Biomedical research involves thorough investigation of any matter related to the domain of living or biological systems. Usually biomedical denotes a greater stress on problems related to human health and diseases. Where some technology development is used, Biomedical engineering term is often used. Bioengineering has two wings: Biomedical Engineering (dealing more with the Biophysics), and Biotechnology (dealing more with the Biochemistry).

There are various ways to conduct biomedical research. In vivo experiments study the whole animal. Animal testing and the human phases of clinical trials are examples. Ex vivo experiments are done in cell culture or tissue culture. In vitro experiments involve techniques in molecular biology and biochemistry. In silico refers to computer simulations.

See also

• Medical research
• Biomedical science
• Biomedical informatics
• Biomedical technology

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