The University of Florida Biomedical Engineering department hosted our second annual BME Outreach Day, where labs across the field came together to ignite curiosity in research and STEM for young students. The Taylor Lab showcased our tendinous scaffolds, taught aspiring scientists how to pipette, and made a musculoskeletal crossword puzzle. After a successful event, we cannot wait for next year!
The Taylor Lab opened its doors to high school students to give a lab tour as part of the 2026 Florida STEM Symposium. Designed to inspire students with an interest in STEM research, we had fun and engaging conversations while educating the next generation of researchers.
The Taylor Lab participated in their third consecutive National Biomechanics Day this spring! This program put on by UF’s chapter of the American Society of Biomechanics allows local middle school students to observe the biomechanical research occurring at the University of Florida. This year, the Taylor Lab put on demonstrations to convey mechanotransduction concepts and instill tendon strengthening exercises. We can’t wait for next year!
For the first time ever, the University of Florida’s Biomedical Engineering department hosted a day of engaging and educational activities for young students and families. From tendon-in-a-jar models to teaching injury-preventing tendon stretches, the Taylor Lab helped spread the joy of science to our future scientists!
Last week, the Taylor Lab had a blast welcoming high school students for a behind-the-scenes tour! Led by our third-year graduate student Harrison Broadway, we were able to showcase our electrospinner, fluorescent microscope, and Instron. We hope to see some of these bright students in the lab again!
