industry-academia collaboration for sustainable product development pathways from our design projects.

𝐁𝐔𝐄𝐓 𝐁𝐌𝐄𝐒 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐫 presents
"Beyond Graduation: Navigating the Transition from Campus to Career"

We are excited to introduce the speaker panel, who will be sharing their insights and experiences on navigating the transition from academic life to the professional world.

Join us this Saturday, 4th April, for an engaging session where they will discuss industry expectations, essential skills, and how to adapt to an ever-changing career landscape.

Event Details:
🗓️ Date: Saturday, 4th April
⏰ Time: 3:00 PM
📍 Venue: 705, ECE Building, BUET

Registration Link: https://forms.gle/LQJ4tQkwwM6MWbCo7

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from and connect with inspiring professionals.

*Open for all. Registration is required for participating.

In a cordial meeting held on January 3rd, 2026, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Tarik Arafat formally handed over the headship of the department to Prof. Dr. Taufiq Hasan, welcoming him as the new Head, in the presence of faculty members and departmental staff.

Prof. Dr. Tarik Arafat has been an integral pillar of the department, whose leadership, guidance, and dedication continue to shape its academic and research environment. His experience and commitment remain a constant source of inspiration for both colleagues and students.

At the same time, we warmly welcome Prof. Dr. Taufiq Hasan into his new role. With his extensive academic background, research excellence, and visionary outlook, we look forward to the continued growth and advancement of the department under his leadership.

We have just celebrated the 10-year anniversary of the Department of Biomedical Engineering (BME) at BUET.

Here’s a glimpse — 10 years in 10 minutes — capturing our journey from a social and human perspective, highlighting the people, moments, and spirit that shaped us along the way.

Looking forward to a prosperous and impactful 2026.

A Decade of Biomedical Engineering at BUET: Achievements and the Road Ahead Established in 2014, the Department of Biomedical Engineering has grown into the leading program of its kind in Bangladesh, producing graduates who are now c...

অদ্য ২৭ আগস্ট, ২০২৫ তারিখে রাজধানীর শাহবাগ এলাকায় অবস্থানরত ও শান্তিপূর্ণভাবে আন্দোলনরত প্রকৌশল বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের শিক্ষার্থীদের ওপর পুলিশের অযৌক্তিক ও অপ্রয়োজনীয় সহিংস হামলায় বায়োমেডিক্যাল ইঞ্জিনিয়ারিং বিভাগ গভীর উদ্বেগ ও তীব্র নিন্দা জ্ঞাপন করছে। এই হামলায় বাংলাদেশ প্রকৌশল বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় এর বায়োমেডিক্যাল ইঞ্জিনিয়ারিং বিভাগের অন্তত পাঁচজন শিক্ষার্থীসহ বেশ কয়েকজন শিক্ষার্থী গুরুতরভাবে আহত হয়েছেন। আমরা আহত শিক্ষার্থীদের নিরাপত্তা ও দ্রুত চিকিৎসা নিশ্চিত করার জন্য সংশ্লিষ্ট কর্তৃপক্ষের কাছে জোর দাবি জানাচ্ছি এবং এ ঘটনার দায়ীদের বিরুদ্ধে যথাযথ ব্যবস্থা গ্রহণের আহ্বান জানাচ্ছি।

শিক্ষার্থীদের শান্তিপূর্ণ অবস্থানের প্রতি এমন অযাচিত আক্রমণ কোনোভাবেই গ্রহণযোগ্য নয়। আমরা আমাদের শিক্ষার্থীদের সুস্থতা ও নিরাপত্তা নিয়ে গভীরভাবে উদ্বিগ্ন। আমরা বিশ্বাস করতে চাই, ভবিষ্যতে এ ধরনের অমানবিক ঘটনার পুনরাবৃত্তি রোধে কর্তৃপক্ষ কার্যকর পদক্ষেপ গ্রহণ করবে।

- বায়োমেডিক্যাল ইঞ্জিনিয়ারিং বিভাগ, বাংলাদেশ প্রকৌশল বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়

Heartiest Congratulations to Sadman Sakib Himel, a Level-4, Term-1 student at the Department of Biomedical Engineering, BUET on Winning the Honda Y-E-S (Young Engineer and Scientists') Award Bangladesh 2024!

The award ceremony was held on June 28 at the Pan Pacific Sonargaon Hotel Dhaka, marking a significant occasion dedicated to nurturing future leaders in Science and Technology. The event saw the esteemed presence of Professor Dr. Ainun Nishat, a distinguished Professor Emeritus and leading expert in water resource management and climate change, along with Md. Ashekur Rahman, Chief Financial Officer of Bangladesh Honda Private Limited. Gracing the occasion as Chief Guest was Mr. Naoki Takahashi, Minister at the Embassy of Japan, accompanied by Mr. Masaki Tsunoda, Managing Director of the Honda Foundation, all of whom underscored the profound commitment to supporting these young innovators as they prepare to shape our future.

Himel's accomplishment is well-deserved, and we hope that he will continue to achieve great heights in his future endeavors!

The Department of Biomedical Engineering (BME), BUET, is pleased to celebrate the recent accomplishments of its students who have demonstrated innovation and entrepreneurial excellence through their participation in the BUET Innovation Cohort Program (under the University Innovation Hub Program (UIHP) and RISE,BUET) and the Hult Prize at BUET.

BUET Innovation Cohort-1 (IC1), UIHP
The University Innovation Hub Program (UIHP), an initiative of the Bangladesh Hi-Tech Park Authority (BHTPA) and funded by the World Bank, is designed to foster a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship within universities. The program offers structured incubation, expert mentorship, pre-seed funding, and co-working spaces to support student-led ventures.

The inaugural BUET Innovation Cohort-1 (IC1) commenced on October 3, 2024, with 12 participating teams. Following seven months of intensive mentorship and development, the final pitch for pre-seed grants was held on May 16, 2025.

Achievements by BME Students:

Team Done and Dusted
Members: Sunaina Rahman Adisha (BME-20), Afroza Yesmin Isha (BME-20), Rudmila Nizam (BME-20)
Award: Champion | Grant Winner

Team Pakhi
Members: S.M. Sakeef Sani (BME-19), Moidul Hasan (BME-19)
Award: 1st Runner-Up | Grant Winner

Hult Prize at BUET 2024
The Hult Prize is a globally prestigious competition that inspires students to develop scalable and sustainable solutions to pressing global social challenges. This event provides a platform for students to present impactful and entrepreneurial ideas.

Achievement by BME Student:

Team PinkLifeLine
Member: Jannatul Ferdusy Saily (BME-20)
Award: 1st Runner-Up

The Department of Biomedical Engineering extends its heartfelt congratulations to these students for their outstanding achievements. We wish them continued success in all their future endeavors.

The Department of Biomedical Engineering, BUET is pleased to announce the appointment of three new faculty members, Abdullah Al Mamun, Samina Nishat Binte Akram and Tasnia Binte Mamun, as lecturers. They got their bachelor's degrees in Biomedical Engineering (BME) from the Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET). Congratulations to them, and best wishes for their future academic endeavors!

Congratulations to Team ManuVera for winning the 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧-𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 at the 15th Annual Undergraduate Global Health Technologies Design Competition, hosted by the 𝐑𝐢𝐜𝐞𝟑𝟔𝟎 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬!

This prestigious recognition celebrates student innovators who develop the best fully open-source project, promoting accessibility, transparency, and long-term impact in global health innovation.

Team ManuVera was honored for their work on the Nitinol Actuator-Based Prosthetic Arm—a low-cost, functional, and open-source solution designed to enhance mobility and quality of life for upper-limb amputees in resource-limited settings.

We extend our sincere appreciation to their dedicated faculty mentor, Shoyad Ibn Sabur Khan Nuhash, Lecturer, Department of Biomedical Engineering, BUET, for his unwavering guidance and mentorship throughout the project.

Congratulations once again to Team ManuVera for this remarkable achievement! Here’s to more groundbreaking milestones ahead!