Introduction to Bioelectronics
BE 129
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Description
This course introduces the principles and technologies used to measure and control biological systems electronically. Applications include electrophysiology, diagnostics and therapeutics, biomolecular synthesis and sequencing, and wearable and implantable devices. Students will examine bioelectronic systems across three interconnected layers: circuits and signal processing for electrical sensing and stimulation; electrochemistry and materials science at the semiconductor–bio interface; and biological function spanning molecules, cells, tissues, and organs. The course integrates theoretical foundations with practical considerations in device design, measurement, and experimentation. Because of its interdisciplinary scope, students are expected to have introductory knowledge of electrical engineering, chemistry, and biology, with a foundation in circuits being particularly helpful.
Course Notes
This course is intended for juniors and seniors. The total enrollment cap is for BE 129 and ES 258 combined.
Recommended Prep
ECE 50 or ECE 152.
Available for Harvard Cross Registration
