The Bioengineering Research Group, led by Dr Barry L. Bentley, is an interdisciplinary research team focused on advancing biomedical research through the integration of engineering principles and systems approaches in medicine and the biosciences. 

Our research spans several key themes: 

(1) Medical Imaging – Automating the analysis of microscopy, X-ray, CT, MRI, and ultrasound scans to improve diagnostic accuracy and advance medical imaging research.

(2) Applied Bioengineering – Developing systems for biosensing and automation, including technologies to preserve cells, tissues, and organs for transplantation and regenerative medicine.

(3) Computational Bioengineering and AI – Developing mathematical models, simulations, and computational algorithms to understand biological systems and support the design of medical technologies.

(4) Systems Approaches to Health and Ageing – Applying systems approaches to biomedical policy and healthcare systems. A flagship initiative in this research area, the International Consortium to Classify Ageing-Related Pathologies (ICCARP), aims to refine the classification and staging of ageing-related diseases, providing a foundation for improved diagnostics and targeted therapies, while helping to prepare healthcare systems for an ageing population.

The group coordinates a Global Wales-funded network in partnership with leading universities in India and hosts active collaborations with the Welsh Kidney Research Unit, University Hospital of Wales, Harvard Medical School, and Massachusetts General Hospital. It is also associated with the Eureka Robotics Centre, integrating robotics and automation into biomedical research. 

Connect & Collaborate: 

We welcome collaborations and encourage students and interns to join us to contribute to ongoing research in bioengineering and computational biology. 

Email: [email protected]