1. a scientist who applies engineering principles to biological systems and medical problems

1. to modify or create biological systems using engineering techniques

Examples

• The bioengineer designed a new artificial heart valve.
• She works as a bioengineer developing prosthetic limbs.
• Scientists bioengineer bacteria to produce insulin.
• The team will bioengineer crops to resist drought.
• Bioengineers are creating new materials from spider silk proteins.
• The company bioengineered yeast to manufacture biofuels.
• A bioengineer helped design the brain-computer interface.