The Designated Emphasis in Neuroengineering (DE-NE) addresses the pressing need to train the next generation of engineers, scientists, and clinicians, while engaging the public and policymakers, in the highly interdisciplinary field of neuroengineering. The DE provides the necessary structure, advising, and community for a training in neuroengineering and is an entry point for DE students in acquiring knowledge in key research areas and tools in neuroengineering and on NIH-style proposal writing. The journal club and seminar series expose the students to the related neuroengineering literature and provide networking opportunities with a diverse group of speakers. Participation in the annual Research Symposium on Neuroengineering will give all the DE community an opportunity to showcase their research via poster and oral presentations, and network with other researchers.