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BMES 2024 Sponsors & Supporters

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2024 BMES Annual Meeting in Baltimore Draws Nearly Record Numbers and Explores the Future of Biomedical Engineering

PAGE 13-15 Meet the 2024 Award Winners

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BMES Fellows Class of 2024

PAGE 21 Outgoing Board Members

PAGE 23 Incoming Board Members

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Diversity Events Photo Gallery

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2024 Exhibitors

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Photo Gallery

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Unparalleled Attendance & Groundbreaking Science at Annual Meeting

TThe 2024 Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES) Annual Meeting at the Baltimore Convention Center in Baltimore, Md., October 23 - 25, attracted a near record-breaking attendance of more than 5,500 attendees from 25 countries – including 6 Platinum sponsors, 5 Gold, 6 Silver, 1 bronze and 138 exhibitors.

Program Co-Chairs Warren L. Grayson, from Johns Hopkins University, Lijie Grace Zhang, from George Washington University, and Ramana K. Vinjamuri, from the University of Maryland utilized special sessions, platform sessions, and other special programming to highlight this year’s annual meeting theme, Synergizing Research and Cultural Excellence.

The theme fostered an approach to planning the Annual Meeting that encouraged creative ideas to shine, such as past BMES Board of Director Manu Platt spearheading new programming by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) at this year’s meeting.

The NIH opened its doors for a full-day program at its headquarters in Bethesda, Md., on Tuesday, October 22 – the day before the BMES Annual Meeting started. Participants were able to tour the NIH facility and also meet with program directors, where they discussed the grants process and various other topics.

Pursue Your Graduate Degree in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Michigan

U-M BME is a vibrant and inclusive community of faculty and students eager to conduct research that informs and shapes the world around us. Our efforts build upon the strength and creativity of a diverse society. BME welcomes applications from all qualified individuals.

Deadlines to Apply for Fall 2025:

Ph.D. - December 1, 2024

Master’s - January 15, 2025

The University of Michigan Biomedical Engineering Department congratulates BMES on a successful 2024 Annual Meeting. We look forward to seeing everyone at BMES in San Diego in 2025.

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This was just the start. The BMES Annual meeting featured groundbreaking research, cutting-edge technologies, and lectures by biomedical engineering thought leaders, diversity events and special sessions.

BMES also partnered with AstraZeneca, The LaunchPort, and Infinite Biomedical Technologies (IBT) offering tours of their facilities to learn more about the companies’ latest innovations. The program showcased six plenary lectures, ranging from the State of the Society, tissue engineering, women’s health, diversity and inclusion (DEI) and a celebration of the prestigious BMES awards.

Renowned experts including Gordana Vunjak-Novakovic, Columbia University professor, and the 2017 BMES Robert A. Pritzker Distinguished Lectureship Award Recipient, and Janine Clayton, NIH Associate Director for Research on Women’s Health, also shared their insights on biomedical engineering through thought-provoking lectures.

The Plenary Sessions were a great opportunity for biomedical engineers at every stage of their journey to listen to expert insights, gain inspiration, and stay at the forefront of the latest advancements in the field.

Other special events, such as the Medtronic/BMES Student Design Competition, and High School Poster Expo gave students and early career biomedical engineers a unique opportunity to network and present their work in front of biomedical engineering leaders.

For the full list of the 2024 BMES Award Winners and lectures, see page 13

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Check out the Photo Gallery… go to page 30

The Meet the Faculty Candidate Forum provided opportunities for candidates interested in academic positions in 2024-2025 to meet and network directly with recruiters who can help advance their careers to the next level.

The Medtronic/BMES Student Design Competition projects focused on one of four tracks: Mechanical/Electrical, Electrical/Computer Science, Chemical/Biological, or AI/ML related to treatment of Sport Injuries and Orthopedic Conditions, and demonstrated creativity and practical solutions.

The High School Poster Expo brought high school students to the Exhibit Hall floor to present their work and network with professionals.

The Member Appreciation Night, held at Power Plant Live! was filled with networking, food, and a variety of entertainment options for all attendees to enjoy. At its core, the evening’s purpose is to show appreciation to BMES’ dedicated members and volunteers for their contributions and support of the Society.

The meeting emphasized the importance of inclusivity for achieving the highest standards of excellence in industry and academic research. BMES takes pride in being one of the most inclusive engineering nonprofit organizations in the world. Next stop is San Diego, October 8-11, 2025, for the next BMES Annual Meeting.

T h a n k y o u t o e v e r y o n e w h o s t o p p e d b y B o o t h

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W e l o v e d m e e t i n g y o u .

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W e l o o k f o r w a r d t o s e e i n g e v e r y o n e n e x t y e a r i n S a n D i e g o !

congratulations to the 2024 BMES award winners

Each year, the BMES Awards program recognizes the outstanding achievements and contributions of those in the field of biomedical engineering. Each winner gave a lecture at the 2024 BMES Annual Meeting in Baltimore.

Robert A. Pritzker Distinguished Lecture Award

Kyriacos Athanasiou

UCI Samueli School of Engineering

Sorensen Family Dean of Engineering

UCI Samueli School of Engineering

BMES Athanasiou Medal of Excellence in Translational Bioengineering Award

Christine E. Schmidt

J. Crayton Pruitt Family Department of Biomedical Engineering

The University of Florida

Wallace H. Coulter Award for Healthcare Innovation Award

Ke Cheng

Alan L. Kaganov Professor of Biomedical Engineering

Columbia University

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2024 BMES award winners (continued)

Diversity Lecture Award

Brian Aguado

Assistant Professor of Bioengineering and Co-Founder of LatinXinBME UC of San Diego

Diversity Lecture Award

Ana Maria Porras

Assistant Professor of Biomedical Engineering, Co-Founder & Senior Advisor of LatinXinBME University of Florida

Mid-Career Award

Kelly Stevens

James Chao-Yao Koh and Maria Lee Koh

Associate Professor of Bioengineering Laboratory Medicine & Pathology University of Washington

Rita Schaffer Young Investigator Award

Marian Hettiaratchi

Assistant Professor, Bioengineering

Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact University of Oregon

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congratulations to the 2024 BMES Fellows

This year, the Fellows Nominating Committee presented to the Board of Directors for approval 12 new BMES Fellows.

The Fellow grade of membership is a prestigious honor recognizing outstanding achievement in biomedical engineering.

Fellows have demonstrated impactful achievements and made significant contributions to the biomedical engineering community and to BMES. They are active leaders in the profession and within the Society.

The new BMES Fellows were honored during the 2024 BMES Annual Meeting in Baltimore, Md., on October 24 during a special champagne toast. Besides the celebratory bubbly, the new Fellow received their BMES Fellow pin.

Nehal Abu-Lail

For outstanding contributions to development of educational programs, training diverse BME students through research and educational programs, and service to the BME community through professional, academic, and K-12 outreach endeavors.

B. Rita Alevriadou

For pioneering cellular and molecular work on vascular endothelial mechanotransduction and mitochondrial redox signaling, and for service to the Society.

Rohit Bhargava

For developing chemical imaging technology, from theory to commercial translation, and its biomedical and clinical applications. For contributions to forming and leading the first engineering-based cancer center in the US.

Guohao Dai

For contributions in vascular mechanobiology, 3D bioprinting vascular networks for tissue engineering, regenerative medicine applications, and transcriptional regulation of arterial venous vascular differentiation in health and diseases.

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2024 BMES Fellows (continued)

Craig Goergen

Dr. Goergen’s pioneering work in 4D ultrasound, capturing three-dimensional images of the heart over time, and biomechanics-inspired image analysis for quantifying cardiovascular function, significantly advanced disease diagnostics and treatment planning.

Aysegul Gunduz

Dr. Gunduz’s work has had a real impact on improving neurosurgical patients’ lives, the goal for BMES. She is the recipient of many recognitions, including the highly competitive PECASE Award and election as AIMBE Fellow.

Celeste Nelson

For significant contributions to our understanding of the bioengineering, biophysics, and mechanobiology of multicellular tissues, in the context of normal development and disease.

Christine Scotti

Recognized leader in Computational Modeling and Simulation, invited to attend NAE Frontiers of Engineering for contributions to Medical Products, ASME V&V40 Standard co-author which led to FDA guidance document.

Warren Grayson

Dr. Grayson has developed advanced biomaterials and imaging techniques to advance tissue engineering applications. His presentations have also helped to educate the public and policy-makers on regenerative medicine strategies.

Miiri Kotche

Exceptional leadership, service and scholarship in biomedical engineering and medical innovation education, including intentionally designed diversity and inclusion efforts in elementary, high school, and undergraduate programs through industry employment.

Syam Nukavarapu

Made outstanding contributions to the development of biomaterial grafts and regenerative strategies for musculoskeletal tissues and interfaces, along with his significant contributions to the BMES mission.

LaKiesha Williams

Dr. Williams’ groundbreaking research in Traumatic Brain Injury has deepened understandings of connections between TBI and aging and has played a pivotal role in advancing protections for soldiers and athletes.

thank you to our outgoing board members

Treena Arinzeh

Outgoing Secretary

Professor of Biomedical Engineering, Columbia University

Juergen Hahn

Council of Chairs

Professor, Department Head, and CBIS Director, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Steven C. George

Outgoing Publications Board Chair

Edward Teller Distinguished Professor and Chair: Biomedical Engineering, Surgery, University of California, Davis

Sanjay Kumar

Board of Directors

Chancellor’s Professor, Bioengineering & Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

Manu Platt

Board of Directors

Director, Biomedical Engineering Technology Acceleration (BETA Center)

Associate Director, Scientific Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NIBIB) Intramural Research Program

David Jamison

Board of Directors

Associate Dean for Undergraduate Affair, Villanova University

Ruth Ochia

Board of Directors

Professor of Instruction in Bioengineering, Temple University

BMES board presidents

Cynthia Reinhart-King

New Immediate Past President 2022-2024

Department Chair & John W. Cox Chair of Bioengineering, Rice University

Shelly E. Sakiyama-Elbert

New BMES President 2024-2026

Professor and Vice Dean, University of Washington

congratulations to the new board members

Kristen Billiar

Secretary, Board of Directors

Professor and Department Head, Biomedical Engineering, Worcester Polytechnic Institute

C. LaShan Hendrix

Board of Directors

Associate Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Cincinnati

Melissa Mendoza-Seale

Board of Director

Senior Associate, Biomedical Engineering & Sciences Practice, Exponent

Alisa M. Clyne

Publications Board Chair

Professor, Fischell Fellow, ADVANCE Professor, Fischell Department of Bioengineering, Brain and Behavior Institute, Robert E. Fischell Institute for Biomedical Devices, University of Maryland

Michelle L. Oyen

Board of Directors

Assistant Professor, Biomedical Engineering, Washington University in St. Louis

Beth L. Pruitt

Board of Directors

Professor and Chair of Bioengineering, Professor of Mechanical Engineering, UC Santa Barbara

diversity events

LGBTQIA+ in BME & Friends Dessert

The LGBTQIA+ in BME & Friends Dessert Social, hosted by the Diversity Committee, was a vibrant celebration. The event fostered connections and community among the LGBTQIA+ community and allies in biomedical engineering.

Building Accessibility Breakfast

Participants engaged in meaningful discussions on enhancing accessibility in BMES.

Celebrations of Communities of Color

Attendees came together to honor the achievements and contributions of individuals from diverse backgrounds in biomedical engineering at the Celebration of Communities of Color in BME Luncheon.

Gender Equity in BME Luncheon

Attendees participate in the 2024 Gender Equity Luncheon supporting BMES’ mission for an inclusive and diverse academic community.

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2024 exhibitor list

ABME

Arizona State University

Binghamton University - BME Department

Biomedical Engineering Society

BIOMOMENTUM INC.

Blueprint Test Prep

Boston University Biomedical Eng

Boston University Photonics Center

Brown University

Cambridge University Press

Carle Illinois College of Medicine

Carnegie Mellon University

Case Western Reserve University

Center for Modular Manufacturing of Structural Tissues

Clemson University Department of Bioengineering

Columbia University

Cornell University

Dartmouth Engineering

Department of Bioengineering, University of Illinois UrbanaChampaign

Drexel University

Duke University

Exponent

FAMU-FSU College of Engineering

Florida International University

George Mason University

Gerstner Sloan Kettering Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences

Houston Methodist Academic Institute

Humabiologics, Inc

InViTri

iWorx Systems Inc

Johns Hopkins University

Joint BME Department @ UNC-Ch/NCSU

Joint UO/OSU Bioengineering PhD Program

Lehigh University Dept of Bioengineering

Marquette University & Medical College of Wisconsin Joint Dept. of Biomedical Engineering

Marshall University

Mayo Clinic - Biomedical Engineering and Physiology Program

MDPI AG

Medtronic

Michigan State University - Biomedical Engineering

Michigan Technological University

MIT Health Sciences & Technology (HST)

National Science Foundation

New Jersey Institute of Technology

NIBIB/NIH

Northeastern University, Department of Bioengineering

Northwestern University

NYU Tandon School of Engineering

OHSU Oregon Health & Science University

Optics11 Life

Pennsylvania State University

Princeton University- Omenn-Darling BioE Institute

Purdue University / Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Rice University

Rochester Institute of Technology

Ronawk, Inc.

Rowan University

Rush Medical College: Division of Translational Science Chicago

Rutgers University

Saint Louis University, Biomedical Engineering

Science Partner Journals

Springer Nature

Stanford University Bioengineering

StemCultures, LLC

Stevens Institute of Technology

Stony Brook University

Syracuse University

Temple Univ

Texas A&M Department of Biomedical Engineering

Texas A&M University - School of Engineering Medicine

The City College of New York - CUNY

The George Washington University

The Ohio State University Dept. of Biomedical Engineering

The University of Texas at San Antonio

TUFTS UNIV MEDFORD

Tulane University

UAB Biomedical Engineering Department

UBC School of Biomedical Engineering

UC San Diego Department of Bioengineering

UC Santa Barbara Department of Bioengineering

UCLA Bioengineering

UF BME

University at Buffalo - Biomedical Engineering

University of Arizona

University of Arkansas

University of California, Berkeley and UCSF

University of California, Davis

University of California, Irvine

University of California, Merced

University of California, Riverside

University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering

University of Cincinnati

University of CO Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus

University of Colorado Boulder - Biomedical Engineering

University of Colorado, Biological Engineering

University of Connecticut

University of Delaware

University of Illinois Chicago

University of Iowa, Roy J. Carver Department of Biomedical Engineering

University of Kansas Bioengineering Program

University of Louisville Department of Bioengineering

University of Maine, GSBSE

University of Maryland

University of Massachusetts Amherst

University of Miami

University of Michigan

University of Minnesota

University of Notre Dame Bioengineering Graduate Program

University of Oklahoma Stephenson School of Biomedical Engineering

University of Pennsylvania School of Engineering Applied Sciences

University of Pittsburgh

University of Rochester - Department of Biomedical Engineering

University of South Florida

University of Southern California (USC)

University of Tennessee, Knoxville

University of Texas at Arlington

University of Texas at Austin - Department of Biomedical Engineering

University of Texas at Dallas

University of the District of Columbia

University of Toledo

University of Utah, Department of Biomedical Engineering

University of Virginia

University of Washington Bioengineering

University of Wisconsin-Madison

UofM-UTHSC Jt Graduate Program in BME

UT Southwestern Medical Center

Vanderbilt University

VentureWell

Villanova University

Virginia Commonwealth University

Virginia Tech - Wake Forest University School of Biomedical Engineering & Sciences

Viscus Biologics LLC

Wallace H Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering at Georgia Tech and Emory University

Washington University in St. Louis

Wayne State University

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Yale University

2024 photo gallery

Exhibit Hall

Connecting, collaborating, and exploring new ideas –highlights from the Exhibit Hall at BMES Annual Meeting

Black Women in BME

Leaders from Black Women in Science and Engineering (BWISE) held a session “Health Equity Through Biomedical Innovation” to inspire BMES attendees by highlighting the transformative role of diverse perspectives in advancing health equity and fostering innovation in biomedical research.

2024 Fellows

The distinguished Class of 2024 BMES Fellows. Visit Page 17 to learn more about this distinguished group.

University Hosted Receptions

Industry Mixer

Thursday evening’s Industry Mixer was kicked off by an insightful panel featuring Exponent, Inc. Melissa Mendoza-Seale; Google Brent Winslow; Medtronic Walt Baxter; Society of Physician Entrepreneurs Arlen Meyers; Siemens Healthineers Goeffrey Roche. Panelists shared their experiences and perspectives on current trends and challenges in the biomedical engineering industry.

LatixinBME

BMES Diversity Award Lecture honored LatinXinBME for their significant contributions to improving diversity in biomedical engineering. During the plenary session, Brian Aguado and Ana Maria Porras addressed the challenges and opportunities that arise from fostering diversity and inclusion in BME.

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Student Chapter Awards

The BMES Student Chapter Awards and Best Practices Panel showcased innovative strategies from student chapters nationwide.

Member

Appreciation Night

Member Appreciation Night at Power Plant Live was an epic celebration. Attendees enjoyed an evening filled with networking, food, and entertainment.

High School Poster Expo

The High School Poster Expo showcased the next generation of innovators where high school juniors and seniors showcased their creativity and research.