This document provides an introduction to the field of bioengineering. It defines bioengineering as the application of engineering principles to biology and medicine. The document outlines several branches of bioengineering such as medical engineering, tissue engineering, and genetic engineering. It also discusses some applications that bioengineers have developed, including prosthetics, surgical devices, and imaging methods. While research in bioengineering presents opportunities to improve healthcare, it also faces challenges such as high costs and ethical implications that require further discussion. Overall, the field of bioengineering integrates engineering and the life sciences to solve medical problems.