Munich Institute of Biomedical Engineering

MIBE is an Integrative Research Institute within the Technical University of Munich (TUM). Our research integrates engineering principles with biological and medical sciences, spanning from molecular structures and cellular systems to organoids, small-animal models, and ultimately, human applications. We are dedicated to transforming biomedical research into tangible health solutions, revolutionizing diagnostics, treatments, and personalized medicine.

Engineering for health & life

At the forefront of biomedical engineering, we use cutting-edge technology and scientific discoveries to improve people’s health and quality of life. Our research is grounded in three key pillars:

 

Detect

advancing technology & Ai for biomedical innovation

CT scans of kidneys. Image: Astrid Eckert / TUM
Image: Astrid Eckert / TUM

We develop pioneering technologies and AI-driven algorithms to push the boundaries of biomedical detection. Our work focuses on: microscopy, biomedical imaging and sensing.

 

 

Design

engineering novel biomedical solutions

Gordon Cheng develops artificial skin in order to provide robots with tactile feedback. Image: Astrid Eckert / TUM
Image: Astrid Eckert / TUM

Through computational modeling and experimental design, we create groundbreaking solutions for biomedical challenges. Our research includes: macromolecular & process engineering, cellular systems, organoid & small-animal models, and patient-centered innovations.

 

Deploy

translating bioengineering into clinical impact

Thorax phantom in a dark-field CT scanner. Image: Astrid Eckert / TUM
Image: Astrid Eckert / TUM

We bridge the gap between research and real-world applications by deploying innovative biomedical technologies. Our translational efforts focus on: smart therapies, disease insights, and medical imaging & therapy.

 

News

  • At the Technical University of Munich Prof. Bausch conducts research in the area of cellular biophysics. His work targets a quantitative understanding of the mechanical properties of the cytoskeleton and the microscopic mechanisms of self-organization How exactly does biological tissue find and maintain its shape? With a strongly interdisciplinary approach and a focus on development of powerful experimental model systems, biophysicist Prof. Andreas Bausch and his colleagues have made significant contributions to understanding this fundamental mystery of life. Image: Stefan Woidig / TUM

    Andreas Bausch is the new Nixdorf Professor

    08 July 2025 | Biophysicist and organoid researcher Andreas Bausch is taking over the Heinz Nixdorf Foundation Professorship at TUM. This comes with over 2.3 million euros in research funding. In addition, the equipment for a research laboratory in TUM's future Center for Organoid Systems (COS) will be financed.

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