American Institute for Medical & Biological Engineering (AIMBE)
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AIMBE is a nonprofit organization representing the most accomplished individuals in the fields of medical and biological engineering. Our mission is to provide leadership and advocacy in medical and biological engineering. https://linktr.ee/AIMBEOfficial
🚨 Big news! 🚨 Starting in 2027, I'll be spending time in beautiful Lisbon at the Champalimaud Center for Restorative Neurotechnology as part of a sabbatical & a Fulbright Fellowship.
8 UW faculty and staff named Fulbright Scholars; will conduct research around the world
Eight University of Washington researchers have been selected as Fulbright Scholars for 2026-2027 and will pursue studies around the world.
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📣 AIMBE is now accepting nominations for our College of Fellows Class of 2027, as well as the third cohort of our rising stars Emerging Leaders Program (ELP). We encourage our community members to identify and nominate their outstanding colleagues by June 30, 2026.
Drs. Mike King (AIMBE President), Lola Eniola-Adefeso (AIMBE Immediate Past-President), and Dawn Beraud (AIMBE Executive Director) met with staff representatives from the BIOTech Caucus, as well as majority staff from the Senate Appropriations Committee… @aimbe-official.bsky.social
Please join us in congratulating Sarah "Holly" Hollingsworth Lisanby, MD, DLFAPA, founding dean of the ASU John Shufeldt School of Medicine and Medical Engineering, on her election to the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering @aimbe-official.bsky.social. #AIMBE2026
Huge congrats to our Director, @ypaschalidis.bsky.social, on his induction into the @aimbe-official.bsky.social College of Fellows! 🎓 From federated learning to global disease surveillance, Yannis is bridging the gap between technical innovation and human health. spr.ly/63324B62rzY
Excited to be inducted as Fellow of the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering! Advocacy for the #medical and #biological #engineering #sciences is more important now than ever. Thank you #AIMBE! 🧬 🧪 🖥️ @aimbe-official.bsky.social www.bme.jhu.edu/news-events/...
Congratulations to UChicago PME Professor Savas Tay on his induction into the 2026 @aimbe-official.bsky.social College of Fellows! 🧪 🔗 Read more: ms.spr.ly/63325QCoPU
Savas Tay inducted into the 2026 Class of the AIMBE College of Fellows
The American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE) has announced the induction of Savas Tay, professor of molecular engineering at University of Chicago Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering to its College of Fellows.
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Thrilled to be inducted into the #AIMBE college of fellows this week alongside some wonderful colleagues and friends. Excited to keep moving forward immunoengineering in traumatic injury care and see where this field takes me! @aimbe-official.bsky.social
What a privilege to spend the day on Capitol Hill meeting with congressional members to advocate for #science funding as an @aimbe-official.bsky.social fellow. Had a great conversation with Senator Tim Kaine’s office. #AIMBE2026
🚨 Deadline Alert: You have TWO DAYS left to apply for a 2026 HCS Capstone Grant! HCS is awarding $2,000 grants to support undergraduate research using immunohistochemistry & histochemical techniques. 📅 Deadline: April 15, 2026 To learn more and apply: hcs.memberclicks.net/capstone-gra...
Honored to be inducted @aimbe-official.bsky.social College of Fellows. Recognition highlights my outstanding group in advancing bioengineered nanomedicines and biomimetic 3D multicompartmental tissue models. Looking forward to advocating for AIMBE! aimbe.org/press/sarmen... @i3suporto.bsky.social
Protect U.S. Scientific Leadership and Reject FY2027 Proposed Cuts www.congressweb.com/AIMBE/12?fra... @aimbe-official.bsky.social
Protect U.S. Scientific Leadership and Reject FY2027 Proposed Cuts
Use AIMBE's letter template below, edit as needed, or create your own message to your Members of Congress on issues that matter. Enter your contact information on the left, and your letter will be routed to your lawmakers. Please note: If your email is longer than 2,000 characters, it may be blocked.
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🌸 🏛️ AIMBE is excited to host our largest-ever Capitol Hill Day on Monday, April 13. Ahead of meetings with Members of Congress and their staff, our 130+ Fellows, Emerging Leaders, and Council Representative will convene for an advocacy breakfast. #AIMBE2026
🚨✍️ AIMBE urges the scientific community to take a minute to send our new congressional letter opposing the President’s FY2027 budget proposal: bit.ly/420ig1A These proposed cuts to our scientific enterprise (e.g., NIH & NSF) would jeopardize training, research, and innovation driving our economy.
🚨✍️ AIMBE urges the scientific community to take a minute to send our new congressional letter opposing the President’s FY2027 budget proposal: bit.ly/420ig1A These proposed cuts to our scientific enterprise (e.g., NIH & NSF) would jeopardize training, research, and innovation driving our economy.
💬 Whether you’re new to the AIMBE community or a longtime Fellow, a highlight of our Annual Event is networking with new and familiar colleagues. With ~400 registered participants from academia, industry, and government across the globe, #AIMBE2026 is shaping up to be an exciting and dynamic event!
🎓 Our Academic Council (AC) represents >100 BME departments across the country. Our #AIMBE2026 AC Meeting hosted by @rajraobioe.bsky.social will feature Kate Hudson from @aau.edu. Katewill discuss the current federal funding landscape and how institutions can effectively adapt and advocate.
👋 AIMBE President @lolauic.bsky.social will welcome the Fellows Class of 2026 at our New Fellow Orientation on April 11 during #AIMBE2026. This session introduces AIMBE’s mission, programming, and opportunities, while connecting new inductees and providing insights ahead of the Induction Ceremony.
🏅🏛️ The highlight of #AIMBE2026 is our Induction Ceremony, led by AIMBE President Dr. @lolauic.bsky.social & College of Fellows Chair Dr. Stuart Cooper. The Fellows Class of 2026—peer-nominated, reviewed, and elected—join a prestigious group of the most accomplished medical & biological engineers.
⚙️ AIMBE's Industry Council (IC) meeting hosted by AIMBE Fellow Dr. Utkan Demirci will take place during our Annual Event on April 12. This meeting will advance industry-focused advocacy and translational impact, highlight ongoing and future IC efforts, and conclude with a panel discussion.
🎥 New as of the #AIMBE2026 Annual Event, we've expanded our program to include #SciComm and #PublicEngagement. Karl Leif Bates will lead hands-on training on engaging with news and social media, along with how to clearly, effectively communicate and advocate for your science in the public sphere.
🎤 Back by popular demand, AIMBE’s Research Blitz returns for the 2026 Annual Event! Launched in 2025, these sessions on April 11 at the #AIMBE2026 Annual Event will feature rapid talks from nearly 90 AIMBE Fellows, Emerging Leaders, and Council Representatives, highlighting their research and work.
🎖️ Our awards banquet hosted by AIMBE Fellow Dr. Walter Baxter will take place during our Annual Event on April 12. We will announce the recipients of the Pierre Galletti Award, AIMBE's highest honor bestowed on an individual, and our Professional Impact Awards. Join us for a celebratory evening! 🎉
✨ AIMBE President @lolauic.bsky.social will host our President's Circle (PC) Reception at the historic Library of Congress on April 11 during our 2026 Annual Event. We look forward to welcoming our PC members and distinguished guest, AIMBE Fellow Rebecca Bergman, to celebrate our 35th anniversary.
We are thrilled to host Kate Hudson as our Academic Council Meeting speaker at our 2026 Annual Event in D.C. on April 12. Kate is the Deputy Vice President and Counsel for Government Relations and Public Policy at the @aau.edu. 👉 Register Today for AIMBE's Annual Event: annualevent.aimbe.org
We're thrilled to host our Fellows as expert speakers for our Views by Two sessions at our Annual Event in Washington, D.C. this April 12: • Dr. César de la Fuente (Penn) • Dr. Melissa Skala (Wisconsin-Madison) • Dr. Jijun Shi (MGB) 👉 Register Today for Our Annual Event: annualevent.aimbe.org
Stepping through #ORS2026 Day 3 with purpose 👟 Today is White Sneaker Day at the meeting. In recognition of the the @ASBMR White Sneakers Campaign, we are laced up to take a stand for #musculoskeletal health. Tag us with your White Sneaker looks!
