Team Impact Award 2025

The Biointerface Translation and Engineering Center (BTEC), an interdisciplinary research initiative spanning the College of Engineering, Franklin College of Arts and Sciences, and the College of Veterinary Medicine, is at the forefront of transforming biomedical research through innovation in advanced biomaterials for medical devices. Addressing critical clinical challenges such as thrombosis, infection, and antimicrobial resistance, BTEC’s work spans a range of applications including vascular catheters, wound dressings, implantable sensors, and extracorporeal life-support systems. The team has secured over $12 million in competitive federal research grants, and their collaborative efforts have resulted in more than 35 patent filings, numerous high-impact publications, and significant mentorship of students across multiple disciplines. By integrating materials science, microbiology, and clinical research, BTEC is pioneering next-generation medical technologies poised to enhance patient outcomes globally.