Delving into BioMEMS [Guest Editorial]

WE are very pleased to offer in this issue of IEEE Pulse a number of articles focusing on biomedical or biological microelectromechanical systems (BioMEMS) and selected applications related to this exciting field of re- search. Originally derived from the fields of microelectronics and microsystems, BioMEMS has experienced a tremendous growth over the last decade. It is now poised to have a significant impact on clinical and biomedical applications and can help address some of the most critical health-related challenges in the United States and around the world. In this issue, leading experts in the field come forward to present up-to-date overviews of some of the key application areas, ranging from tissue engineering, global health, clinical diagnostics, drug screening, and drug delivery.