Welcome to the Department of Mechanical Engineering

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World-class, interdisciplinary research, one-on-one contact between students and faculty, and a sense of community and global responsibility. These are the hallmarks of Mechanical Engineering at BU. The department hosts a diverse and vibrant research portfolio in seven focus areas:

  • acoustics & vibrations
  • biomechanics
  • computational science & engineering
  • dynamics, robotics, systems, & controls
  • thermofluid sciences, energy and sustainability
  • materials
  • MEMS & nanotechnology

    • The department provides students with a strong technical foundation as well as access to a wide array of educational opportunities that extend beyond the classroom. Our graduates are well equipped to take on leadership roles in industry, government and academia. We are a part of the College of Engineering at Boston University.

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