BME-IDEA 2024 Meeting Recap
Thank You for Joining Us!
The 2024 Biomedical Engineering Innovation, Design, and Entrepreneurship Alliance (BME-IDEA) Meeting, held October 22-23, 2024, at Johns Hopkins University, brought together educators, researchers, and industry leaders to explore new directions in biomedical engineering education.
We appreciate the enthusiasm and participation of all attendees who contributed to making this year’s meeting a success. Stay tuned for updates about next year’s meeting and opportunities to engage with the BME-IDEA community.
Event Overview
Day 1: Welcome, Tours, and Networking Reception
Date: October 22, 2024
Location: Johns Hopkins University, Clark Hall, Baltimore, MD
The meeting began with a warm welcome and exclusive tours of Johns Hopkins University (pre-registration required). Attendees capped the evening with a networking reception, connecting with peers and leaders in the biomedical engineering field.
Day 2: Full-Day Sessions and Workshops
Date: October 23, 2024
Location: Johns Hopkins University, Scott-Bates Commons
On Day 2, participants engaged in dynamic sessions and interactive workshops addressing the latest trends, challenges, and innovations in biomedical engineering education.
About the BME-IDEA Meeting
The BME-IDEA Meeting is a biennial event that fosters collaboration among educators, researchers, and industry leaders. Established in 2003, the meeting focuses on advancing biomedical engineering education through innovation, design, and entrepreneurship.
What We Do
Biennial meeting: Facilitates the exchange of ideas and strategies through keynotes, panels, and workshops.
Global collaboration: Builds connections across Europe, Asia Pacific, and beyond to advance biomedical engineering worldwide.
Curriculum innovation: Supports educators in integrating entrepreneurship and commercialization into biomedical engineering curricula.
Who This Is For
The BME-IDEA Meeting serves a diverse audience, including:
- Biomedical engineering educators: Faculty looking to integrate innovation, design, and entrepreneurship into their teaching.
- Researchers and innovators: Professionals exploring new biomedical engineering frontiers and seeking collaboration opportunities.
- Industry leaders: Companies engaging with academia to discover talent and advance partnerships.
- Higher education administrators: Decision-makers focused on fostering innovation within their institutions.
- Students and postdoctoral researchers: Emerging professionals eager to network and learn about career pathways in biomedical innovation.
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