The Knight Campus welcomed its newest PhD students for the fall term of the 2025–26 academic year, launching the sixth cohort for the Department of Bioengineering. This group represents institutions from Oregon and across the nation, bringing diverse academic backgrounds and fresh perspectives to the program.
"Working with researchers like Felix Deku and Tim Gardner, who helped build that technology, is what convinced me to continue my research through grad school," said Max Tenenbaum, an incoming PhD student. "The Knight Campus gives me the chance to learn directly from the forefront of the neural engineering field, with an industry focus on scalability and application.”
The students began their journey with IMPACT Week, the department's signature orientation and training program. This immersive series of workshops builds core skills in science communication, innovation, and entrepreneurship, establishing a strong foundation for their success as applied scientists and engineers.
With hands-on learning opportunities and a focus on collaboration and discovery, these students will gain the skills needed to excel in both academic and professional arenas, empowering them to connect scientific progress with societal needs and drive impactful solutions.