Dr. Adam Feinberg

Professor

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Biography

Adam Feinberg is a Professor at Carnegie Mellon University with a background in Biomedical Engineering and Materials Science Engineering. He leads the Regenerative Biomaterials & Therapeutics Group, focusing on cell-material interactions and protein-based materials for applications in muscle tissue engineering, corneal repair, and cancer. Feinberg has published over 45 peer-reviewed articles and holds more than 20 patents. His research is notable for developing novel techniques such as ECM shrink-wrapping and 3D bioprinting approaches that enhance the fabrication of soft extracellular matrix structures. His lab utilizes advanced nano- and micro-fabrication tools alongside molecular biology to create engineered constructs, with significant contributions to the field of tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. Feinberg has received prestigious awards, including the NIH Director’s New Innovator Award and the NSF CAREER Award, and is currently involved in projects that aim to revolutionize transplant medicine and bioelectric medicine-based treatments for obesity and Type 2 diabetes.

Research Interests

Requirements for Carnegie Mellon University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
Verbal
Required:158
Quantitative
Required:149
Analytical Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:4
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Research experience/publications
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • GRE scores (optional but reported in profile)
  • English Proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo)
Specialization Notes

Admission is extremely competitive with no strict GPA cut-offs; holistic review is used.