Hk Maker Lab (Biomedical Engineering)

The **Hk Maker Lab (Biomedical Engineering)** at Columbia University’s School of Engineering is a summer program for high school students interested in solving real-world health challenges through STEM. Participants explore the field of **biomedical engineering** by learning how medical devices are designed, tested, and refined. Under the guidance of Columbia faculty, staff, and mentors, students are introduced to engineering design, basic prototyping techniques, and core concepts from biology, physics, and mathematics as they relate to human health. This program is a strong fit for students who are: - Curious about **medicine, biology, and engineering** - Interested in **hands-on, project-based learning** - Considering college majors in **engineering, pre-med, or other STEM fields** Students typically work in teams to identify a health-related problem, develop a prototype solution, and present their work at the end of the program. This experience can strengthen a college application by demonstrating sustained interest in STEM, exposure to **university-level engineering**, and experience with collaborative research and design. Participants also gain practice in communicating technical ideas—skills that are valuable for future coursework, research opportunities, and internships in science and engineering.