The Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering at Harvard University is a world leader in developing biological solutions to engineering problems. Founded in 2009, the Institute has brought together top scientists and engineers from around the world to develop technologies that could transform medicine and create a more sustainable future.
The Wyss Institute takes an interdisciplinary approach to problem-solving, bringing together biologists, chemists, physicists, computer scientists, and engineers to develop new technologies inspired by nature. The Institute’s goal is to design and build biologically-inspired systems and devices that will have a transformative impact on society.
Some of the Institute’s recent achievements include:
• Developing a “living bandage” made of living cells that can speed up healing of wounds
• Creating a tiny robot made entirely of biological materials that can swim through blood vessels
• Developing a 3D printer that can print living tissue
• Designing artificial organs that can be used for drug testing or as transplants
These are just a few examples of the groundbreaking work being done at the Wyss Institute. With over 250 researchers working on more than 60 projects, the possibilities are endless. The Wyss Institute is truly changing the way we think about technology and its potential to improve our lives.