As technology and engineering continue to play a pivotal role in the development of medical devices, it is clear that marketing strategies need to adapt by emphasizing the integration of technical benefits with patient outcomes. This requires a combination of…   Read more»

As a graduate student pursuing their Master’s in Biomedical Engineering at NJIT, I feel as though I am someone who knows very little about the business side of the industry. Therefore, I certainly believe that requiring engineering students to take…   Read more»

In general, yes, the size and maturity of a company unquestionably has a large influence on the relative importance of financial ratios within the company. As stated above, the main reason being is that large, established companies often have diverse…   Read more»

The idea that a corporation can be considered a legal entity and, thus, bear moral responsibility instead of the individuals running it is has been a complex debate in law and philosophy for many years now. This framework, known as…   Read more»

When looking at the rapid advancement of technology and evolving standards seen in the world today, it can be increasingly complex to ensure the safety and efficacy of medical devices through quality control and quality assurance. In the context of…   Read more»

Preventing mistakes and ensuring safety in manufacturing environments is critical for maintaining quality, regulatory compliance, and worker safety. One important way to ensure manufacturing safety is through conducting comprehensive training programs for employees. Employee training is critical to manufacturing safety…   Read more»

In this scenario I do not believe that one is necessarily working better or more in detail than the other, it is more-so a matter of a difference in priorities and regulatory philosophies between the two agencies. When looking at…   Read more»

In the scenario of a damaged label on a product at a store, I believe that the responsibility for addressing the issue should involve both the store and the product’s manufacturer. The main reason the store should be held responsible…   Read more»

Today in the US, the FDA classifies medical devices based on their overall risk. Devices that are classified as Class II generally have moderate-risk, including devices like syringes or blood pressure cuffs. These are items in which general control is…   Read more»

Project Management (PM) plays a vital role in both pre-clinical and clinical studies by providing structure, organization, and oversight to ensure that these complex and highly regulated processes are completed efficiently and effectively. PM helps structure and organize the entire…   Read more»

This is a very interesting question that I think would certainly be worth analyzing for all colleges that contain professors that conduct research in academia. In my experience at NJIT there has certainly been instances of both cases. When looking…   Read more»

When weighing out the pros and cons of conducting academia research versus industry research, I would be lying if I said that academia research does not seem like it would be more enjoyable than industry research. Having the ability to…   Read more»

I agree with the perspective that being a “people person” is certainly beneficial when it comes to project management, but I do not believe that it is essential in becoming a successful one. As stated above, it is clear that…   Read more»

I think that it makes sense to raise concerns about the feasibility of a project during the initial planning and scoping phases, especially when the project’s feasibility study or risk assessment is being conducted. By this point in the project…   Read more»

When using a Gantt Chart to assist in planning and scheduling my capstone project last year, one thing I learned was that when dealing with an issue that has potential to delay the project’s timeline, it is crucial to continuously…   Read more»

In recent years, Biomedical Engineering (BME) has been a rapidly evolving field that continues to discover and develop various clinically relevant applications within the medical world. However, with such a rapid evolution comes many pressing issues in the field. One…   Read more»

I believe that the graduate program here at NJIT should contain a better ratio of practical to informal courses than what is given. As stated by Dr. Simon, the ratio between the two types of courses currently sits at about…   Read more»

Academically speaking, I believe that it is more beneficial to be overqualified for a position rather than meeting the bare minimum qualification. However, I am also of the opinion that the decision between the two depends on one’s career goals…   Read more»

When considering placing a mass order for a product, price is just one of several crucial factors to weigh. In my opinion, the number one factor other than price would be quality. It is paramount that the product is able…   Read more»

When looking at factors that drive motivation and productivity within the workplace, financial compensation is undoubtedly an essential factor because it provides a means to meet basic needs and achieve financial security. However, many non-monetary factors like job satisfaction and…   Read more»