Douglas D. Schumann Library & Learning Commons: Biological Engineering: Professional Associations

Professional Associations for Biological Engineers

Check out some of the field's professional organizations. These associations can be valuable resources for professionals and students to learn about current trends and topics, upcoming conferences and events, networking, job opportunities, and more.

American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE)
Advocates for the value of medical and biological engineering to society.
American Society of Biomechanics (ASB)
American Society of Biomechanics (ASB) was founded in 1977 to encourage and foster the exchange of information and ideas among biomechanists working in different disciplines and to facilitate the development of biomechanics as a basic and applied science.
European Society for Biomaterials (ESB)
Works to solve medical needs through the development of advanced materials for medical devices and regenerative medicine.
European Society of Biomechanics (ESBioMech)
Formed to encourage research, disseminate knowledge and promote progress in Biomechanics.
IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society (EMBS)
The world’s largest international society of biomedical engineers.
Institute of Biological Engineering (IBE)
A professional organization which encourages inquiry and interest in biological engineering.
International Federation for Medical and Biological Engineering (IFMBE)
IFMBE is primarily a federation of national and transnational societies representing interests in medical and biological engineering.
Society for Biological Engineering (SBE)
An international society of biological engineers.
Society for Biomaterials (SFB)
Dedicated to promoting advancements in all aspects of biomaterial science, education and professional standards.

Did You Know?

Wentworth has active student chapters of various professional organizations on campus. Many of these organizations offer student scholarships, sponsor design competitions, and provide professional networking opportunities. Contact your department to learn more.