IIT BOMBAY • DEPARTMENT OF BIOSCIENCES & BIOENGINEERING
Understanding living systems. Engineering new possibilities.
At the interface of biology and engineering, we study living systems – from cells to organs – to uncover fundamental principles and advance human health, food security, and sustainable living.
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At BSBE, we bring together biology, engineering, medicine and the physical sciences to understand living systems and address challenges in health, technology and society. Our strength lies in the breadth of expertise within our community and the collaborations that connect fundamental discovery with real-world applications. We are committed to creating an environment where students and researchers can pursue ambitious questions, cross disciplinary boundaries and turn ideas into meaningful impact.
Prof. Shamik Sen
Head, Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering
Where Biology
Meets Engineering
The Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering (BSBE) at IIT Bombay brings together biologists, engineers, physical scientists and medical researchers to understand living systems and develop solutions to challenges in health, biotechnology and sustainable living.
Our research spans scales from molecules and cells to tissues and whole organisms, combining fundamental discovery with engineering approaches, computation and technology development. This interdisciplinary environment enables students and researchers to work across boundaries and translate ideas into meaningful impact.
Research at BSBE
Nurturing a premier research and teaching ecosystem driven by active collaboration between biologists, medical scientists, physical scientists, and engineers
Core Research Themes
Bridging fundamental biological inquiries with translational medical engineering solutions
Academic Pathways
Empowering the next generation of scientific pioneers through rigorous, interdisciplinary academic programs built at the intersection of life sciences and advanced engineering.
Master of Science in
Biotechnology
Cultivating foundational expertise for tomorrow’s research leaders.
Master of Technology in
Biomedical Engineering
Training engineers to deploy real-world clinical solutions.
PhD / Doctoral
Programme
Driving high-impact independent research at the frontiers of science.
Central Facilities & Infrastructure
Advanced Research Infrastructure
Shared facilities across BSBE provide the instrumentation, specialised infrastructure and technical support needed to advance research from fundamental biological questions to practical applications.
Join the BSBE Community
Whether you are looking to study, join our faculty, or collaborate with us, discover opportunities at IIT Bombay BSBE.