Faculty research is broadly focused in three areas: sustainable energy systems, biomolecular engineering, and biomechanics. Within these areas projects are focused on chemical and biological catalysis and kinetics; chemical and biological fuel cells; biofilm engineering; novel sensor technologies; cardiac and reproductive molecular engineering; and molecular, cellular, and musculoskeletal mechanics. The graduate programs are flexible, allowing students to develop a program that fits individual needs. A Master of Science is typically completed in 12-15 months.

All graduates will be able to: To enable students to develop as successful professionals for highly competitive positions in industry, government, and academia: To achieve mastery of the knowledge in their fields and the ability to apply associated technologies to novel and emerging problems. To present research to local, regional, national, and international audiences through publications in professional journals and/or conference papers given in a range of venues, from graduate seminars to professional meetings. To participate in appropriate professional organizations. To broaden their professional foundations through activities such as: teaching, internships, fellowships, laboratory rotations and grant applications.