• Cluster Requirements
• Cluster Curriculum

Biotechnology combines fundamental sciences (molecular biology, biochemistry, and cell biology), which are in turn linked to practical disciplines like chemical engineering, information technology, and robotics. The mission of the Biotechnology Cluster is to develop and support collaborative, interdisciplinary research and education in the science and engineering of that will benefit society. The Biotechnology Cluster synergizes with the NIH-funded Biotechnology Training Program, creating a tremendous infrastructure at NU. Faculty with research in biotechnology are focused on a broad array of topics, including but not limited to: regenerative medicine, drug delivery vehicles, diagnostics, and sensors. Students that enroll in this program will experience a diverse array of training and exposure to a wide range of topics.

Faculty:
The Biotechnology Training Program draws faculty mainly from five departments: the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering (ChBE), the Department of Biomedical Engineering (BME), Interdepartmental Biological Sciences (IBiS), Department of Chemistry, and the Department of Materials Science and Engineering (MSE). The Biotechnology Cluster will support trainees with interests in Biotechnology from anywhere at Northwestern University.