The George W. Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering at Georgia Tech is shaping a future where engineering solutions directly enhance human capability, recovery, and quality of life. We are advancing human health through cutting-edge research in bioengineering, robotics, biomechanics, cell engineering, and other areas. Recent breakthroughs include adaptive robotic prostheses and exoskeletons that adjust seamlessly to user needs, engineered tissues for wound repair, and investigations to improve mobility and independence for seniors. These innovations combine engineering precision with a deep understanding of human physiology to create smarter, more responsive assistive technologies and engineered therapies.
 

Contributing research area groups:
 

• Automation, Robotics, and Control

• Bioengineering

• Fluid Mechanics

• Medical Physics