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This course is to introduce students to the design, practice, and devices used in biomedical research. The class will be divided into two parts: lecture and lab. In the lectures, students will learn the physics behind the device, the specific requirements of biomedical instruments, and the engineering principles to construct the devices. Lab sessions will focus on designing and building a prototype device. This course aims to forge collaboration between biomedical researchers and mechanical engineers. The goal is to make the devices accessible to the biomedical research community as well as the general public. Economical availability will be one of the critical elements in the device design. Students will be encouraged to build the devices within a healthy budget. PREREQUISITES: Introductory Physics, Programming, and CAD