Dr. Emma Farago
Positions
Assistant Professor (Teaching)
Schulich School of Engineering, Department of Biomedical Engineering
Contact information
Background
Educational Background
PhD Electrical Engineering, Carleton University, 2023
MESc Electrical Engineering, Western University, 2018
BASc Electrical Engineering, University of Windsor , 2016
BSc Medical Sciences, Western University, 2012
Biography
I’m an Assistant Professor (Teaching) in the Biomedical Engineering department at the University of Calgary. My teaching primarily focuses on engineering design courses, where I have the opportunity to support students solve real-world design challenges.
I hold a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Carleton University, where my research focused on biomedical signal processing and signal quality analysis. My Master’s research at Western University explored the interpretation of electromyography signals for wearable devices. I also hold a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering from the University of Windsor, and a Bachelor of Medical Sciences from Western University.
My current research focuses on creating equitable and inclusive engineering education environments. This includes developing strategies to support underrepresented students in engineering and integrating end-user perspectives into the biomedical engineering design curriculum.
Courses
| Course number | Course title | Semester |
|---|---|---|
| BMEN 301 | Introduction to Biomedical Engineering | Fall 2024 |
| BMEN 468 | Problem-based Biomedical Engineering Design I | Fall 2024 |
| ENGG 200 | Introduction to Engineering Design | Winter 2024, Winter 2025 |
Projects
There are opportunities to deepen student learning by integrating end-user perspectives into biomedical engineering design courses. I am currently supervising a student-led research project in collaboration with patients, nurses, and patient-engagement experts to develop curriculum innovations for BMEN 468: Problem-based Engineering Design I. Our goal is to foster inclusive and user-centered design approaches in biomedical engineering education.
I am part of an interdisciplinary research team exploring the experiences of 2SLGBTQ+ students in engineering education. Our goal is to better understand how diverse identities intersect with engineering culture and to support student learning.
Publications
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