bi·o·en·gi·neer·ing (b   - nj -nîr  ng)n. 1. The application of engineering principles to the fields of biology and medicine, as in the development of aids or replacements for defective or missing body organs. 2. Genetic engineering. |
engineering [en″jĭ-nēr´ing]
the application of scientific and mathematical principles to useful ends, such as in the development of mechanical devices, systems, or processes.
biomedical engineering bioengineering.
bioengineering
The science of developing and manufacturing artificial replacements for organs, limbs and tissues. See Biomaterial.
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